MIRACOSTA COLLEGE
CLASS TITLE:
MEDIA SERVICES TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Open Learning Coordinator, design, install and maintain audio/visual
presentation and productions systems; receive, deliver and operate audio/visual and other
instructional media equipment; provide audio/visual services to faculty, students and staff on
campus and at satellite centers; perform repairs and preventive maintenance on media
equipment and systems.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Design, install and upgrade audio-video systems including A/V presentation and production
systems, public address systems, cable and satellite TV receiving and distributing systems;
specify and order equipment and supplies needed for these systems; maintain computer
CAD file and schematic drawings and configurations of as-builts for all campus
A/V systems; run conduit and cabling to classrooms throughout campus for these systems.
2. Perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and mechanical repair of audio-visual
equipment in the office and in the field; test all new a/v purchases; change belts and light
bulbs, splice wires and clean contacts; calibrate and adjust equipment; order and maintain
parts inventory; make equipment repair decisions; contact repair vendors; receive and test
repaired equipment.
3. Receive faculty and staff requests for multimedia material, order those materials, and return
to lending agencies.
4. Track A/V budgets and report status to supervisor.
5. Design, set up, and maintain schedule for faculty, staff, and students to reserve A/V and
multimedia equipment and materials.
6. Schedule, distribute and pick up A/V equipment, films and materials to and from classrooms
and offices; develop and implement procedures and materials to instruct faculty, staff, and
students in the use of A/V and multimedia equipment.
7. Assist in creation of instructional multimedia projects for faculty and staff; provide voice
narration for college promotional materials and MCC telephone system on-hold
announcements.
8. Operate a wide variety of technical equipment including various types of projectors,
recorders, sound equipment, satellite tuners and receivers, diagnostic instruments, video
production equipment, sound mixers and monitors.
9. Determine equipment needs for instructional and special event uses; set up and operate
such equipment, including A/V recording/playback systems, data/film projectors; contact with
rental agencies when needed; purchase equipment and supplies as needed.
10. Maintain records, logs and files related to media equipment distribution, inventory,
warranties, repair history and preventive maintenance schedules; contact manufacturers and
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sales representatives regarding the repairs and warranties; track ordering of equipment for
A/V department.
11. Operate, maintain and program on-campus cable TV channel; upgrade and make design
modifications as needed; maintain contact with cable company liaisons and technical staff.
12. Duplicate, splice, and edit audio and videotape; repair and clean miscellaneous multimedia
software as needed; tape telecourses, satellite teleconferences and other programs
requested by faculty and staff.
13. Supervise, train and assist Media Services Aide and student workers in proper procedures;
schedule work hours and assign tasks for these workers.
14. Operate a District vehicle to pick up an deliver various items as needed and to execute all
necessary aspects of the job.
15. Use computer CAD software, design, modify and/or adapt cabinetry and custom connector
panels to fit changing a/v needs.
16. Plan, organize and coordinate Media Services operations, personnel and equipment; assure
the timely and efficient distribution of media materials and equipment to various locations in
the District.
17. Instruct faculty, staff and students in locating proper equipment for instructional use and in
proper operation and care of equipment and systems; inform faculty, staff and students of
available services; design and present workshops.
18. Perform video production and editing as well as audio mixdown for college promotional
materials; train and assist staff and students in the use of post-production video and audio
equipment; supervise off-air recordings of telecourses and other programs.
19. Consult with architects, planners and department personnel during planning, construction
and installation of new and remodeled facilities; maintain membership on various
construction and events committees as related to a/v systems and equipment.
20. Hire and supervise the work done by outside commercial a/v contractors and installers as
needed; consult with electrical contractors, cable technicians and other technical contacts.
21. Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Operation, use and terminology related to audio-visual equipment including video and
instructional media equipment;
Methods of servicing and repairing audio-visual equipment;
Appropriate tools and instruments and their use;
Appropriate safety precautions;
Inventory control methods and techniques;
Office practices and equipment including record keeping and filing;
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Applicable copyright rules and regulations;
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
Technical aspects of field of audio-visual production, dubbing and recording, satellite, down-link
and cable transmission systems;
Basic photography and lighting skills;
Cable TV/educational access rules;
Audio-video post-production techniques;
Basic principles of training and supervision;
Electronic systems schematics and construction blueprints;
Basic drafting/CAD techniques;
Basic principles of training and supervision.
ABILITY TO:
Receive, process, operate and perform preventive maintenance on audio-visual and other
instructional media equipment.
Assist faculty, staff and students in the proper operation of a wide variety of audio-visual
equipment including video production equipment.
Operate District vehicle
Train and provide work direction to student employees and Media Services Aides.
Perform production and post-production work.
Train others in audio-visual use and video production techniques.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
Plan and organize work.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Plan, produce and direct video programs.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Work independently with little direction.
Determine need and select appropriate media equipment for classroom and other needs.
Work with PC, Apple and Amiga computer formats.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Equivalent to: Associates degree in a related field and three years of closely related experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver license. District-approved DMV driving record.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Media Services Aides and students; contracted production and technical personnel.
CONTACTS:
Coworkers, department personnel, sales vendors, public, faculty, staff, students, contractors,
technicians, design professionals, architects, and other industry professionals.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Ability to communicate effectively both in person and by phone with a variety of people
individually or in a group on a regular, ongoing basis; subject to frequent bending, lifting,
pushing, climbing, and/or carrying of light to moderately heavy equipment weighing up to 35
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pounds such as data/overhead projectors, speakers, televisions/VCRs, ladders, scissor lifts and
scaffolding while installing and/or demonstrating such equipment; ability to crawl through ceilings
or other confined space to repair and/or replace wiring; ability to safely drive an electric cart on
sidewalks or other surfaces, or motor vehicle on public/private roadways to transport equipment
to and from any of the college campuses.
EMOTIONAL EFFORT:
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WORKING CONDITIONS:
Primarily works in an indoor Learning Resources Center, office, or classroom environment;
occasional outdoor work in inclement weather; may work at any college location during day
and/or evening hours including weekends on an as-needed basis.
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