California State University, Monterey Bay is hiring: Film and Digital Media Tech

Overview

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Classification: Media Production Specialist II 11/12 appointment

FLSA: Non-exempt

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,673 - $4,900 per month for 12 months for an 11 month work schedule

CSU Salary Schedule

• CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: September 16, 2025

Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled

About CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. CSUMB is a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. CSUMB offers opportunities to live close to Monterey Bay with access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities.

As one of the 23 CSU campuses, CSUMB offers benefits, including access to housing on East Campus and competitive salaries. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are extensive.

Purpose

Under the administrative direction of the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, and day-to-day work direction of the Media Production Specialist III (MPS_III), the Film and Digital Media Technician supports the department’s technical services and manages Digital Media (DM) equipment and facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• In consultation with the chair and the Media Production Specialist III, coordinates the daily operations and provides support for the Cinematic Arts and Technology Department's technical functions and services, including assisting and coordinating faculty and students' use of media production and post-production technology, and coordinating student and faculty use of the department's studios and media labs. Provides audio-visual technology support and assistance for events, and production and post-production activities, including obtaining equipment, testing and setting up equipment, maintaining files on audio-visual materials, managing digital media files, and utilizing specialized software. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with faculty, other staff members, and students.
• Provides assistance and troubleshooting of technical hardware and software issues to students during scheduled lab hours. Provides technical support to students working on production and post-production projects. Provides backup for Cinematic Arts staff.
• Schedules, manages, and maintains all studio and lab spaces, facilities, and related equipment. Tests, calibrates, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs equipment. Contacts and schedules technicians when necessary.
• In collaboration with the MPS-III and other department staff, trains and supervises student assistants, determines the methods and procedures by which student work is to be accomplished, and assists with the completion of new student assistant hiring and performance evaluations.
• Implements and executes procedures and policies related to department space and equipment. Provides training and oversight of safety measures and ensures compliance with codes and regulations.
• Analyzes and develops proposals for future technical equipment, space, and budget needs.

Other Functions

• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the full range of production techniques and equipment for cinematography, lighting, editing, color grading, sound recording and mixing, and graphics. General knowledge of production principles and practices for instructional media. Working knowledge of tools for authoring interactive multimedia products delivered via a variety of synchronous and asynchronous techniques. Strong writing and editing skills with a solid foundation in English grammar. Strong research skills and broad knowledge of resources and techniques which communicate information through multimedia productions. Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with staff and students. Ability to understand operating procedures and underlying technology to troubleshoot equipment and systems. Strong organizational skills to manage and coordinate productions, budgets, and other projects. Ability to train students involved in production projects. Ability to develop, create, stage and evaluate visuals and production effectiveness. Ability to learn techniques in TV, film, radio, and audio productions. Ability to use and maintain studio space, camera, lighting, and other production equipment. Working knowledge of safety requirements including handling hazardous chemicals and materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Entry to the first level within this classification requires a basic knowledge of and skill in graphics, still or motion picture photography, or television production. This knowledge and skill are normally obtained through a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least six months of experience in still and motion picture photography, including thorough knowledge of video production techniques.

Specialized Skills

Experience with post-production or audio/visual production, or equivalent. Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and time management skills sufficient to prioritize work and function independently under deadlines and interruptions. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of pre-production, production and post-production systems, software, and media equipment. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with persons at all levels. Working knowledge of basic electronics, troubleshooting techniques, and simple repair methods for video and audio systems. Demonstrated ability to address the essential functions of this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in Adobe Suite software, Avid Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve. Experience with an ETC Ion XE DMX lighting console, ETC Eos Family software, or equivalent; basic understanding of color science and industry standards (SMPTE, ITU, DCI). Technical fluency with Oracle/PeopleSoft, CSU Common Management System or equivalent information system; Microsoft Office Professional; Google Workspace; 25Live; intranet drives; and internet browsers.

Special Conditions Of Employment & Position Designations

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
• The person holding this position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097 as a condition of employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• This position has been designated as a sensitive position with responsibilities for safety and security of people and CSU property, access to confidential information, and possible handling of keys or equipment with environmental hazards.
• This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code regarding sensitive student issues.
• Required hours are from 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Monday through Friday. May require occasional weekend work.

Physical Environment

Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. The position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time. Travel between campus offices and off-campus locations may be required.

Benefits/Perks

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; CalPERS; and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, see the Employee Benefits Summary. The university also provides access to affordable housing near main campus; housing allocation is subject to availability and program guidelines.

Application Procedure

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date. Applications submitted after the screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources. All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

General Information

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with campus security legislation, you can view the notices of availability and access the annual security and fire safety reports at the CSUMB Clery notice page. CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture built on respect. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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