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Media Communication Arts Lab Technician

Henry Ford College, MI · Dearborn, MI, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Salary:

$18.90 Hourly
Location :

Dearborn, MI, MI
Job Type:

Part-Time
Job Number:

202200080
Division:

Communication & Media
Department:

Media Communication Arts
Opening Date:

07/22/2026
Closing Date:

Continuous

Position Description Summary

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Media Communication Arts Lab Technician.

The Media Communication Arts Lab Instructor will support students in lab environments throughout various areas of our HFC Media Communication Arts Program. Duties included but are not limited to managing students' equipment needs, troubleshooting equipment issues, working with instructors for studio set-up and breakdown, equipment checkout, lab and studio maintenance, program promotion both internally and externally via live events and social media channels, and overall support of the Media Communication Arts area and our students outside the classroom.
Core Competencies and Qualifications

Associate of Arts in Media Communication, New Media, Film or Media Arts, or related degree, or 30 credits of Media coursework, or minimum of 2 years of experience successfully working in the field.
Working knowledge of editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro.
Working knowledge of camera usage, studio set-up, and strong computer use.
The most successful candidate will have a career that includes the following:

Strong working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro.
Experience working in the field as an independent contractor or for a media-related company.
Teaching experience - Social media skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities including but not limited to

Managing students' equipment needs.
Troubleshooting equipment issues.
Working with instructors for studio set-up and breakdown.
Equipment checkout, lab and studio maintenance.
Logging and tracking equipment inventory.
Internal and external program promotion, and overall support of Media Communication Arts instructors and students in the TCM lab and studio facilities as needed.
Social media content creation/support/maintenance
Other related duties as assigned.
Additional Information

While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, the statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned. For applicants viewing this ad from an external site, please go to

hfcc.edu/jobs

to apply
REWARDS THAT LAST A LIFETIME

Henry Ford College takes great pride in offering a variety of comprehensive and industry-leading programs and resources to support the health and well-being of our team members and their families.

Being an industry leader means giving back to our most valuable asset - our employees.
HFC Offers:

Employee assistance program
403B and 457B saving and retirement plans with Roth contribution options
Vacation time/PTO
Holidays
Tuition waiver
Comprehensive medical insurance
Employer paid vision and dental
Long/short term disability
Flex spending and health saving accounts
Professional Development opportunities