Graduate Assistant for Field Operations for Digital Media Solutions (Beg Spring

Graduate Assistant The Graduate Assistant will actively contribute to the work of the Digital Media Solutions Department by fulfilling the following responsibilities:
Event Production: 50% - Support live event operations, including technical setup, troubleshooting, and breakdown
Support live ESPN+ broadcasting efforts, including camera operation, audio/visual monitoring, and production assistance
Assist with production management, talent coordination, and run-of-show execution
Administrative Support: 25% - Provide administrative support, including calendar management, communications, and record keeping
Oversee event logistics, timelines, and production workflows
Assist with general departmental operations
Student Leadership: 20% - Supervise, train, and provide guidance to student staff
Coordinate student schedules and ensure effective team communication
Other Duties: 5% - Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by department staff or supervisors
To be considered for a Graduate Assistantship at the University of West Georgia (UWG), students must meet the following criteria:
Be fully admitted to a graduate degree program at UWG
Hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Be enrolled full-time in a UWG graduate program during the assistantship period
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous and current graduate coursework and remain in good academic standing
Meet eligibility requirements for employment in the United States
Previous experience in leadership roles
Previous experience in event production
Basic knowledge of A/V systems
A monthly stipend of $1,000.00 per month
A tuition waiver, reducing the semester rate to $25 plus mandatory fees while employed in the assistantship
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Work nights and weekends
Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle
A driver's license is required
For questions or further information about this position, please contact Alecia Lee at alee@westga.edu