Student Worker - S.I.M. Lab Support
- Florida Polytechnic University
- Lakeland, FL
- 24 days ago
Job Description
Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.
The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn
recognitions
such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation. JOB TITLE
Student Worker - S.I.M. Lab Support
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The S.I.M. (Simulation Instruction Multimedia) Lab at Florida Polytechnic University provides an array of multi-media services and resources to faculty, students, and staff in support of the University’s educational mission. The lab collaborates with various departments around the campus, supports student organizations, academic student projects, and more. The student technician role contributes to project development that fit the needs of the Lab’s clientele.
The SIM Lab delivers or supports a high-volume of work. Students must be able to focus and work efficiently to help clients meet deadlines and quality standards. The technician is expected to exhibit the highest degree of professionalism.
JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Student Lab Support in the SIM Lab is a great opportunity to learn new software and equipment and share that knowledge with others and in the making of all manner of media and video assets. The student worker must maintain professionalism and ensure the safety of oneself and those who are in the lab.
Being able to learn a variety of content creation software is equally important. The Student Technician must understand:
- OSHA compliance within the lab and operate the lab in a fashion that is secure and safe.
- Assembling a safe shooting environment in the SIM Lab Studio.
- Positive interactivity with clients entering the lab and be able to provide support to those individuals in an organized and timely fashion.
The SIM Lab Technician position will have many different responsibilities that can include:
- Video editing
- Audio production
- Equipment maintenance, management, and inventory
- Software updates
- 3D modelling
- Photography
- Videography
- Production lighting
- Computer management
- Graphic design
- Game development (including VR/MR/AR/XR)
- Assisting students with projects
- Interactive media development
- Data management
- Customer service
- Other tasks as needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Strong experience with some or all the following:
- Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (particularly Premiere Pro, Audition, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
- Blender
- Autodesk products (particularly Maya, 3DS Max)
- Coding experience in C++ and Unity Hub
- Video/Audio Production and editing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be currently enrolled or attending classes at Florida Polytechnic University.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25 and have successfully completed 9 credits or more in the most recent fall or spring semester with a GPA of 2.0 or better.
- Skills with Production Equipment
- Skills with Production Software
- Passion for the SIM Lab environment
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:
- This position requires a criminal background check.
- This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.
EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: $12.25/hour
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:
Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.
An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.
This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.