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SAE Institute

Studio Technician Supervisor (Technology)

SAE Institute, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383


The role of the Technology Supervisor (Studio Technician Supervisor) is to supervise the studio technician(s), manage all studio and facilities maintenance functions related to the school, as well ensure all facilities, studios, equipment (including some IT), technical, and practical support needs are met. This role is also responsible for ensuring reliable implementation of approved policies and procedures related to the department.

Technology Supervisor - Responsibilities and Duties

Ensure all studio, IT and facilities needs of the faculty, staff, and students are met.Address and work to resolve all studio, facilities, and IT issues as they arise.Provide support, guidance, and leadership for all studio technical staff while maintaining a positive workforce attitude.Ensure proper working order of equipment and computers in labs, studios, and classrooms.Oversee all studio policies and procedures.Create and manage studio technician staff schedule.Oversight of repairs and installations as required.Manage all studios, hardware, equipment, cabling and interfacing.Manage all studio and classroom computers, software, and software authorizations/accounts.Administer, in coordination with national IT director, all institutional staff computers and software, as well as student and administrative servers, local networks, and internet security system.Administration of student internet booking system, and management of all studio booking and scheduling for classes, student use, test administration, maintenance, seminars, and special events.Ensure all record-keeping related to studios and facilities is done in accordance with existing policies and procedures.Maintain a working knowledge of all studio equipment on campus.Train instructors and studio technicians on proper use of equipment.Manage asset inventory.Assist with student materials distribution as needed.Perform other relevant duties as necessary.Responsible for proper daily open/close of facilities.Responsible for carrying out campus Health and Safety, Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures in compliance with the Campus Security and Crime Prevention PolicyTechnology Supervisor - Qualifications and Skills

Associate's Degree (AA) or (BA) Degree preferred5+ years relevant experience working with various equipment and consoles in creative media field.3+ years relevant supervisory/management experience desired.Industry certification preferred, but not required.Demonstrated high level of communication skills both verbal and written.Possess an appropriate qualification level in a related field.Knowledge of and industry experience in a related discipline area.Proven organizational skills.Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.Proficient in the use of the required hardware and software.Familiar with using the Internet and email.Demonstrated client service orientation.Ability to work in and foster a harmonious working environment.Willingness to pursue professional development opportunities.Technology Supervisor - Competencies:

Able to work independently with little supervision. Normally receives no instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. Provides guidance to Studio Technicians.Uses professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve a variety of problems in creative and effective ways.Expert knowledge of subject matter, able to use judgment, independent action and high degree of initiative in analysing and resolving problems and making or developing recommendations.Keeps up-to-date with technical knowledge specific to his/her field. Evaluating experiences and learning from them; communicating insights so others can benefit.Capable of working in a team and working collaboratively with people. Understands the uses of multiple channels of communication and their effectiveness.Contributes to an enthusiastic, positive work climate; energizing others.Able to recognize the broader implications of a project; doing all that should be done, not just as directed.Looks for ways to simplify and improve work processes to achieve better results.Contributes to and responsible for a safe and professional environment.

Additional Information:

Full Time - Hours must remain flexible. This position may require some additional evenings or weekends.This role also plays vital role in maintaining our Health and Safe program.

Sitting and standing for long periods. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, stacks of paper, equipment and other materials. Moving from place to place within the organization, minimal reaching for items above and below desk level. Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.