Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician I Job at The California State Un

California State University, Fullerton is seeking a Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician I for its College of the Arts. The role involves collaborating with faculty and IT to configure and maintain technology for art and technology programs, including Virtual/Augmented/Extended Reality applications and game engines. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and two years of instructional support experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Experience with 3D printing and augmented reality is a plus.

About the position

Cal State Fullerton's College of the Arts is an essential part of the creative fabric of Southern California, proudly serving as both an academic and cultural resource. We are a living laboratory for the arts, where success is measured in lines of dialogue, phrases of choreography, sheets of music, and slabs of clay. Our alumni leave lasting legacies by contributing to the vitality of the arts nationally and globally and can be found in all facets of the thriving art and entertainment industries. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician I. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician will collaborate with faculty, staff, and IT to configure, support, track, and maintain software/hardware technology and equipment for the purpose of maximizing instructional needs in the Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Arts/Master of Fine Arts programs with art/technology curriculum. The Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician configures, supports, maintains, and stays current with advancements in Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality/Extended Reality applications, game engines, and integration of relevant Artificial Intelligence generators to support the disciplines in Game Art, Animation and Immersive Media; Creative Photography and Experimental Media; Graphic and Interactive Design; Entertainment Art/Animation, and other related programs. The Digital Studio Instructional Support Technician configures, supports, maintains College of the Arts technology and equipment, including high-end motion capture system, green screen stage, LED lighting, cameras, motion control, audio, and applications such as Unreal Engine Five to support class projects and faculty-led instruction including courses in virtual and mixed reality. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and IT to configure and support software/hardware technology and equipment.
2. Track and maintain technology and equipment for instructional needs in art/technology curriculum.
3. Stay current with advancements in Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality/Extended Reality applications and game engines.
4. Support disciplines in Game Art, Animation, Creative Photography, Graphic Design, and related programs.
5. Configure and maintain College of the Arts technology and equipment, including motion capture systems and green screen stages.
6. Assist in the use of applications such as Unreal Engine Five for class projects and faculty-led instruction.

Requirements

1. Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
2. Equivalent of two years' experience providing instructional support services in an art or related unit.
3. Strong oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
5. Understanding of equipment operations and general repairs in a visual arts environment.

Nice-to-haves

1. Experience with 3D printing.
2. Experience in augmented/Virtual Reality.
3. Understanding of In-Camera Visual Effects (ICVFX) and LED walls/volumes.
4. Experience with Unreal Engine Five and Virtual Production.
5. Experience with greenscreen lighting, cameras, and audio equipment.
6. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting with a diverse workforce.

Benefits

1. Employee Wellness Program
2. Access to campus facilities and services
3. Cultural events and performances
4. Professional development opportunities