Media Services Operator
Last updated: August 16, 2024
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
17560 (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)
22357 (NE H NI SEIU 925 Non Supv)
DEFINITION
Set up and operate audio-visual film, and listening equipment and systems.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class perform a variety of operational duties in listening laboratories, audio-visual centers, recreation areas, auditoriums, film studios, and classrooms.
TYPICAL WORK
Set up and operate equipment such as film and slide projectors, record players, tape recorders, video-tape playbacks and public address systems; may set up and dismantle staging;
program audio-visual materials for various subject matter; record master tapes and duplicates of programs and speeches; catalogue and maintain inventory of tapes; assist professors, staff, and students with special class projects related to magnetic recording; monitor studio suede equipment;
Check equipment, staging, and material prior to program to assure correct and timely presentation; make simple on the spot changes or repairs to equipment and staging to assure proper setting and continuous operation; return equipment and material after use;
Confer with users; ascertain program requirements and assure that requirements are met; may order films, tapes, and supplies incidental to operator duties; may assist producers/directors in phases of TV/film production;
Perform simple maintenance to assigned equipment;
may train and lead part-time assistants in equipment delivery and operation;
May be responsible for circulation procedures for audio-visual materials;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School, technical or vocational school graduate or GED certificate. Successful completion of an on-the-job training program in applicable equipment operations may substitute for required education.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
01/03/1973: New Class
10/10/1974: Revise Class
12/18/1974: Revise Title
07/18/1975: Revise Title & Class
06/01/2005: CSR Class Conversion