The Prunty-Russo Media Lab Specialist at Alfred University is responsible for overseeing the innovative and strategic development of the Media Lab, ensuring it serves as a leading-edge facility for digital media content creation and education. 

Salary/Rate: $19.00-$21.00, 35 hours per week

Lab Management:Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Prunty Russo Media LabSupervising the maintenance and upgrade of lab equipment to keep pace with industry standardsThe Specialist ensures the Media Lab serves the creative and technical needs of students, faculty, and staffProvide training for Work Study program students Facilitate student maintenance of the media hub websiteOversight of students borrowing equipment/spaceTechnical Proficiency:Expert knowledge and proficiency in digital media content production, including digital video, audio, and print mediaSkilled in multimedia and transmedia content design, leveraging tools like Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Audition, lnDesign) for content creationCollaborate with ITS on any projects related to the Media LabStrategic Planning and Administration:Be a member of the Media Lab Steering Committee (which conducts strategic discussions to align the media lab's activities with the broader goals of the Division of Communication Studies and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), and contribute to implementing the collaborative vision of the Steering CommitteeTeaching & Learning Development:Lead both formal instruction in classroom settings and informal training through workshops, demonstrations, and one-on-one mentorshipDevelop one credit class to teach students fundamentals of media lab equipment and audio- and video-editingCultivate an environment of continuous learning

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.