Studio Technologists (2 Positions) at Mount Kenya University

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must Have;

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Journalism, mass media, film, animation and related fields
• Specialization in Film & Virtual Production/Gaming & Extended Reality Development
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at Grade 9 or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

OR

• Diploma in Journalism, mass media, film, animation and related fields
• Specialization in Film & Virtual Production/Gaming & Extended Reality Development
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Head, Department of Journalism & Mass Communication

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication in the day-to-day activities in the journalism studios and laboratories.
• Setting up, testing and operating equipment to suit any film and gaming production.
• Guiding students in their practical undertakings.
• Providing technical support during outdoor recording and production.
• Ensure smooth functioning of the internet in the studio and laboratory.
• Monitoring the quality of productions for students’ projects.
• Recording and directing productions during events.
• Explore new ICT tools for maximizing effectiveness of the studio activities.
• Overseeing repair of studio equipment.
• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing studio equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance of all studio equipment including networking.
• Regular supervision and maintenance of computer and related accessories.
• Maintaining studio inventory.
• Supervising students’ practical sessions.
• Participating in maintaining the general safety of the studio
• Performing other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication.