Teaching Assistant - Applied Media

Role Overview

Teaching Assistant - Applied Media at Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT). This is a hands-on laboratory support role within the Department of Media, Design, Broadcasting, and Communication programs.

Role Purpose

Support faculty and students in Media, Design, Broadcasting, and Communication programs by maintaining departmental equipment, facilities, studios, laboratories, and workshops. Run, monitor, and evaluate studio and lab hours to familiarize students with equipment, tools, and operations. Provide direct instructional assistance and technical support during studio sessions and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Studio and Equipment Operations

• Demonstrate the use of computers, cameras, lights, mixers, and studio equipment to students and faculty.
• Operate still and video cameras, television studios, radio studios, printers, projectors, and other educational technology tools.
• Supervise small studio and outside broadcast operations.
• Set up studios, workshops, and laboratories in preparation for projects and experiments.
• Provide up to 10 hours per week of instructional duties.

Equipment Maintenance and Management

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment and facilities across studios, workshops, and laboratories.
• Receive, install, and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Maintain a schedule of preventative maintenance for all equipment.
• Keep adequate manuals and maintenance logs for equipment and parts.
• Control the distribution of consumable materials and ensure adequate inventory levels for supplies.
• Maintain systems and procedures to track borrowed equipment and tools.

Teaching Assistance

• Provide teaching assistance to Applied Media faculty during studio hours, workshop, and laboratory sessions.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of teaching materials.
• Support faculty and students in the design, planning, and execution of student projects as required.
• Reinforce safety and housekeeping procedures and protocol within the lab.

Organizational Contribution

• Observe and implement College and system-wide policies and procedures.
• Participate in extra-curricular activities and community events.
• Travel to other HCT colleges to attend meetings, workshops, and conferences as required.
• Develop awareness of and respect for the customs and cultures of HCT students and employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in Broadcast, Media, Design, or Training Industry preferred.
• Previous teaching assistant experience is desirable.
• Membership to a relevant internationally recognized professional association is highly desirable.
• First Aid qualification is desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Highly efficient in use of various software used in Applied Media, especially Adobe products.
• Ability to work in both Windows and Mac environments.
• Practical knowledge of instruments, devices, equipment, and facilities used within studios, labs, and workshop tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of studio operations and safety protocol.
• High degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency to interact with people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to cope with pressure in a positive manner while working to deadlines in a busy and demanding environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities to develop, improve, and adapt new and current skills to evolving organizational needs.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
• Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable.