Creative Lab Lead

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to help support students in their TV studio, radio and editing lab courses and offer tutorial sessions, while coordinating and performing a wide range of technical functions that are related to production, design, set up and implementation of media equipment and productions. The responsibilities of this role also include the creation of Media content relevant to the department.

SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Media Lab Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lab related course.
• Running the practical segments of the Media courses as assigned by the department chair.
• Offer tutorials or workshops based on the faculty recommendation to assist with solving any learning problems students may have.
• Supervising Students during studio sessions.
• Maintain the class attendance and up-to-date records of all the lab sessions.
• Facilitate Media lab use for students during operating hours.
• Assist students with their Media lab related projects.
• Train lecturers, staff, and students in the proper usage of various media equipment and demonstrates the operation of such equipment.
  
  

Lab and equipment management

• Facilitate Media lab use for students via bookings during operating hours
• Manage the preparation, installation and maintenance of various equipment, and other materials used for class exercises and demonstrations.
• Providing all necessary technical support to students as well as faculty who use the studio
• Communicate and coordinate with faculty, staff and students regarding Media lab resources and procedures.
• Update and maintain the inventory of supplies, equipment and other materials needed for daily operations of the Media lab.
• Liaise with vendors to receive new equipment training and ensure proper installation
• Procure Media lab materials
• Keeping the media labs in a sound working condition.
• To troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on equipment and systems.
• To remain current on new technology, methodology and equipment.
• To organize equipment storage area, maintains inventory, assists with equipment check out for staff members and assembles carts with necessary equipment for use during the day.
  
  

Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with all relevant aspects of health & safety whilst undertaking duties.
• Ensure all the Media Lab users comply with all relevant aspects of health & safety.
• Ensure all safety guidelines are always followed strictly.
• Maintain a clean and orderly Lab environment.
  
  

General support

• Assist in course file completion and perform administrative tasks such as correspondence, proctoring, etc.
• Assist with student events, media productions, provides capstone troubleshooting, support during open days and outreach activities with prospective students.
  
  

Media content creation

• Ensure coverage of all activities organized by the Mass Communication Department
• Create content for the Department’s Social Media platforms
• Create relevant Media content upon the department chair’s request
  
  

SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Master’s degree in Mass Communication specializing in Broadcasting, Media Production, New Media or any other relevant field.
• 3-4 years of experience
• Experience in a higher educational institution
• English is a must; Arabic is preferred
• Technical knowledge in the use of various Media lab equipment
• Communication skills
• Coordination skills
  
  

Applications to be received until 25th July 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.