Chapman University
Orange, California

Student Technical Assistant

Onsite$35,152/yrPosted today

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Location
Orange, California
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$35,152/yr
Posted
today
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About this role

Quick Link

https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/40419

Job Number

SE217424

Department or Unit Name

Dodge College-Technical

Position Headcount

5

Position Title

Student Technical Assistant

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

Term or Semester

All Academic Year

Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?

Grad and Undergrad

Anticipated Pay Range

$16.90 - $16.90

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

On which Campus will this work be done?

Orange

Approved Supervisor

Gamaliel Hernandez

Supervisor Email

[email protected]

Desired Start Date

08/24/2026

Projected End Date

05/14/2027

Average number of hours per week

Up to 19 Hrs

Job Description Summary

The Digital Media Arts Department seeks a responsible and self-motivated student assistant to provide technical support in the classroom, suites, and theater. This role is vital in ensuring smooth operations and supporting students and faculty in effectively utilizing digital media and classroom technology.

As a Technical Theater/Classroom Student Assistant, you will operate and maintain equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, assist with software usage, and, when necessary, support the LED wall/motion capture suit workshops.

Responsibilities

  • Be diligent in operating and maintaining Digital Arts Department equipment, including cleaning and troubleshooting.
  • Assist students and faculty in utilizing classroom technology, projection systems, software, and tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk, Toon Boom, and other digital arts applications.
  • Participate in workshops using the motion capture suit and assist with real-time demonstrations of the LED wall
  • Create tutorials, how-to guides, and online videos to help students understand digital motion capture and animation technology.
  • Provide technical support for software, hardware, and Crestron remote systems in classroom and theater environments.
  • Assist faculty and/or students in connecting laptops and audiovisual peripherals to classroom and theater projection systems.

Required Qualifications

Must have substantial familiarity and moderate technical expertise in digital graphics and animation applications, including Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk, Toon Boom, and other relevant software. Responsible, self-motivated, and well-organized with the ability to take the initiative in solving technical issues. Possess excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, and appearance. Must have technical aptitude, strong troubleshooting skills, and a customer service-oriented attitude. Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking abilities. A customer service attitude, delivering helpful and efficient support to users. Must be reliable, diligent, and consistent with the given and daily tasks.

Desired Qualifications

Have a strong or have familiarity with hardware and software technology.

Is Federal work-study required?

With or Without FWS
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Chapman University
Orange, California