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The iEAR studios at Rensselaer Polytechnic announce two positions
available immediately: Studio Engineer/Manager, and Assistant Studio Engineer.
These positions will be filled quickly, to initiate an application
send resume and letter of introduction via email to garril@rpi.edu.
Send hardcopy of same to:
Dept. Of Human Resources and Institute Diversity
110 8th Street
Rensellaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY 12180-3590
The iEAR Studios include state of the art facilities for creative work in
computer music, video art, computer imaging and animation, media
installation and performance. The Masters of Fine Arts program in
Electronic Arts is based on the model of an art school in a sophisticated
technological environment, and is clearly focused on the integration of the
time-based electronic arts. The undergraduate program in Electronic Media,
Arts and Communications is a major new intiative of Rensselaer's School of
Humanities and Social Sciences. Each semester the studios serve up to 200
undergraduate EMAC majors and non-majors, 25 full time graduate students in
the MFA program, as well as faculty, staff, and visiting artists.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Rensselaer is an Equal
Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
for more information contact:
Laura Garrison
iEAR Studios, DCC 135
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY 12180
tel: (518)276-4778 fax:(518)276-4780
email: garril@rpi.edu
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Studio Engineer/Manager
iEAR Studios
Department of the Arts
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
MFA Program in Electronic Arts
BS Program in Electronic Media, Arts & Communications (EMAC)
Job summary
Under limited supervision, reporting directly to the Director of the iEAR
Studios and the Chair of the Arts Department, perform a full range of
assigned duties pertaining to technical, engineering, and managerial
operation of the iEAR Studios. Requires BS degree in Electrical Engineering
or related field, or equivalent professional experience, including
substantial technical expertise in digital audio, video, computer graphics,
and computer system administration. Requires 3-5 years' professional
experience. Should be a self-starter, able to organize time effectively to
carry out a wide range of responsibilities, operating on own initiative to
assure smooth daily operation of the studios, as well as assisting the
Director and iEAR faculty on technical matters pertaining to long range
planning. Oversee work load of Associate Engineer and assigned student
assistants. Carry out special assignments of substantial importance to the
Studios with general direction or minimum of supervision, and use of
independent judgment. Work in a Macintosh-based office and complex
multi-computer, multi-platform studio environment. An interest in
contemporary music and art is an important asset. This is a professional
exempt position. Salary based on experience, approx. range of $35-38K.
Responsibilities
o Monitor all activities, projects, and responsibilities of the studio
complex so as to facilitate accomplishment of Departmental objectives.
o Oversee routine maintenance and repair of the studio, assuring that
academic and artistic projects can proceed without technical difficulties.
o Identify repairs which must be made by outside vendors and facilitate
these repairs on own initiative and in a timely manner, making every effort
not to disrupt studio activities.
o Oversee computer systems administration for all studios.
o Keep inventory of all equipment and supplies on an ongoing basis, and
coordinate insurance coverage on all equipment.
o Participate with faculty in planning for continued evolution of all
technical systems in the studio complex.
o Coordinate ordering, receipt, and installation of new equipment.
o Maintain good working knowledge of all current and new studio systems and
equipment.
o Assist faculty in training students and visitors in technical aspects of
various equipment and systems in the studios.
o Attend and provide technical supervision, as required, for concerts,
exhibitions and performances.
o Supervise work assignments of Associate Engineer, graduate student
assistants, and work-study students.
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Assistant Studio Engineer
iEAR Studios
Department of the Arts
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
MFA Program in Electronic Arts
BS Program in Electronic Media, Arts & Communications (EMAC)
Job summary
Under limited supervision, reporting to the Studio Engineer, perform a full
range of assigned duties pertaining to technical, engineering, and
managerial operation of the iEAR Studios. Requires BS or BA in Computer
Graphics, Computer Music, Video, Computer Science, or related fields, or
equivalent professional experience, including expertise in digital audio,
video, computer graphics, and computer systems administration. Should be a
self-starter, able to organize time effectively to carry out a wide range of
responsibilities, operating on own initiative to assure smooth daily
operation of the studios. Oversee work load of assigned student assistants.
Oversee student access to portable equipment, and technical planning and
setup for Electronic Arts Performance Series events. Carry out special
assignments of substantial importance to the Studios with general direction
or minimum of supervision, and use of independent judgment. Work in a
Macintosh-based office and complex multi-computer, multi-platform studio
environment. An interest in contemporary music and art is an important
asset. This is a professional exempt position. Salary based on experience,
approx. range of $22-25K.
Responsibilities
o Perform routine maintenance of the studio, as assigned by Studio Engineer.
o Oversee work by student assistants and work-study students, as assigned.
o Perform system administration tasks on all computer systems, as assigned.
o Assist in ordering and installing new equipment and software, as assigned.
o Assure that tape and other studio supplies are kept stocked, and handle
ordering and billing.
o Coordinate distribution of tape and other supplies to studio users,
including billing.
o Maintain good working knowledge of all current and new studio systems and
equipment.
o Assist faculty in training students and visitors in technical aspects of
various equipment and systems in the studios.
o Coordinate studio scheduling and key access.
o Oversee Equipment Room operations, including remote equipment usage and
sign-out.
o Oversee technical planning and coordination for concerts, exhibitions ,
and performances.
o Coordinate technical setup for classes and presentations.
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