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Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.

We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Title: College Work Study Program (TV & Film Studio Production Assistant)

Employee Classification: Other

Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department: Communication, Graphic Arts & Fine Arts

Campus Location: SWTCC - Union Avenue Campus

Job Summary

The TV & Film Studio Production Assistant will gain hands-on experience in video, film, and multimedia production while supporting the day-to-day operations of Southwest Tennessee Community College's TV and Film Studio. The student assistant will work closely with faculty and staff on studio production activities, equipment management, media projects, and event support.
This position provides practical, industry-relevant experience for students interested in film production, television production, content creation, live event production, broadcast media, and related fields.

Job Duties

• Studio Operations
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of live-to-tape studio productions and video shoots, and live-streaming events.
• Support camera, lighting, audio, teleprompter, and other production equipment operations.
• Help maintain studio organization and ensure equipment is properly stored.
• Equipment Management
• Assist with checking out, tracking, and returning production equipment.
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain inventory records and equipment storage areas.
• Media Production Support
• Assist faculty, staff, and students with production projects.
• Support video editing, media file organization, and digital asset management.
• Assist with recording classroom, promotional, and special event productions.
• Event and Production Assistance
• Assist with campus productions, special events, student showcases, and program activities.
• Provide production support for academic and community engagement projects.
• Help prepare facilities for instructional use and demonstrations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a registered student of Southwest Tennessee Community College.
  
• Only students who are approved for Federal Work Study are qualified for this position.
  
  • If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please reach out to the Financial Aid Office.
    
• Interest in film, television, media production, audio production, entertainment production, or related fields.
  
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
  
• Ability to lift and move production equipment up to 25 pounds.
  
• Basic computer proficiency.
  
• Dependable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in TV/Film Production, Communication, Entertainment Production, Digital Media, Graphic Arts, or related disciplines.
  
• Experience with cameras, lighting, audio equipment, or editing software.
  
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, DaVinci Resolve, or similar production software.
  
• Experience with social media content creation or video production.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
  
• Ability to work in a collaborative production environment.
  
• Basic knowledge of media production equipment and software.
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to maintain equipment and production spaces responsibly.
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  
• Commitment to professionalism, safety, and customer service.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

A summary of our benefits can be found below: 

https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. 

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:  LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.