Job Description:

The Academic Technology Assistant (part-time) will work in the supervision of the Berklee Valencia Recording Studios and Berklee Valencia Technology Labs during instructional weeks in the academic calendar. This includes checking students in and out at the time of their reservations, the operation and control of all studio equipment (e.g. amps, cables, microphones etc…), helping students with troubleshooting software and hardware and assisting students on their projects as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervision of recording studios and technology labs during facilities opening hours, including early mornings, late nights and weekends
• Check students in and out of their reservations
• Troubleshooting Technology Lab workstations and Studio equipment
• Maintaining the facilities, and assisting students as appropriate during their sessions
• Mentoring and tutoring students throughout the year helping them to strengthen their knowledge of music technology and music technology tools and techniques
• Supervise and support students in basic recording sessions
• Assist other areas and activities within the Technology Department, such as giving support during concerts and events upon request.
• Other duties, as assigned
  
  
  

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Technology, Engineering or similar, or equivalent work experience
• Mastery of signal flow, microphone techniques, gain stages, recording and mixing, client relations and studio etiquette
• Professional-level Pro Tools skills and a general understanding of other industry standard DAWs, e.g. Ableton, Logic and Digital Performer
• Understanding of digital audio, specifically word clock synchronization
• The ability to work quickly and under pressure without losing focus
• Punctuality
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Availability to work shifts, including early mornings, late nights and weekends
• The ability to follow detailed, complex instructions
• Experience working in computer technology and expertise with the Macintosh operating system
• Good knowledge of music notation software, sample libraries, MIDI and relevant hardware
• Good knowledge of video game audio technology and video editing software are a plus (e.g. Adobe Premiere)
• Fluency in English at level B2 or above (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages); Spanish language skills are a plus.
  
  
  

SUBMISSION PROCESS

• Electronic applications. Please submit application materials only through the Berklee Careers Workday portal, accessible from our webpage. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• Candidates should submit:
• A cover letter of interest outlining background and qualifications
• A curriculum vitae (including contact information for at least three references)
  
  
  

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Staff