Learning Centers Consultants

Applications for Fall 2023 Now Open

The Learning Centers are looking for energetic team players to support the development and marketing of events that specialize in gaming, music, photography & videography, graphic design and staffing/sanitizing our Learning Centers Labs in DeNeve, Sunset Village and Rieber Hall. On Campus Residential Learning Centers (computer labs)

Under the supervision of the Learning Centers Manager with the assistance of the Residential Technology Supervisors (RTS), The Learning Center Consultants job functions include:

Responsibilities

Attend and successfully complete position-specific training
Attend weekly meetings and other gatherings as directed
Maintain, tidy and sanitize the spaces
Develop, organize, manage and implement programs, workshops and projects as scheduled
Prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects concurrently to meet deadlines
Collaborate with departmental, campus wide and corporate partners to provide students
access to resources for their growth and development
Execute equipment protocols and administrative tasks
Develop new and innovative ideas to advance the Learning Centers efforts
In a timely manner, communicate with the Learning Center Supervisors (LCS) and Learning
Centers Managers and provide required documents as requested
Represent UCLA Residential Life and the Learning Centers in a professional and courteous
manner
Assist residents with software applications and technical problems in the computer lab
Ensure WEPA printers are in working order
Additional duties as assigned

Specialist Positions Available

In addition to the responsibilities listed above there are position specific responsibilities:

Gaming Specialist

Oversee lab computer spaces
Coordinate software installs
Research and recommend of software and hardware
Research and recommend of new games
Collaborate with other gaming organizations at UCLA
Troubleshoot computer/game system hardware and software
Additional duties as assigned

Highly competitive candidates will have experience with VR, XBox, Playstation, Nintendo Switch, and PC Gaming and a way of showcasing their competency in problem-solving with game technology.

Music Specialist

Assist with live/studio recordings, sound design, and post audio for productions
Organize and maintain studio equipment and inventory
Reach out and explore UCLA’s student artists/organizations to collaborate and innovate
Host workshops on audio/music production for students
Check out equipment to students and inform them of lending regulations
Additional duties as assigned

Highly competitive candidates will be knowledgeable in multiple D.A.W.’s (i.e. Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton, etc.).

Graphic Design Specialist

Develop promotional materials for the Learning Centers (i.e. logos, flyers, posters, social media graphics, etc.)
Assist students with graphic design and motion graphics
Additional duties as assigned

Highly competitive candidates will have a portfolio of work that showcases their talent and approach to graphic design and will have experience with any or all of the following software: Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe After Effects.

Photography & Videography Specialist

Photograph people, places, and events
Edit and enhance images utilizing Photoshop or like software
Export images and prepare for delivery to collaborators
Maintain an orderly and accessible catalog of photos for production use
Assist students with photography skills
Additional duties as assigned

Highly competitive candidates will have experience in any or all of the following areas of video production: camera operation, cinematography, and post-production/editing. They will also have a portfolio of work that showcases their talent and approach to photography.

Social Media & Marketing Specialist

Interact with other campus social media pages to build following
Develop and execute promotional timelines for upcoming events
Actively share social media information with students in our spaces
Develop innovative ideas for new marketing campaigns, strategies, and content with team
members (especially photo/video and graphic design specialists)
Perform additional duties as assigned

Highly competitive candidates will be creative, detail-oriented, and have experience in any or all of the following areas: managing social media accounts, creating content for social media platforms, marketing and promotions, administration, and event planning.

Minimum Academic Requirements

In order to support the academic success of our student staff, Residential Life conducts Grade Point Average and Enrollment Checks for all student employee positions. We may conduct these checks at the time of application and any time thereafter once the student has accepted a job offer.

For this position, a student must have a 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA at the time of application, hire, and/or rehire (beginning of Fall Quarter of each academic year).
For this position, a student must maintain full-time status (12 units per quarter) during time of employment.

Compensation

$17.05/hour

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Questions?

For additional information about this position or the recruitment process, please email lab@orl.ucla.edu.

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.