Hardware and Display Technology Familiarity with LED Panels: high-resolution LED panels with a fine pixel pitch (typically 1.5 mm to 2.6 mm for close-up shots). Processing Units: LED processors/scalers to manage signal input and maintain image quality. Familiarity with media servers: high-performance servers like AOTO, Disguise, Notch, or Avolites for real-time content playback and manipulation. Control Systems: Software for controlling the LED wall configurations, brightness, color calibration,... more details
Student Technical Assistant
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Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/34295
Job Number
SE37724
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
Dodge College-Technical
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Student Technical Assistant
Academic Year
Summer 2024
Term or Semester
Summer - Fall
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Either Grad or Undergrad is Fine
Anticipated Pay Range
$16.00 - $16.00
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
ghernand@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Desired Start Date
06/01/2024
Projected End Date
12/15/2024
Average number of hours per week
Up to 19 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The student technician will be assigned to operating the LED wall hardware with integrated software technologies for film and TV productions involving a combination of camera equipment, technical hardware, computer systems, and software in Stage D in the Digital Media Arts building. Here are the key technical requirements and considerations:
Hosting technical workshops for operating LED walls and relevant hardware and software with faculty, tech staff, and students.
Tutor participants on the fundamentals and advanced aspects of LED wall technology.
Provide hands-on coaching on the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of LED walls.
Demonstrate the use of media servers, content creation tools, and control software.
Responsibilities
Hardware and Display Technology
Familiarity with LED Panels: high-resolution LED panels with a fine pixel pitch (typically 1.5mm to 2.6mm for close-up shots).
Processing Units: LED processors/scalers to manage signal input and maintain image quality.
Familiarity with media servers: high-performance servers like AOTO, Disguise, Notch, or Avolites for real-time content playback and manipulation.
Control Systems: Software for controlling the LED wall configurations, brightness, color calibration, and synchronization with other production elements.
Technical/Production Crew
Pre-Visualization: Using pre-visualization tools to plan scenes and anticipate technical challenges.
Testing and Rehearsals: Conducting thorough tests and rehearsals to troubleshoot any issues before actual shooting.
Coordination with the Production Team: continuous communication with directors, cinematographers, and production designers to ensure seamless integration of LED wall or green screen technologies into the creative vision.
Pre-Visualization: Using pre-visualization tools to plan scenes and anticipate technical challenges.
Testing and Rehearsals: Conducting thorough tests and rehearsals to troubleshoot any issues before actual shooting.
Coordination with Production Team: continuous communication with directors, cinematographers, and production designers to ensure seamless integration of LED wall or green screen technologies into the creative vision.
Integration and Setup
LED Technician must be able to set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot LED panels and related hardware.
Physical Setup: Being aware and familiar with LED wall mounting systems, trusses, and rigging for LED panels is secure and safe.
Power Supply and Management: overseeing and troubleshooting that adequate and stable power sources are in nominal operating conditions.
Connectivity: knowledge of the signal flow of high-bandwidth cables and connections (HDMI, SDI, fiber optics) to ensure seamless data transfer.
IT Support: ensuring robust network infrastructure for data handling and system communication.
Content and Graphics
Proficient in creating and managing digital content.
Knowledge of High-Resolution Content: 3D and 2D graphics that match the pixel resolution of the LED wall.
Content Creation Tools: Software like Unreal Engine, Unity, or other 3D rendering tools to create photorealistic backgrounds and environments.
Real-Time Rendering: Ensuring the media servers can handle real-time rendering for dynamic backgrounds and interactive elements.
Synchronization and Calibration
Knowledge of Camera Sync: Genlock or timecode synchronization between the LED wall and camera rig to avoid flickering or mismatched frames.
Color Calibration: Consistent calibration of the LED panels to match the on-set lighting and the color temperature of the cameras.
Required Qualifications
Must have excellent verbal and wriiten communications skills.
Desired Qualifications
Must be a Digital Media Arts Student
Special Instructions to Applicants
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required?
With or Without FWS
Pre-screening Questions
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