University Student Assistant COM Lab Assistant (Fall 2026 Spring 2027)

Department:

Communication

Salary:

$8.25 per hour (Max 25 hours per week)

Position Summary:

The Communications Department is seeking a University Student Aid for their Lab Assistant position.

The Communication Lab Assistant must have regular posted work hours (25/week) when they are available to help students with the following:

1. Check out a camera and other equipment to students for limited times using the software set-up to document all pertinent check-in/check-out information.
2. Will contact students via email and/or phone number if and when they have equipment beyond the stated deadline for return and will also update Dr. Kate Stewart and Dr. Bobby Mikel of the weekly check-in and check-out numbers to refrain from misuse of the equipment checkout period.
3. Will be responsible for the upkeep of equipment (charging batteries wrapping cords etc.) and communicating with Dr. Teddi Joyce Dr. Kate Stewart and Dr. Bobby Mikel on the equipmentstatusevery week.
4. Manage access to our video and audio editing and production suites including ensuringaccess is fairly allocated.
5. Keep regular hours (the days and duration they will help set). Weekend hours are required.
6. Post their office hours and contact information in Self Hall. Theremustbe clear and consistent communication with lab assistantother studentsandfaculty members.
7. Make their access known to students through text and voice calls during the assigned hours.
8. Providelight/moderate assistance for students in audio/video editing. This is for supplemental assistance not a graduate assistant or instructor-level role.
9. Ensure security of rooms when you leave by pulling all doors shut and locking them.
10. Adheres to all department and University policies and procedures.

Positions may be filled based on individual applicants skills qualifications and departmental needs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Check out camera and other equipment to students for limited times using the software set-up to document all pertinent check in/check out information.
• Manage access to our video and audio editing suites including making sure that access is fairly allocated.
• Assist the audio and video professors with tutoring students on how to record and edit audio and video.
• Ensure security of rooms when you leave by pulling all doors shut and locking them.
• Additional Duties as required by the department.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A major in communication with a concentration in broadcasting or digital media production.
• Successful Completion of COM 302 and COM 320.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Highly proficient with Adobe Premier Pro and Adobe Audition Software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least three (3) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
• If not a first-time student the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJaxState.

Notice Regarding International Students:

• All International Students must be in a valid immigration status.
• Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time Jax State student and possess each of the following:

1. Passport from their respective country.
2. F-1 Student Visa or J-1 Exchange Student Visa.
3. U.S. Customs Form I-94.
4. Official photo identification.
5. Official Social Security Card imprinted with Valid for Work Only or similar statement

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcript

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