Media Technology Specialist II

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University of Texas at Dallas is hiring a Media Technology Specialist II. The role involves preparing, setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the university's immersive projection classroom and Pixera-based visualization system while providing technical support and instructional assistance to faculty, staff, and students.

Highlights

Support operation and maintenance of immersive projection classroom and Pixera media server environment.

Diagnose and resolve software, hardware, networking, and system integration issues in immersive multi-projection setups.

Perform software updates, equipment testing, preventative maintenance, and system calibration.

Provide technical assistance and instruction to faculty, staff, and students on media equipment and immersive technologies.

Collaborate with lead technician and faculty to support classroom operations and instructional content delivery.

Experience with Pixera media server software preferred; familiarity with similar platforms like Disguise, Watchout, Resolume, or Hippotizer is advantageous.

Knowledge of immersive visualization, advanced audiovisual systems, Crestron, Dante, and projection technologies desired.

Requires at least a high school diploma and one year of media technology service experience, preferably in education.

Salary starts at $43,000 monthly, dependent on qualifications.

Position requires physical ability to handle equipment up to 70 lbs., including setup at ceiling level; night shift hours including evenings and weekends; remote work not available.

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Posting Number	S07198P
Position Title	Media Technology Specialist II
Functional Title	Media Technology Specialist II
Department	Educational Technology Services
Salary Range	$43,000.00 (DOQ)
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	08/17/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Desired Start Date	09/01/2026
Job Summary	This position supports the preparation, setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continued advancement of the university’s immersive projection classroom and its Pixera-based visualization environment. Working closely with the lead technician assigned to the immersive classroom, this position assists with classroom operations, preventative maintenance, technical support, and instructional activities while developing expertise in immersive visualization technologies and advanced audiovisual systems. The position assists in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performs preventative maintenance, and helps ensure the reliable operation of the immersive classroom while supporting courses utilizing the immersive projection system. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and the lead technician assigned to the immersive classroom, this position provides technical support, production assistance, and classroom operational support while gaining experience with the design, implementation, and delivery of immersive instructional technologies. Under direct to general supervision provide faculty, staff and students with technical assistance, support, and policy and procedure orientation on media equipment capabilities and operations.
Minimum Education and Experience	High school graduate or equivalent. A minimum of one year of experience in media technology service, preferably in an education environment.
Preferred Education and Experience	•Demonstrated aptitude and willingness to learn new software applications, media server technologies, and emerging audiovisual systems. •Experience with Pixera media server software is preferred. •Experience with comparable professional media server platforms (such as Disguise, Watchout, Resolume, Hippotizer, Ventuz, or similar immersive display systems). •Experience supporting advanced projection, immersive visualization, or classroom audiovisual systems. •Experience supporting instructional technology or higher education audiovisual environments is preferred.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	•Configure, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Pixera media server software and associated projection, playback, control, and visualization systems. •Diagnose and resolve software, hardware, networking, and system integration issues involving immersive multi-projection environments. •Perform software updates, equipment testing, preventative maintenance, and system calibration under established procedures. •Work closely with the lead technician to maintain the daily operation and reliability of the immersive projection classroom. •Support faculty utilizing Pixera and immersive visualization technologies by assisting with classroom operation and the implementation of instructional content. •Provide technical assistance and user instruction to faculty, staff, and students on the operation of multimedia equipment, Pixera software, and immersive classroom technologies. •Follow established operational procedures while assisting in maintaining technical documentation and preventative maintenance records. •Install, configure, update, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and media server software supporting classroom and immersive visualization technologies. •Assist in evaluating and implementing new software features, workflows, and emerging technologies that enhance the immersive teaching and learning environment. •Communicate professionally with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and other university departments regarding technical support, classroom operations, and project activities. •Set up and provide technical support for university events as assigned. •Develop proficiency with Pixera media server software and immersive classroom technologies through hands-on operation, training, and collaboration with the lead technician and Media Services staff. •Participate in ongoing professional development in Pixera, Crestron, Dante, projection systems, media servers, audiovisual networking, and emerging classroom technologies.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions	•Ability to stand, walk, push or pull equipment on carts weighing up to 70 lbs. •Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, climb ladders, and replace equipment at ceiling level. •Able to work evenings, weekends, or other hours as required. •Remote work is not available for this position.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information	THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION. A remote work schedule is not available for this position. Will work evenings. May work weekends or other hours as required. The performance of these essential functions requires that the incumbent must be able to stand, walk, push, or pull equipment on cart with wheels, weighing up to 70 lbs., inside or between buildings; must be able to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders, stretch to reach equipment, and replace equipment at ceiling level.
Special Instructions Summary	Internal candidates will be given priority.
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator*.

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800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021

972.883.2221

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Posting Details

Posting Number	S07198P
Position Title	Media Technology Specialist II
Functional Title	Media Technology Specialist II
Department	Educational Technology Services
Salary Range	$43,000.00 (DOQ)
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	08/17/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Desired Start Date	09/01/2026
Job Summary	This position supports the preparation, setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continued advancement of the university’s immersive projection classroom and its Pixera-based visualization environment. Working closely with the lead technician assigned to the immersive classroom, this position assists with classroom operations, preventative maintenance, technical support, and instructional activities while developing expertise in immersive visualization technologies and advanced audiovisual systems. The position assists in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performs preventative maintenance, and helps ensure the reliable operation of the immersive classroom while supporting courses utilizing the immersive projection system. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and the lead technician assigned to the immersive classroom, this position provides technical support, production assistance, and classroom operational support while gaining experience with the design, implementation, and delivery of immersive instructional technologies. Under direct to general supervision provide faculty, staff and students with technical assistance, support, and policy and procedure orientation on media equipment capabilities and operations.
Minimum Education and Experience	High school graduate or equivalent. A minimum of one year of experience in media technology service, preferably in an education environment.
Preferred Education and Experience	•Demonstrated aptitude and willingness to learn new software applications, media server technologies, and emerging audiovisual systems. •Experience with Pixera media server software is preferred. •Experience with comparable professional media server platforms (such as Disguise, Watchout, Resolume, Hippotizer, Ventuz, or similar immersive display systems). •Experience supporting advanced projection, immersive visualization, or classroom audiovisual systems. •Experience supporting instructional technology or higher education audiovisual environments is preferred.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	•Configure, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Pixera media server software and associated projection, playback, control, and visualization systems. •Diagnose and resolve software, hardware, networking, and system integration issues involving immersive multi-projection environments. •Perform software updates, equipment testing, preventative maintenance, and system calibration under established procedures. •Work closely with the lead technician to maintain the daily operation and reliability of the immersive projection classroom. •Support faculty utilizing Pixera and immersive visualization technologies by assisting with classroom operation and the implementation of instructional content. •Provide technical assistance and user instruction to faculty, staff, and students on the operation of multimedia equipment, Pixera software, and immersive classroom technologies. •Follow established operational procedures while assisting in maintaining technical documentation and preventative maintenance records. •Install, configure, update, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and media server software supporting classroom and immersive visualization technologies. •Assist in evaluating and implementing new software features, workflows, and emerging technologies that enhance the immersive teaching and learning environment. •Communicate professionally with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and other university departments regarding technical support, classroom operations, and project activities. •Set up and provide technical support for university events as assigned. •Develop proficiency with Pixera media server software and immersive classroom technologies through hands-on operation, training, and collaboration with the lead technician and Media Services staff. •Participate in ongoing professional development in Pixera, Crestron, Dante, projection systems, media servers, audiovisual networking, and emerging classroom technologies.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions	•Ability to stand, walk, push or pull equipment on carts weighing up to 70 lbs. •Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, climb ladders, and replace equipment at ceiling level. •Able to work evenings, weekends, or other hours as required. •Remote work is not available for this position.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information	THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION. A remote work schedule is not available for this position. Will work evenings. May work weekends or other hours as required. The performance of these essential functions requires that the incumbent must be able to stand, walk, push, or pull equipment on cart with wheels, weighing up to 70 lbs., inside or between buildings; must be able to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders, stretch to reach equipment, and replace equipment at ceiling level.
Special Instructions Summary	Internal candidates will be given priority.
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator*.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021

972.883.2221

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