College Work Study Program (TV & Film Studio Production Assistant) (Fall 2026)

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college offering over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs across four campuses/centers. We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County.

About the role

The TV & Film Studio Production Assistant will gain hands-on experience in video, film, and multimedia production while supporting the day-to-day operations of Southwest Tennessee Community College's TV and Film Studio. This position provides practical, industry-relevant experience for students interested in film production, television production, content creation, live event production, broadcast media, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of live-to-tape studio productions, video shoots, and live-streaming events.
• Support camera, lighting, audio, teleprompter, and other production equipment operations.
• Help maintain studio organization and ensure equipment is properly stored.
• Assist with checking out, tracking, and returning production equipment.
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain inventory records and equipment storage areas.
• Assist faculty, staff, and students with production projects.
• Support video editing, media file organization, and digital asset management.
• Assist with recording classroom, promotional, and special event productions.
• Provide production support for campus productions, special events, student showcases, and program activities.
• Help prepare facilities for instructional use and demonstrations.

Requirements

• Must be a registered student of Southwest Tennessee Community College.
• Only students who are approved for Federal Work Study are qualified for this position.
• Interest in film, television, media production, audio production, entertainment production, or related fields.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Ability to lift and move production equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in TV/Film Production, Communication, Entertainment Production, Digital Media, Graphic Arts, or related disciplines.
• Experience with cameras, lighting, audio equipment, or editing software.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, DaVinci Resolve, or similar production software.
• Experience with social media content creation or video production.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to work in a collaborative production environment.
• Basic knowledge of media production equipment and software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain equipment and production spaces responsibly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to professionalism, safety, and customer service.

Benefits

A summary of benefits can be found at Southwest Tennessee Community College Benefits Overview.