Instructional Technologist-Video Production Specialist
Instructional Technologist-Video Production Specialist
Library and Information Technology
BucknellUniversity seeks to hire an Instructional Technologist-Video Production Specialistwho is
directlyresponsible for supporting and adding value to the education Bucknell studentsreceive. He/She
worksdirectly with faculty in the application of technology by identifying,exploring, promoting and
supportingtechnology solutions and projects that benefit student learning and facultyinstruction, with
particularemphasis on video-related work. As part of the University's academic programs,the
InstructionalTechnologist-Video Production Specialist supports the development and productionof a
widerange of audio, video and multimedia materials and projects. This includesserving as the primary
contactfor support issues related to media editing, production and storage.
TheInstructional Technologist-Video Production Specialist fully engages withfaculty and students to
providerelevant instruction, outreach and support for teaching, learning andscholarship through the
creationand application of technology.
The VideoProduction Specialist:
· is responsible for theoversight of a dynamic and adaptable digital media program that effectively
supportsfaculty and students at all levels of expertise.
· provides operational oversightof the Media Lab, including account creation and storage allocation
forstudents, faculty and staff needs, and actively maintains and supports Labequipment, assuring
itssmooth operation.
· works closely with the UserServices and Technology Support groups to insure that the Media Lab
andclassrooms are properly configured, imaged and functioning as expected.
· collaborates with faculty toexplore technologies that may represent new opportunities for Bucknell
facultyin the classroom, in support of student learning or scholarship and serves as aprimary
teachingresource for media intensive courses focusing on media production and editing.
· provides specializedinstruction, advice and guidance in the application of technology by
collaborativelyand independently designing, teaching and/or assisting with workshops andone-onone
instructionfor faculty, students and staff to support the use of multimedia, mediaproduction
andinstructional applications supported by the University.
· trains and supervises studentstaff that provides direct digital media production support and other
advancedapplication support in the Library Media Lab.
· participates in decisions aboutthe priorities of various instructional technology projects.
· keeps apprised of developmentsin the field, make recommendations on new technologies and
purchases.
TheVideo Production Specialist must keep abreast of changing technology generallyand its application
in thehigher education environment specifically. Also, the Video ProductionSpecialist maintains a deep
knowledgeof current and emerging trends, issues, and best practices in faculty outreach,instruction,
informationliteracy/technology competency, multi-media production, web technologies,desktop tools
andthe wide variety of technology appliances. He/She uses this knowledge and
experienceto actively identify relevant initiatives for local exploration and possibleimplementation.
TheVideo Production Specialist develops and maintains an understanding of the aimsand needs of the
University'steaching, learning and research programs through active consultation with faculty,
administratorsand information technology peers. Collaborates with faculty and ResearchServices
librariansto inspire and support academic users of information resources andinstructional technology
toenhance teaching and learning.
Asappropriate, both leads and participates in key projects and strategicinitiatives related to technology,
outreachand student support.
A partof the ITEC team, The Video Production Specialist,
· serves as liaison for facultyin academic departments and related interdisciplinary programs,
worksclosely with Library Liaisons to support instructional and informationalprograms and
activities.
· works with other instructionaltechnologists to assure all faculty feel connected to one or more
instructionaltechnologists
· assures that technology toolsand solutions that support faculty instruction are reliable, well maintained
andsupported effectively
· through active assessment andprogram review, assures work and contributions are meeting
workgroup, organization and University goals
· participates in outreachservices, marketing and assessment program to improve services
· actively identifies possiblepoints for integration and closer interaction with other areas of
Library& IT
· is active in the instructionaltechnology profession at both the national and regional
Mustbe able to work cooperatively with others and accept direction fromsupervisors.
Reportsto the assistant director for instructional technology.
Qualifications:
· B.A. required.
· 3-5 years of demonstrated workexperience related to teaching and learning in higher
education.
· Significant knowledge ofcontemporary applications, including Audacity, Final Cut Pro, and
iMovie.Demonstrated capability to master new technologies and applications as needed.
· Demonstrated experiencesupporting the use of digital media and instructional applications in
thecurriculum.
· Demonstrated experienceproducing streaming media and overseeing servers and related
infrastructurecomponents.
· Expertise in media development,production, and post-production, with knowledge of Windows
andMacintosh computer platforms, recent versions of computer operating systems,and
peripheralhardware.
· Expertise with video equipmentand related hardware such as digital video cameras, lighting
equipmentand microphones.
· Ability to write clear,accurate documentation.
· Ability to set priorities andmanage work and deadlines independently required.
· Ability to analyze data andmake local decisions based on national and local trends and to design
processesthat enhance services while maximizing university resources.
· Demonstrated effective oral,written, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Demonstrated ability toeffectively plan and execute workshops and other instruction/teaching
responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Master's degree in relatedfield preferred.
· Experience working directlywith Final Cut and server/storage concepts particularly as they
relateto media production and distribution.
· Mastery of a broad range ofinstructional technologies, applications and techniques as they
pertainto curricular needs.
About the Organization
InAugust 1997 Bucknell University integrated its library and computingorganizations to form Library
andInformation Technology Department. We focus on strengthening natural areas ofcollaboration and
creatingsynergies among staff members. We strive to create an information-richenvironment for the
campus,and enjoy a strong service reputation. Library and Information Technology iscommitted to
supportingthe professional development of its 85+ staff members.
Bucknellis a highly selective, predominately undergraduate residential university withstrong liberal arts
andprofessional programs. There are approximately 3400 undergraduates and 150master’s degree
students.The campus is in a beautiful rural setting adjacent to the Susquehanna River.Harrisburg and
StateCollege (home of Penn State University) are about an hour away; New York,Washington D.C.,
Baltimore,Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are approximately a three to four hour drive. Theuniversity
supportsan active program of cultural events and opportunities for recreation.
Contact Information
Tolearn more about our Bucknell University’s Library and Information Technology,explore our website
at http://www.bucknell.edu/libraryIT.
Formaximum consideration, post a cover letter, resume, and names of threereferences to Bucknell University’s online recruiting website
(http://www.bucknell.edu/x19450.xml), and select “Jobs at Bucknell” for details.Bucknell encourages
applications from women andmembers of minority groups (EEO/AA).