Research and Instruction Technologist - Multimedia

Posted February 3rd, 2010 by Kenny Freundlich, Wellesley College
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Research and Instruction Technologist

Information Services/Access and Digital Media 

Description

Statement of Purpose

The Research and Instruction Technologist provides supportfor multimedia instruction and research being done in the humanities, social sciencesand sciences. Principal tasks will center upon assisting faculty and studentsin using multimedia technology for classroom assignments and projects throughindividual consultations, classroom instruction, and technical workshops.

 

This position provides support for a wide range of digitalimage, audio, video and animation software and related equipment.

 

Multimediasoftware used in the Wellesley College curriculum includes:

AdobeAcrobat, After Effects, Director,Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere; Apple Aperture,Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, iMovie, iDVD, Logic Pro, and QuickTime; Maya,MaxMSP, Amadeus

 

Coursework includes scripting includingsoftware-specific scripting languages, APIs and Automator

 

Relevant equipment used in theWellesley College curriculum includes:

Digital SLRs, video cameras and audio recorders; projectors, largeformat printers, Macintosh/Windows computers and alternative input devices; IR,Wii controller's, motion detection, sound equipment

 

This position collaboratesclosely with faculty and colleagues across Information Services and elsewhereon campus to develop and lead new programs to support multimedia instructionand research and create an integrated support model for the wide range ofsoftware in use across campus.

MinimumQualifications

Required: Substantial demonstrated experience in multiplesoftware applications and the equipment in use at Wellesley. Demonstratedexperience working with undergraduate students and faculty, andinstructing/teaching undergraduates. Ability and willingness to assist userswith a wide range of skill (from beginning to advanced) in creating multimediaprojects. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Minimum of threeyears of related professional experience. Applicants must be able to work wellas part of a team and work effectively in a culturally diverse environment.

Desired: An advanced degree in fine arts is highlydesirable. Experience working with a diverse range of media types (images,audio, video, animation). Advanced web authoring skills, and experiencecreating and maintaining information systems. Experience working in/supportinga media lab. Experience in a library environment and familiarity with academiclibrary information resources, academic library services, and academic librarypractices a plus.

 

If interested, send cover letter and resume to: HumanResources Office, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481;or to apply online, please use the following link:  HYPERLINK "https://career.wellesley.edu" https://career.wellesley.edu  Positions are open until filled.

 

WellesleyCollege is an EO/AA educational institution and employer.  The College is committed to increasingthe diversity of the college community and the curriculum.  Candidates who believe they willcontribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.