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Penn State University

Media Commons Consultant

Penn State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States, 16801


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Teaching and Learning with Technology seeks a passionate and motivated creative individual to serve as a Media Commons Consultant. This position has a focus on Adobe Creative Cloud and emerging technologies like generative AI within the Media Commons, Maker Commons, and Immersive Experiences Lab initiatives team. These initiatives provide consultative services to all Penn State faculty and students interested in digital media, making, and immersive technologies.Job Description & Duties:Collaborating with other members of the Media Commons team on providing consultative services to faculty and students on the appropriate application of media technologies like video and audio creation, use of the One Button Studio, photography, 3D printing, maker technologies, and virtual reality and augmented reality technologies with an emphasis on supporting Adobe Creative Cloud software like Express, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, and more.Provide 1-on-1 consultations for students and faculty learning to produce academic-focused media with an emphasis on storytelling and narrative.Demonstrate creative uses of technology, and teach workshops in a classroom environment.Responsible for day-to-day Media Commons operations in the Shields Building space, which includes facilitating student and faculty access to One Button Studios, photography equipment, the AI Arcade, podcasting rooms, and other multimedia technology.Opportunity to contribute to ongoing social media and outreach efforts.This is an in-person position at the University Park campus. Some flexibility for occasional hybrid work during the summer months. Occasional travel to other Penn State campuses may be required.Typical Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree or higher plus four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Professional attitude, the ability to work independently.Creative and strong organizational and communication skills.A proactive approach to customer service.Required Application Materials:Along with a resume and cover letter, please submit at least three examples of multimedia work, with a preference for video examples and/or making examples. These materials should be submitted at the time of application for full consideration.The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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