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Instructional Media Specialist

Employer
American University of Beirut
Location
Beirut

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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July 4, 2019TO:President, Provost, Vice Presidents, AVP for Administration and Chief of Staff, Deans, Directors, Heads of Academic and Administrative DepartmentsFROM:Human Resources DepartmentSUBJECT:VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY


TheOffice of Information Technology has an opening for the position ofInstructional Media Specialist , above grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotionfrom within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply not later thanJuly 18, 2019.

I. Basic Functions:Works closely with the Instructional Designers to plan, produce, edit and publish video and interactive lecture assets for blended and online courses while maintaining a cohesive creative direction and quality standards for all online materials and other online education products. The Instructional Media Specialist assists with additional video related work and responsibilities as needed and lends expertise to video production and editing where needed or necessary. The successful candidate will need to provide graphic design and animation for all course media productions. II. Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Media/Digital Production, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Media Arts or related field. Master’s degree in a related field is a plus.
  • At least three years of experience working in E-learning media production.
  • Must demonstrate basic competency level and aptitude pertaining to each essential function outlined.
  • Working knowledge of graphic design with an emphasis on web output.
  • Knowledge of recording production including pre-production planning, post-production editing, studio environments and remote location work.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach software and skills related to media production to student workers and other individuals with non-technical, non-production backgrounds.
  • Knowledge of the following tools is a must: Professional video cameras, studio lighting, audio mixers, microphones, DVD Burners and Duplicators, Flatbed Scanners, Document Cameras, PTZ Cameras/Controllers and others.
  • Knowledge of the following software and applications is a must: Adobe Connect, Adobe Suite (including but not limited to Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier, After Effects), Final Cut Pro, Articulate Storyline or other interactive lecture creation software, 3D Studio Max, Moodle and others.
  • Working technical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to production-level media production programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively remain current on the development and applications of state of the art production technology.
  • Proven ability to thrive and respond to frequent demands of multiple constituents, both internal and external, in a user-centric manner and high-demand environment.
  • User-focused: sees problems from the customer’s perspective.
  • High emphasis placed on professionalism, efficiency and a positive attitude.
  • Excellent oral and written knowledge of English as well as excellent presentation skills.
  • Well-organized, dedicated, accurate, thorough, and punctual, with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Self-directed worker and creative problem solver. A high level of self-motivation, adaptability and integrity. Must have a high energy level.
    • Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer. Samar Diab Rouhana Director of Human Resources

    Organization

    Founded in 1866, the American University of Beirut bases its educational philosophy, standards, and practices on the American liberal arts model of higher education. A teaching-centered research university, AUB has around 700 instructional faculty and a student body of around 8,000 students. The University encourages freedom of thought and expression and seeks to graduate men and women committed to creative and critical thinking, life-long learning, personal integrity, civic responsibility, and leadership.

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    The University, which was granted institutional accreditation in June 2004 by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States and reaffirmed in June 2009, includes six faculties: Agricultural and Food Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Medicine (which includes the Rafic Hariri School of Nursing), and the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business.

    AUB currently offers more than 120 programs leading to the bachelor's, master's, MD, and PhD degrees. The University became coeducational in 1922; its student body is 50 percent male and 50 percent female. The language of instruction is English (except for courses in the Arabic Department and other language courses). The student faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

    Mission Statement

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    The American University of Beirut (AUB) is an institution of higher learning founded to provide excellence in education, to participate in the advancement of knowledge through research, and to serve the peoples of the Middle East and beyond. Chartered in New York State in 1863, the university bases its educational philosophy, standards, and practices on the American liberal arts model of higher education. The university believes deeply in and encourages freedom of thought and expression and seeks to foster tolerance and respect for diversity and dialogue. Graduates will be individuals committed to creative and critical thinking, life-long learning, personal integrity, civic responsibility, and leadership.

     

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