Job location: University Museum

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-07-23
Req: JR00003167
University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Digital Media Developer

Job Profile Title

Information Technology Communication Analyst

Job Description Summary

The Digital Media Developer (DMD) works to produce and maintain digital content for the Museum’s website(s). The DMD will generate and edit webpages in our content management systems including coding HTML/CSS and the creation of images. The DMD will help develop/edit informational, promotional, and educational videos and interactive content for use on the Museum’s website and social media outlets. The DMD is responsible for helping maintain and monitor the Museum’s web style guide in conjunction with the Museum’s overall branding and art direction. The DMD performs their duties under direction of the Associate Director of Digital Media.

Open to all, the Museum is home to remarkable objects and powerful stories that emerge from its extraordinary expeditions across the world. Discover the cultures of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the kings of ancient Egypt; from prehistoric Mexico to the lives of Native American communities today. Experience the mystery of the ancient past, gain an understanding of our shared humanity, and find your own place in the arc of human history.

Job Description

Responsibilities

- Produce and maintain digital content on the Museum’s website, including text, images, and video; edit and ensure quality control as needed.

- Produce informational, promotional, and educational videos and interactive as needed.

- Assist with design, redesign, and improve Museum websites as needed.

- Assist with maintainence and monitoring of the Museum’s web style guide in conjunction with the Museum’s overall branding and art direction as necessary.

- Assist with maintaining the Museum’s video outlets (YouTube/Vimeo).

- Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree is required and 2-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and the creation and manipulation of images is necessary.  A background in video production and editing in Final Cut Pro, Sony Vegas Pro or Adobe Premiere is essential.  Experience in coding HTML/CSS by hand is preferred. Experience with major Content Management Systems like Joomla, Drupal, Wordpress recommended. Any web programming experience is helpful. Professional communication skills are necessary. An interest in archaeology, anthropology, and museums is helpful, as is an affinity for working in a non-profit environment. Time management, self-motivation, and multitasking are essential to the role that this position plays within the institution.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

University Museum

Pay Range

$36,401.00 - $91,232.00

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Special Requirements 
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.