This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative New Media Developer to actively contribute in the delivery of high-level technical and educational new media production support services to meet the requirements of the University’s Media Studies program. Reporting to the Manager of Information and Media Technology Services, you will develop and deploy projects within the realms of new media, supporting academic and business initiatives of the University of Guelph-Humber. Working in a dynamic, team oriented environment, you will install, customize, implement and support various PHP-based online services such as WordPress networks, Discussion Forums, Digital Archive Library and others. In addition, you will provide specialized educational training in the areas of online publishing and web development to students, faculty and staff.
Qualifications
Your expertise lies in the area of multidisciplinary technology integration within online enterprise-level computing environments, which include networked Microsoft Windows and Mac systems, LAMP servers, mobile devices as well as traditional media production environments such as television, radio and print and other emerging media technologies. To assume the role of New Media Developer, you must have: · an undergraduate degree in Computing, or equivalent education or professional experience · minimum 5 years of experience in professional new media project development · proven strong knowledge of web technologies such as Drupal, PHP, HTML, XML, RSS, JavaScript and CSS · knowledge of Photoshop, Acrobat and Microsoft Office · demonstrated knowledge of database structure and products, such as MySQL · excellent written and oral communication and organization skills · good judgement, initiative, creative problem-solving skills and an eye for detail · ability to maintain confidentiality, work independently and in a team, meet deadlines, multi-task and prioritize projects In addition, you possess an excellent understanding of and practical working experience with digital media production practices, emphasizing online distribution, excellent knowledge of non-linear editing systems such as Final Cut Pro as well as digital photography production practices with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design and other similar software applications and production workflows. In addition, you must have proven experience in the development and support of commercial and Open Source web-based services to support and enhance student portal CMS, Discussion Forums, Equipment Tracking systems, Digital Archive Library, and other similar services. You must also exhibit expert knowledge in the implementation and management of streaming audio and video services and other emerging multimedia services. Additional skills include: excellent interpersonal and communication skills; excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving and time management skills; ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-orientated environment; ability to cope with pressure and changes in priorities. Computer programming skills would be an asset.
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Duration of Need: August 2012-April 30, 2013
Hourly Rate: $22.02 Humber Polytech - 9 months ago
