Part Time - Project Coordinator - Information Technology

Part-time Project Coordinator

The University Libraries and the Department of Graphic Design are working together on a collaborative project to enhance public engagement and visibility of student work within the University Libraries and the broader campus community. Cultivate meaningful collaborative partnerships with diverse campus units to broaden the project's reach and impact. Showcase a commitment to design innovation, visual arts, and interdisciplinary exploration.

The Libraries is seeking a part-time (20 hours/week) Project Coordinator to serve as the liaison between the Libraries and Graphic Design, providing coordination and technical support and facilitating the work of the Graphic Design faculty and students in the Libraries.

The Project Coordinator will:

• Act as the point person for the Graphic Design faculty and students providing and developing content related to fulfilling the goals of the project
• Coordinate or assist with the coordination of stakeholders in developing the selection criteria, monitoring progress, and other aspects of project management
• Coordinate virtual and in-person events for showcasing of student work
• Create and maintain a calendar of exhibits, displays, and related public events
• Work closely with faculty and students to support scholarly displays in the Libraries
• Collaborate with faculty and students to assess multimedia needs for specific projects, to assist in creating and packaging digital media for digital displays
• Follow best practices for video, branding, copyright, and accessibility
• Ensure graphic solutions are optimized for integration, performance, usability, and sustainability
• Research existing and emerging methods utilizing potential innovations in hardware and software
• Understand legal/accessibility/copyright considerations
• Create technical specifications for use of digital displays
• Understand the signage management system and work closely with those managing the equipment hardware and Four Winds Software

Required Experience (minimum requirements):

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and project-management skills
• Ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with experience working with diverse populations
• Commitment to learning new skills
• Facility with editing and presenting digital media

Desired Experience:

• Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with FWI Digital Signage Software
• Creative problem-solving abilities

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity 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.