Digital Media Specialist, Central (57/24 - permanent, part-time, .50 FTE)

Libraries build community.

At RPL, we’re on a mission to provide Regina residents with opportunities to discover, learn and connect in an inclusive, customer-centred, and safe environment — and we could use your help.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Digital Media Studio is an interactive space with specialized hardware, equipment and software that will provide customers the opportunity to explore, collaborate and learn about digital media and create professional quality audio and video productions.

Reporting to the Community Librarian, the Digital Media Specialist is responsible for the delivery and support of all services within the Digital Media Studio. This position provides support, training and activity coordination for all users of the Digital Media Studio (library customers, staff, community groups, etc.) and is responsible for identifying opportunities to expand and infuse digital media literacy into library services and programming across all RPL branches and the communities they serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Facilitates access and use of space and resources within the Digital Media Studio. This includes establishing and enforcing processes and procedures to ensure fair and appropriate use of resources across all user segments of the Digital Media Studio (e.g., library customers, internal programming staff and external groups and associations wishing to utilize the Digital Media Studio for external programming and events).

2.  Identifies opportunities, develops ideas and coordinates the planning and implementation of digital media programming. Works closely with the Community Engagement and Programming team and other vested internal departments (Dunlop Art Gallery, Film Theatre, Public Services, Marketing and Communications, etc.) to develop high profile and engaging digital media programming, contests and events that resonate with the communities and customers we serve.

3.  Develops and facilitates customer support solutions for all user segments of the Digital Media Studio and its products and services. This includes self-serve support tools as well as facilitated training/orientation workshops for customers, staff and external partners, groups, and associations.

4.  Coordinates the development of an evaluation and measurement program to monitor usage and drive out continuous improvement opportunities to enhance and expand the Digital Media Studio product and service offering. Works closely with the Reference and Programming Assistants.

5.  Performs related work, including participation on teams, committees or special projects as assigned by the Community Librarian.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.  Three years demonstrated experience in sound studio digital audio recording, video recording, studio lighting, framing and green screen studio techniques, graphic design and post-production audio/video editing. 

2.  Experience with various media production software platforms, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, etc.) and Avid Pro Tools or similar Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software platforms. 

3.  Experience with musical instruments and/or working with musicians is a definite asset as is interest in other digital technologies. 

4.  A post-secondary diploma is required. Marketing or a related technical field of study is preferred. 

5.  Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, staff and external user groups and to work as member of a team. 

6.  Demonstrated strong organizational skills including the ability to effectively and efficiently manage work, scheduling, and priorities to support customer-centred services. 

7.  Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving ability, including the ability to assess and problem-solve using logical, fact-based reasoning. 

8.  Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility, and perform duties requiring independent judgement, initiative, and discretion. 

9.  Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines, work under minimal supervision, and handle multiple concurrent priorities. 

10. Demonstrated ability to find and propose innovation opportunities.

11. Demonstrated commitment to deliver consistent, high quality customer service. 

12. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills. 

13. Knowledge of program design, management, and evaluation. 

14. Excellent relationship building skills, able to manage internal and external customers. 

Closing Date: September 27, 2024
 
Competition #57/24 - position #21121

Budgeted hours (942 hours per year, .50 FTE) are not guaranteed to be scheduled. Actual hours may vary as determined by operational need.

Regina Public Library is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the community that we serve. The Library welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.