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POSITION TITLE:
Media Specialist, Science Video
GEST 130-67-234-H
PERSONNEL STATUS:
Exempt, Full time, Grant Funded
Position is for one year with the possibility of extension.
Note: This is a grant-funded position wherein employment is contingent upon the renewal of the grant and carries no layoff or reinstatement rights.
DEPARTMENT:
Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology (GEST) Center
Position is located at the Goddard Space Flight Center located in Greenbelt, Maryland.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Excellent opportunity for video producer or visual media technologist. The focus of this effort is to use video and multimedia technologies to communicate the results of NASA's science missions to the general public, the media, and to formal and informal educational institutions. The incumbent will participate in all aspects of video and new media production including planning, scripting, field and studio production, and post production editing. Activities include collaboration with science writers, data visualizers, multimedia producers and web designers and a broad range of scientific and educational media products including: web shorts/vodcasts, video news releases, satellite media tours, documentation of research activities, and support for long form documentaries. In addition, the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Requires a Bachelor’s degree. A passion for science storytelling and strong video production abilities are preferred. Note: Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance.
SALARY:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
APPLICATION:
For best consideration, submit a cover letter indicating position number, resume and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references by March 19, 2008 (resumes will be accepted until the position is filled) to:
Dr. Tom Low
GEST/JCET
UMBC
5523 Research Park Drive, Suite 320
Baltimore, MD 21228
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are an U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
UMBC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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