Summer Opportunity - Vis Lab Producer/Presenter

Colgate UniversitySummer Opportunity - Vis Lab Producer/PresenterRequisition Number: 2026CW011PostingFull Time/Part Time: Part TimeDivision: Dean of the FacultyDepartment: Information Technology ServicesWage/Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 / hourDepartment StatementColgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.AccountabilitiesProducer: The Ho Tung Visualization Laboratory & Planetarium seeks a creative and motivated student producer to assist in the development of digital content supporting a wide range of curricula, including Colgate courses and research. The student producer will collaborate with Vis Lab staff to create immersive visualizations, animations, and interactive modules for use in the planetarium and related educational initiatives.The position includes training in a variety of industry-standard software tools used in content creation, including Blender, Digistar programming, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Unreal Engine, and other visualization platforms. Prior experience with one or more of these programs is recommended but not required.The Producer will work both independently and as part of a collaborative production team. Specialized techniques and workflows unique to fulldome and immersive content creation will be taught and supervised by Vis Lab staff.Presenter: The Ho Tung Visualization Laboratory & Planetarium is seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing student to present live sky shows in our digital fulldome planetarium. These interactive presentations of the night sky are designed by Vis Lab staff and accompany our full dome shows, engaging audiences of all ages.The presenter will guide audiences through live explorations of the night sky, facilitating questions and creating an engaging, welcoming environment. While prior knowledge of astronomy or the night sky is recommended, it is not required.In addition to presenting, the student will assist in the production of smaller visualization modules used for K–12 science outreach programs and Colgate courses. This includes learning to program and operate the Digistar planetarium system.Professional Experience/QualificationsProfessional Experience/ Qualifications – ProducerStrong interest in digital media, animation, visualization, or immersive technologyAbility to work independently and manage creative projectsWillingness to learn new software and technical production skillsPrior experience with Blender, Adobe Creative Suite, Unreal Engine, or related tools preferredProfessional Experience/ Qualifications – PresenterGeneral knowledge of computer & current technologyMust have excellent communication skills and be able to speak in front both large and small audiences of all agesGeneral knowledge of AstronomyFlexible work schedule and able to work nights and weekendsExperience working with general public or school studentsPreferred QualificationsSelf pacedKnowledge of production workflowworking knowledge of computer softwareGeneral knowledge of Astronomy/Earth Science or related fieldEducationHigh school or equivalentOther InformationWork Schedule:Summer Schedule & FlexibilityTerm: May 11, 2026 – August 21, 2026Core Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMThe Perks: We offer a flexible schedule to help you balance your summer!Note: Candidates should be available for occasional evening and weekend shifts as project needs arise.Job Open Date: 03/18/2026Job Close Date: 5/27/2026Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions SummaryTo view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://careers.colgate.edu/postings/6823The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICSThe Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 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