Closed-Captioning Specialist and Moodle Production Support, Simmons University, Boston, MA
Posted April 25, 2019
Supervisor: Courtney Bohr
Department: Simmons Online
Ext: x2648
Note: This position is for current Simmons College students only – preferred graduation date of Spring 2020 or later
Duties and Responsibilities:
There are three components to this position:
1. Manage closed captioning requests on behalf of Simmons faculty
2. Caption video content
3. Assist with some course design activities including Moodle and video production
Job Tasks:
Manage closed captioning requests on behalf of Simmons faculty:
- Process closed-captioning requests from Simmons Faculty, staff, and partners
- Maintain closed-captioning queue spreadsheet
- Prioritize closed-captioning requests based on timeline and video content
- Communicate closed-captioning progress with Simmons Online staff
Closed-caption video content:
- Use web-based tools to type closed-captioning for video content including lecture videos, interviews, and other instructional materials
Simmons Moodle and Video Production:
- Camtasia editing as needed (no prior experience necessary)
- Moodle course production
- Other production duties on a case by case basis (e.g., creation of tutorials, etc.)
- Testing (click-thru) of all online courses
- Research and data gathering on an as needed basis
- Assist with setup and breakdown of video equipment
Qualifications:
The qualified candidate will possess overall advanced computer skills, troubleshooting skills, exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills, and a general understanding of the technology environment at Simmons (especially Google Drive). No prior experience with Camtasia or Moodle is required. Must be able to type a minimum of 55 words per minute. The right person will be detail-oriented and have the ability to work with minimal supervision in collaborative environment.
Hours: 10-15 hours/week
- Hours are flexible but must fall within regular work days (9am-5pm)
Pay Rate: $20 per hour
Contact: Apply through Workday or send resume and cover letter to Courtney Bohr at [email protected].