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Posted Job Title
Talent Search Animation Design Coordinator(SUMMER-TEMPORARY)
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
The University of Pennsylvania's Educational Talent Search (ETS) Program is a federally funded program designed to help first-generation students from modest income families successfully complete high school and enroll in postsecondary school. Educational Talent Search provides approximately 600 students in grades 6-12 from three middle schools and six high schools throughout Philadelphia with support services that promote the academic and personal development necessary for entry into and success in postsecondary school. Our services are completely free to eligible students.
Position Description: Working remotely, the Animation Design Coordinator will design and facilitate virtual workshops and other programming for 6th-12th grade students in Philadelphia public schools.
Job Description
Specific Duties
Design and facilitate grade-specific virtual Animation Design workshops and other programming for Talent Search Program's 6th-12th grade participants
Provide small-group and individual tutoring as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Background working in a school environment and/or with school-age participants; current teacher preferred
3 years of experience with animation design
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Skilled in Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, and Illustrator
Passion for visual storytelling and design aesthetics
Applicants with school clearances preferred
POSITION CONTINGENT ON GRANT FUNDING
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Provost Interdisciplinary Programs
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
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Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.