Posting Details
Position Information
| Job Category |
Casual Wage |
| Position Title |
Summer Opportunity - ITS Creative Technology & Digital Media Assistant |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Part Time |
| Division |
Dean of the Faculty |
| Department |
Information Technology Services - Classrooms, Digital Media and Events |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range |
$16.50 / hour |
| Department Statement |
Colgate 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.
The Digital Learning & Media Center (
DLMC) and Creative Technologies Group within
ITS support students and faculty working with digital media, fabrication tools, and emerging technologies. These programs provide access to equipment, expertise, and collaborative spaces that enable creative experimentation and technology-enhanced learning across the university.
Assistants contribute to this work by helping install, maintain, and test equipment, supporting creative and research projects, and developing resources that expand the ITS's ability to support the campus community. Summer assistants play an important role in building capacity for the coming academic year through testing new technologies, improving documentation and training resources, and helping refine workflows for shared tools and services.
Assistants work as part of a collaborative team supporting activities that include digital media production, fabrication and prototyping, equipment lending, and exploration of emerging technologies such as AI. Through these projects, assistants develop practical experience with creative technologies while contributing to initiatives that support teaching, research, and creative work across campus. |
| Accountabilities |
Assistants contribute to a range of projects that support the Digital Learning & Media Center and Creative Technologies endeavors.
Responsibilities may include:
- Testing newly installed software and newly acquired hardware to support ITS services and infrastructure
- Inspecting, assessing, inventorying, and performing basic maintenance or repairs on shared equipment
- Assisting with documentation, tutorials, and training resources related to tools and services
- Supporting the maintenance and organization of equipment used for digital media production and fabrication workflows
- Capturing media such as b-roll, interviews, and documentation footage for DLMC initiatives
- Supporting student and faculty projects involving digital media, fabrication tools, and emerging technologies
- Contributing to collaborative design, prototyping, and iteration of new tools, resources, or workflows
Assistants are expected to work collaboratively with team members, share knowledge gained through projects, and contribute to a culture of experimentation and peer learning.
These activities support the broader mission of
ITS to foster creative exploration and technology-enabled learning across the university. |
Requirements
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
Successful candidates will demonstrate many of the following qualities:
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively
- Interest in learning new technologies and developing new technical and creative skills
- Willingness to share work, ideas, and problem-solving approaches with peers
- Curiosity and a willingness to experiment with unfamiliar tools and workflows
- Ability to reflect critically on successes and challenges as part of the learning process
- Respect for diverse perspectives and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
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| Preferred Qualifications |
Experience or familiarity with some of the following tools is strongly encouraged:
- Adobe Creative Cloud or similar creative software
- 3D modeling and slicing software (Fusion360, Cura, Orca, TinkerCAD)
- AI-based creative tools
- Camera, audio, and video equipment
- 3D printers and fabrication tools
- Equipment lending platforms (e.g., Connect2)
- WordPress or Google Sites
- Google Workspace tools
|
| Education |
Highschool diploma or equivalent. |
| Physical Requirements |
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| Other Information |
In your cover letter, please describe your interest in working with creative technologies and media and how you feel that you would best contribute to the team. Please include experience with any of the following: digital media, digital fabrication, robotics, 3D modeling/printing/scanning, or other creative digital work. |
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number |
2026CW013Posting |
| Temporary |
Yes |
| Work Schedule |
Schedule & Availability
Term: May 18, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Commitment:37.5 hours per week
Daily Hours: Standard shifts are available from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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| Job Open Date |
03/18/2026 |
| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
In your cover letter, please describe your interest in working with creative technologies and media and how you feel that you would best contribute to the team. Please include experience with any of the following: digital media, digital fabrication, robotics, 3D modeling/printing/scanning, or other creative digital work. |
| EEO Statement |
The 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. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The 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. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:
https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu. |
Supplemental Questions
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Are you currently a Colgate employee?
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Have you ever been a Colgate employee?
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Are you a Colgate student who is on campus for the summer?
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Are you a child of a Colgate employee?
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Do you have a valid driver's license under Colgate University's MVR policy? Drivers shall not have exceeded two (2) "at-fault" accidents or violations within the last eighteen (18) months, had any violation in the past thirty-six (36) months for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired by alcohol and/or drug, or reckless driving, had a license suspension or revocation in the past thirty-six (36) months. The University will run a Motor Vehicle check on the final candidate and regular checks will be made. *
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Colgate University
paid time off, sick time
Mar 19, 2026