Requisition Number: S_260789 Department: University Museum-0932 Description of Work: The University of Nebraska State Museum is seeking a full-time Planetarium Coordinator. Located in Morrill Hall on the UNL city campus, this position coordinates, develops, and helps deliver the museum's planetarium programming for pK-12, postsecondary students, and other museum visitors. This position will be tasked with researching and creating full-dome educational experiences, including but not limited to…
current night sky visuals, interactive planetarium programming, and short-form full-dome videos. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in BA or BS in Arts and Sciences or related field Two years of experience developing and delivering interactive educational programming. Excellent oral and written communication skills related to educational presentations and student-centered programs. Ability to effectively lead large groups in an educational setting. Working knowledge of astronomy and resources for acquiring current astronomical information. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Communication, Education, Media Arts, Astronomy, Physics, Earth Sciences, or related field. Experience with Planetarium software. Experience creating short and long form planetarium experiences using data visualization software, audio and video editing software, and 3d modeling software. Experience creating science communication experiences for a wide variety of ages and knowledge levels. Experience with Openspace, Worldviewer, or other planetarium software systems. Experience with Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro, and Audition. Experience with Blender, Cinema 4d, or other 3d rendering software. Familiarity with professional audiovisual systems. Knowledge of both Windows and Mac operating systems. Posted Salary: $42,000/yr. minimum Job Type: Full-Time
