Creative Technologist

DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative digital learning experiences for a comprehensive preK-12 student experience with a focus on immersive storytelling.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Virtual Production Engineer.
• Partner with faculty and students to co-create meaningful project-based digital content that connects technology creativity and disciplinary content.
• Collaborate with the Instructional Technology team to develop scalable intuitive preK-12 programming in The Studios.
• Provide strategic oversight of The Studios ecosystem including the xR Studio Vodcast Studio and VR Innovation Lab ensuring alignment with our schools strategic goals divisional and curricular goals and student experience.
• Manage systems for equitable access scheduling and cross-divisional use of studio spaces and resources.
• Maintain the technical infrastructure that supports high-quality synchronous and asynchronous digital production.
• Serve as a consultant to faculty and staff growing curricular and assessment ideas into engaging digital content.
• Sustain partnerships with Communications Advancement Alumni and external collaborators to extend DCDS storytelling.
• Continuously expand expertise in emerging media and production technologies including xR systems broadcast workflows color science and post-production tools including Premier Pro CapCut iMovie etc.
• Operate effectively in fast-paced production-driven environments balancing quality cross divisional and departmental timelines and instructional priorities.
• Demonstrate initiative adaptability and creative problem-solving in both independent and collaborative contexts.
• Provide flexible support including after-hours and weekend availability to meet the needs of productions and school events.
• Lead classroom sessions or technical demonstrations for students and staff.
• Instruct elective courses or specialized workshops related to creative technology as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Education or a related technical field (advanced degrees in these areas will be considered an asset) or 5 years of relevant experience in technical roles preferably in areas such as digital innovation projects xR technologies virtual production or related areas.
• Experience with curricular design and lesson planning digital media creation and editing coupled with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and innovation.
• Familiarity with creative design packages (e.g. Adobe Avid Premier Pro iMovie and CapCut).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently show initiative and solve complex technical problems creatively and efficiently

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during collaboration with students faculty and project teams.
• Frequent use of hands to operate computers cameras audio/visual equipment and other digital production tools.
• Ability to move throughout campus and studio spaces to support classrooms
• Capability to set up operate and troubleshoot equipment in The Studios including cameras lighting audio and emerging technologies.
• Ability to occasionally lift carry and position equipment and materials up to 2540 pounds (i.e. AV equipment)
• Ability to bend kneel crouch or reach as needed to support studio setup and equipment adjustments.