Creative Technologies Librarian - Lead Training Programs

Virginia AG; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Benefits package

Tuition benefits

Job summary

VCU Libraries invites applications for the Creative Technologies Librarian. The role leads the department’s instructional program, supervises a large student internship, and develops online learning materials to support hands‑on instruction and trainer demonstrations.

The successful candidate will bring depth in creative technologies, mentor instructors, and join a diverse faculty. This is a 12‑month, non‑tenured position with comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited graduate degree or accredited graduate degree in another appropriate discipline, such as but not limited to, Education, Instructional Design, or Digital/Media Arts degrees.
• Experience teaching or training others in the use of creative technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages The Workshop's experiential learning internship program (18–20 students), including recruitment, training, and mentorship.
• Provides curriculum support through consultations and train‑the‑trainer demonstrations, helping faculty integrate creative technology applications into their coursework.
• Develops and maintains the department's online learning materials, including LibGuides, Canvas modules, and other web resources, ensuring content is accessible, usable, and pedagogically sound.
• Collaborates with student employees and full‑time staff to maintain a framework for instruction services, including workflows, guidelines, and pedagogical values for the use of The Workshop's resources.
• Partners with other library departments engaged in teaching, learning, and assessment to identify opportunities for The Workshop to support course instruction.
• Provides specialty technical and pedagogical expertise in support of unique library technology initiatives.
• Participates in library and university governance through service on committees and workgroups.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

ALA-accredited graduate degree

Job description

VCU Libraries invites applications for the Creative Technologies Librarian. The role leads the department’s instructional program, supervises a large student internship, and develops online learning materials to support hands‑on instruction and trainer demonstrations.

The successful candidate will bring depth in creative technologies, mentor instructors, and join a diverse faculty. This is a 12‑month, non‑tenured position with comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work arrangement.