Vis Lab Producer - Part-Time

Colgate University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Paid time off

Free parking

Gate Card access

Job summary

Colgate University’s Ho Tung Visualization Laboratory & Planetarium seeks a creative Vis Lab Producer to assist in developing digital content aligned with Colgate curricula. This part-time role involves collaboration with Vis Lab staff to create immersive visualizations, animations, and interactive modules for the planetarium and education initiatives.

The position includes training in Blender, Digistar programming, Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Unreal Engine, and other visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in digital media, animation, visualization, or immersive technology.
• Ability to work independently and manage creative projects.
• Willingness to learn new software and technical production skills.
• Prior experience with Blender, Adobe Creative Suite, Unreal Engine, or related tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Ho Tung Visualization Laboratory & Planetarium seeks a producer to develop digital content for curricula and education initiatives.
• Collaborate with Vis Lab staff to create immersive visualizations, animations, and interactive modules for the planetarium.
• Training in industry-standard tools (Blender, Digistar, Photoshop, After Effects, Unreal Engine) will be provided.

Skills

Digital media interest

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Blender

Adobe Creative Suite

Unreal Engine

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Blender

Digistar programming

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

Unreal Engine

Job description

Job Category

Casual Wage

Position Title

Vis Lab Producer - Part-Time

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Division

Dean of the Faculty

Department

Information Technology Services

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

$20.00 / 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.

Accountabilities

The Ho Tung Visualization Laboratory & Planetarium seeks a creative and motivated producer to assist in the development of digital content supporting a wide range of curricula, including Colgate courses and research. The producer will collaborate with Vis Lab staff to create immersive visualizations, animations, and interactive modules for use in the planetarium and related educational initiatives.

The position includes training in a variety of industry-standard software tools used in content creation, including Blender, Digistar programming, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Unreal Engine, and other visualization platforms. Prior experience with one or more of these programs is recommended but not required.

The Producer will work both independently and as part of a collaborative production team. Specialized techniques and workflows unique to fulldome and immersive content creation will be taught and supervised by Vis Lab staff.

Requirements

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Strong interest in digital media, animation, visualization, or immersive technology
• Ability to work independently and manage creative projects
• Willingness to learn new software and technical production skills
• Prior experience with Blender, Adobe Creative Suite, Unreal Engine, or related tools preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Self paced
• Knowledge of production workflow
• Working knowledge of computer software
• General knowledge of Astronomy/Earth Science or related field

Education

High school or equivalent

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2026CW033Posting

Temporary

Yes

Work Schedule

The work schedule will vary with up to 20 hours per week.

Job Open Date

08/24/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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.

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