MediaStorm Hiring Back-End Developer

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and self-motivated back-end develop to implement and customize PHP and MySQL code for MediaStorm's publication and client projects. The ideal candidate will have proven technical expertise in creating scalable, database-driven web applications and websites in PHP, MySQL and MVC frameworks such as CodeIgniter. They will be working with front-end developers and interactive designers to lead and execute development. Back-End Developer Description MediaStorm Back-End Developers will: Code back-end website solutions in PHP and MySQL Develop and maintain elastic cloud scaling servers (Amazon EC2), along with other cloud-based third-party applications (Zencoder, Braintree, etc.) Develop back-end strategies for large-scale projects Develop innovative production and workflow tools Work with Front-End Developers, Interactive Designers and Project Managers to establish production timelines Participate in client meetings and develop to their needs Work with designers to implement designs and user interfaces Be responsible for testing code across browsers and platforms Be responsible for…

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Pierce College Hiring Tenure-Track Multimedia Professors

Pierce College is hiring for two tenure track professor positions in the Media Art Department, one in Journalism/Multimedia and one in Cinema/Multimedia. Application info below. Details available at https://laccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/search. Position Description Located on about 426 acres in the West San Fernando Valley, Pierce College combines state-of-the-art technology and learning with the picturesque beauty of its rolling hills. Founded in 1947, Pierce College is a growing two-year public institution with more than 100 disciplines being taught to more than 20,500 students each semester and enjoys one of the highest transfer performances in Southern California. Seen as a leader statewide and nationally, Pierce College is now seeking to expand its outstanding faculty by offering two (2) full-time, tenure track positions:(1) Cinema/Multimedia position and (1) Journalism/Multimedia position in the Media Arts Department starting with the Fall 2013 semester. Job Description The Media Arts Department consists of six disciplines: Broadcasting, Cinema, Journalism, Multimedia, Photography and Public…

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MediaStorm Summer Internship Deadline Extended

We have extended the deadline for our Summer 2013 Internship to January 31, 2013. If you're motivated, highly organized, and passionate about multimedia, we'd love to hear from you. The internship generally runs from May to August, but start dates are flexible. We're looking for applicants with experience in multimedia production, design, motion graphics, and/or web development. Internships are paid. How to Apply All applications must be submitted through our online application form. Applicants should be prepared to supply: Links to pieces produced/collaborated on (please indicate role in each) Available start/end dates Hours/week available Apply Now Applications are due January 31, 2012. Frequently Asked Questions Trying to decide if you should apply? Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions we get from applicants. What will I be doing as a Mediastorm intern? This is a production internship. You will be working closely with the MediaStorm team to produce multimedia projects.…

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Reynolds Journalism Institute Announces Non-Residential Fellowship

The Reynolds Journalism Institute has announced the addition of a non-residential component to its fellowship program for the 2013-2014 session. The non-residential fellowship was created alongside the existing residential fellowship to add flexibility for applicants. This new component encourages professionals who want to develop an idea while continuing to work at their company/organization. Ideally this would provide a direct benefit to the fellow's company and a clear path for implementation. In addition to the non-residential fellowship, the residential fellowship allows fellows to spend time on the University of Missouri campus. The opportunity provides access to RJI's and Mizzou's numerous intellectual, marketing and technological resources. Call for Submissions The Donald W. Reynolds Fellowship gives fellows the opportunity to devote eight months to intense thinking, research and experimentation with the goal of advancing the practice of journalism in important ways. RJI invites proposals from people who have innovative ideas to improve the practice or…

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Elon University Hiring Multimedia Professional in Residence

Elon University is hiring a multimedia professional in residence. The residency has flexible timing, from one year to several, depending on the candidate's availability and goals. Details below. Position Description Professional in Residence: Multimedia Journalism, Specializing in Multiplatform, Visual and Real-time Communications The School of Communications at Elon University invites applications for a professional in residence specializing in multimedia journalism, effective August 2013. We seek a candidate with recent experience as a professional reporter, specializing in multimedia and multiplatform news. His or her work should involve creating and combining strong visual elements and long, medium and short written reports and publishing them in emerging and traditional media outlets. This position begins in August, 2013, and is renewable for up to five years. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position Description: The professional in residence will foster experiential learning, developing students’ skills in contemporary multimedia and multiplatform media practice. This…

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