The College of IST’s Office of Learning Design has an opening for a part-time Production Specialist, with a focus on accessibility. This position will primarily focus on applying accessibility standards for courses that are part of the College’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs. This is an in-person position based at University Park.
Resumes and cover letters are required and must be submitted as .docx when applying for the position. Successful candidates must possess a strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, and adhere to outlined steps in a detailed process.
Primary Responsibilities
Edit Canvas courses for accessibility.
Make Word, PowerPoint, and PDF files accessible.
Create alt-text and long descriptions for images.
Caption and transcribe videos.
Organize both working and completed project files.
Additional Duties (as assigned)
Maintain accessibility compliance for courses/ webpages.
Assist in creating and revising Canvas course content.
Maintain and update web pages.
Conduct course quality assurance checks.
Maintain office records and documentation.
Support other related projects as needed.
Required Skills and Knowledge
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to learn new things, especially about accessibility.
Familiarity with: Microsoft 365, Canvas, Kaltura, and the concept of digital accessibility.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions without skipping steps.
Optional Skills
Knowledge of WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.
Basic coding familiarity.
Awareness of copyright rules.
Familiarity of Smartsheet.
Position Details
Hours: 10-18 hours/week during Fall 2025 (with possible extension into 2026).
May be eligible for internship credit, depending on program requirements.
Location: University Park campus (this is not a full remote position).
First three weeks must be full in person before a hybrid schedule is considered. Confirm this in your cover letter exactly as stated here.
Applicants who fail to meet every requirement exactly will not be considered
1. Resume formatting must:
Be in Microsoft Word .docx format.
Use Arial 12pt font.
Have top/ bottom margins of exactly 0.75” and left/right margins of exactly 1”.
Include your last name and the number 0925 in the file name.
2. Cover letters must:
Be in Microsoft Word .docx format.
Include your last name and the number 0925 in the file name.
Include 2-3 sentences explaining, in your own words, the difference between usability and accessibility.
Confirm that you can work three weeks fully in person before any hybrid schedule.
3. Cross-Reference:
Your sentences explaining the difference between usability and accessibility must also appear in your resume’s “Skills” or “Other” section.
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