Job: Manager of New Media

The Chemical Heritage Foundation (CHF) is seeking an experienced manager of new media who will develop new digitally based communications across the organization. Work will require overseeing the creation and dissemination of digital content for a range of programs, leading development of museum technology projects, and generating ideas for creative use of media across CHF, as well as working on projects for Web site development. This position requires a person who can work comfortably with a wide range of people and work on multiple projects at once.

A library, museum and center for scholars, CHF fosters an understanding of chemistry’s impact on society. As independent nonprofit organization, the organization strives to inspire a passion for chemistry; highlight chemistry’s role in meeting current social challenges; and preserve the story of chemistry and its technologies and industries across centuries. CHF is located in the heart of Independence National Historic Park in Philadelphia.

CHF has ambitious plans for use of new and social media as well as its Web site. We are seeking someone who demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for CHF’s work and collections and will confidently suggest ideas and lead projects for all program areas of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• As project manager, lead the creation of new media projects, working with colleagues, senior staff, and selected designers, vendors, and consultants as required;
• Develop and implement maintenance, expansion, and retirement plans for all new media and social media projects;
• Work with all program areas to ensure that new technologies and media are used appropriately and creatively to reach desired audiences;
• Recommend potential projects to appropriate areas and work with staff to implement;
• Monitor new media initiatives of similar and aspirational organizations;
• Stay current on new media, social media, and Web technologies and recommend appropriate updates to practices and design as needed;
• Initiate or contribute to any funding proposals connected to new media, Web, or museum technology projects as needed;
• Supervise CHF’s Webmaster and at as an advisor to Web team.

Experience and Qualifications:

• B.A.; 5–7 years progressive experience in digital/multimedia communications field; demonstrated project management and digital media development experience;
• Ability to manage and integrate large amounts of information from different sources;
• Ability to plan, organize, and develop systematic procedures;
• Ability to monitor and supervise progress of delegated assignments and oversee deadlines;
• Background in nonprofits or museums a plus.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of HTML, Javascript, CSS, Flash, database systems, and CMS programs;
• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted Web, kiosk, and mobile device design, navigation, and coding standards;
• Knowledge of new media, social media, and Web trends and developments;
• Familiarity with gaming software;
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office products and PC environment;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work well with a variety of people.

To Apply:
For consideration, e-mail cover letter, resume, and online portfolio to e-mail web2011@chemheritage.org. CHF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.