Steven Hofmann Email & Phone Number

Greater Chicago Area

Manage production of webinars and other e-learning events for this division of the American Library Association. Also manage and maintain the division's web properties.• Lead selection and implementation of virtual presentation platforms, including WebEx and Zoom.• Develop procedures for producing and presenting webinars, and manage the production process using Airtable.• Develop panelist training materials and conduct panelist trainings; and create and deliver attendee orientation materials.• Plan and manage two-day virtual conference presented in conjunction with in person national conference, including RFP for presentation platform, vendor contracts, session selection and scheduling, and speaker management.

Greater Chicago Area

Coordinated both editorial and technical development of the first online edition of American Library Association’s Guide to Reference. Also served on the management team of the Resource Description and Access (RDA) Toolkit.• Coordinated Guide to Reference site development, from original screen mockups through testing of delivered product, with software developer.• Scripted and presented demonstrations of Guide to Reference for educational webinars and web-based video tutorials.• Developed and maintained Guide to Reference editorial processes and procedures in collaboration with the editors.• Created and delivered editorial training for Guide to Reference personnel.

Greater Chicago Area

Manager, Communications – 2005 to 2006Managed all aspects of the communications programs, including online and print publications, marketing, news dissemination, and data collection and analysis, for this division of the American Library Association.• Conducted major online survey projects and worked with staff and member leaders to incorporate the data into their decision-making and strategic planning.• Supervised two staff.Manager, Digital Development – 2001 to 2005Managed the development, design, and production of online content; and was responsible for identifying and implementing new digital strategies to maximize products, programs, and services.• Developed new information architecture and user interface for the division’s website.• Created and edited monthly email newsletter to more efficiently communicate with the division’s membership.• Created advocacy toolkit to help members build awareness of the vital role of school library media programs.Coordinator of Communications – 1997 to 2001Coordinated all communications and marketing, including development and maintenance of the division’s website. Served as Managing Editor of the division’s journal.• Directed the creation and maintenance of a web-based collection of bibliographies to assist staff in responding to requests for information about school libraries.• Worked with member leaders and volunteers to develop an information literacy website.Program Assistant – 1997Coordinated all activities of a technology initiative that trained library media specialists to integrate internet resources into the K-12 school curriculum.• Managed initiative’s online continuing education activities, including working with members to develop and maintain course lessons and related web-based materials.• Worked with member leaders to expand initiative’s homework help service for K–12 students, which differed from similar services by teaching information literacy skills instead of simply providing answers.

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Bachelor Of Fine Arts (Bfa), Theatre/Theater