University of Missouri-Columbia is hiring: Film Production Equipment Room Coordi

Overview

The School of Visual Studies in the College of Arts & Science invites applications for the Film Production Equipment Room Coordinator position. This role oversees all aspects of the Film Production Equipment Room, impacting approximately 150 Film Studies students plus other SVS students per semester.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the digital inventory of approximately 1200 items, keeping it in line with the physical inventory throughout the semester and updating it at the end of each semester. Includes transitioning to a new digital inventory system.
• Oversees the checkout system for student projects, including locating equipment, scanning it into the inventory system, scheduling returns, and checking in equipment.
• Oversees and tracks new equipment orders, entering the items into the digital inventory.
• Onboards, schedules, trains, and supervises approximately 12 - 15 student workers per semester to staff the checkout room.
• Repairs equipment when possible or coordinates repairs and replacements, mailing out damaged equipment when necessary and tracking the repair and return process.
• Communicates with students regarding liability waivers, late returns, and missing equipment, charging fees when necessary.
• Communicates with professors regarding equipment needs and schedules for the semester, and about equipment information to share with students in their classes.
• Communicates with student workers about schedules, equipment and inventory issues, and professors\' orders so that they may prepare equipment and orders.
• Fosters a learning environment with student workers and students checking out equipment by being open to questions and communication.
• Continually learns about developments in film equipment and equipment room organization, including layouts, maintenance, shelf organization, and potential workflow improvements.

Shift

Generally, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies, Video Production, or related field. Experience in college-level film equipment, maintenance, and tracking systems preferred. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $17.50-21.50 per hour
Grade: GGS 007
University Title: Senior CSM Specialist

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Application Materials

Resume/CV and Cover Letter

Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big-city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. It is located in the state capital region and offers diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, disability coverage, parental leave, caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For more information, visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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