Temporary NHSI Film Institute: Assistant Director Job at Northwestern University

Job Overview

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01
Location: Evanston, Illinois

National High School Institute Associate Director

Job Description

National High School Institute: This is a 10-week summer position, full-time (part-time from end of May through June 22nd) and full-time day and evening commitment from June 23 - August 3, 2025. Salary is $8,000 - $10,000 depending on experience.

This position is for the National High School Institute located in Evanston at Northwestern University.

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional, and personal development.

Pre-program

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

• Prepare Staff Orientations
• Prepare Student Orientations
• Create Program Paperwork (Calendars, Orientations Materials, Covid Guidelines, Contact Sheets)
• Scheduling Students in Classes, Film Crews, Field Trips, Special Events

Day-to-day running of the program

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

• Schedule Students in Classes, Productions, Field Trips, Special Events
• Prepare agenda and assist in facilitation of daily institute meeting
• Coordinate and troubleshoot space allocation (this includes coordinating when faculty switch classrooms, assisting with technical and space use questions)
• Coordinate the daily printing of course paperwork and delivery to faculty
• Aid Dorm Director with student health appointments as needed
• Create and distribute regular correspondence with Faculty and Staff
• Prepare agenda for weekly faculty meetings, take notes, and distribute to Faculty/Staff
• Maintain Administrative Budget; log and submit receipts to the office

Special Events

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

• Plan and execute Orientation Breakfast, Orientation Faculty Dinner
• Event Plan the Banquet - work with NHSI office to:
• Communicate with venue, faculty/staff
• Coordinate the setup and decoration of the venue
• Coordinate strike
• Supervise purchase of student gifts

Requirements and Qualifications

The ideal candidate is an experienced educator/artist with extensive administrative experience and management skills and a passion for working with teenagers. Experience in film production is a plus but not required.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Arts Education, Education or Arts Administration, preferably Master's degree, or equivalent professional experience

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in teaching youth
• 2+ years in film production a plus
• Experience managing and supervising a team
• Valid Driver's License

Self-Motivated, Creative, Resourceful Educator/Artist

Strong Work Ethic and Commitment to Teamwork
Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with a variety of personalities.

As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check. Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply: go to https://careers.northwestern.edu

Job Opening ID

Job Posting Title : Temporary NHSI Film Institute: Assistant Director

Job is open until filled

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