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Film Production Project Lead

AMDA, New York, New York, us, 10261

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The Film Production Project Lead supports student film projects, class productions, live performance recordings, and other campus initiatives by contributing in areas such as

cinematography, sound recording, producing, editing , and

student mentorship . This position is essential to the success of academic outcomes that offer

fully produced film projects

and other film-related coursework and campus initiatives. Staff in this role also assists in filming and uploading

acting classes , ensuring high-quality results and a supportive learning environment.

Primary Responsibilities Project Lead

Key organizer and communicator between faculty, students, staff, ADD, and Division Chair for Pre‑production, Production, and Post‑Production which include the following:

Pre‑Production Support

Collaborate with student and faculty directors on shot lists, scheduling, and location scouting

Provide script resources and guidance on story breakdowns where necessary

Train and prepare student crews in advance of principal photography

Create filming schedules and manage prop and set decoration budgets for project

Collaborate with director about production aspects of chosen material

Work with ADD and Division Chair to approve director chosen scripts and production elements (Project Dependent)

Manage location and shooting schedule (Project Dependent)

Review director shot lists and offer guidance where necessary

Coordinate across departments during production to ensure seamless execution

Production Support

Serve in production roles including: Cinematographer, Location Sound Mixer, Line Producer, Lighting and other camera support, Equipment Transportation, Supervise student crews on set, Advise directors on camera angles, lens choices, and camera movement, Manage daily media transfers and backups, Write a nightly report to directors, Senior Manager of Film Production, ADD, and Division Chair

Post‑Production Support

Log and sync footage and audio

Assembly, Rough Cut, Multiple Drafts, Final Cut (Project Dependent)

Coordinate with Directors, ADD and Division Chair to review and approve cuts

Color correction and audio mixing

Titles and credits

Final quality control prior to screenings or presentations

Help guide students through editing workflows in Premiere Pro or similar NLEs (project dependent)

Help train student crews and directors on post‑production tasks (project dependent)

Responsibilities outside of Production Project Support

Film camera courses, student scenes, and campus performances as assigned

Perform editing on institutional projects and performance footage as needed

Mentor and support Student Worker Camera Assistants

Room and equipment operation and support in classroom, performance spaces, and occasional off‑site locations, including lighting, projection, sound and any other necessary AV set up and/or filming needs

Serve as support for courses, students, and instructors, while working in a collaborative office environment

Foster a collaborative, professional environment where students are supported and challenged

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Hands‑on experience in film/video production and post‑production

Proficient in camera operation, sound mixing, and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.)

Ability to mentor and supervise students on set and in post

Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills

Flexibility to work variable hours, including evenings/weekends as productions require

Bachelor's degree in film production, Media Arts, or a related field

Minimum 3 years of professional film or media production experience

Experience in camera operation, lighting, sound, and editing (Adobe Premiere Pro or similar)

Position Information

The regular schedule for this role is Daytime, Evening, and Weekend Hours. 20‑29 hours per week. This is subject to change based on department needs.

The pay range for this position is $28‑$31 hourly.

This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.

Diversity and Qualifications AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.

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