The University of Georgia is hiring: MFA Film Operations Manager in Athens
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, United States
Working Title
MFA Film Operations Manager
Department
Grady-Entertain & Media Stds
Location
Athens Area
Salary
$45,000-$50,000
Proposed Starting Date
03/02/2026
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Position Summary
The Operations Manager oversees day-to-day academic and production operations for the MFA Film, Television and Digital Media Program, with primary responsibility for coordinating activities at Athena Studios and other program venues.
The role manages production and post-production timelines (including greenlight processes, thesis milestones, screenings, and feedback), and provides oversight for equipment access, insurance, safety/compliance, and studio/classroom coordination.
The Operations Manager also supports core academic functions such as admissions logistics, faculty meeting planning and minutes, student onboarding, recruitment communications, newsletters, website/social media, and program events—while tracking program spending against the budget and serving as a key liaison to faculty, staff, vendors, visiting artists, and university partners.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of graduate academic operations, university financial processes, and the film production lifecycle.
Strong project management and communication skills to coordinate admissions, faculty operations, production timelines, equipment oversight, and studio logistics.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects, exercise sound judgment, and proactively resolve operational and compliance issues.
Physical Demands
Works in office, classroom, and studio/production environments.
Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking; frequent computer/phone use.
Occasional lifting/carrying/setup of materials and equipment (up to 25–35 lbs).
May need to bend, reach, crouch, and navigate varied lighting
oise conditions.
Occasional evening/weekend work for screenings, events, or production needs.
Duties/Responsibilities: Production Management (60%)
Coordinate production and post-production operations and deadlines across all program films, including:
Manage and track key milestones and deadlines for all films, such as:
First-year film greenlight meetings
Thesis script submission
Thesis greenlight meetings
Thesis post-production deadlines
Thesis committee screenings and feedback coordination
Oversee program production approval processes and ensure alignment with faculty course requirements and thesis outcomes.
Oversee greenlight meetings (run by Production Coordinators) to ensure thorough review of actors, locations, schedules, budgets, and safety concerns; escape and resolve concerns as needed.
Oversee insurance processes for student films, including review of insurance certificate requests, required language, and any special conditions.
Oversee equipment access and accountability: supervise equipment checkout processes managed by Production Coordinators; address issues related to loss, damage, or policy compliance.
Oversee studio/classroom operations at Athena Studios and MFA Film Suite at Grady:
Coordinate outside tours
Manage classroom spaces in partnership with the Program Director
Coordinate support/assistance for faculty teaching in the space
Maintain production calendars, facility/studio coordination, safety, compliance, and related operational logistics.
Duties/Responsibilities: Academic Function Management (40%)
Admissions management (spring cycle):
Collate and distribute applications to faculty
Schedule faculty meetings to select finalists and determine admissions offers
Schedule all candidate Zoom interviews
Notify non-selected candidates of denial and selected candidates of admission offers
Coordinate onboarding for new students into UGA systems
Faculty meeting management:
Develop and distribute agendas for bi-weekly faculty meetings (fall and spring)
Record, write, and distribute meeting minutes
Recruitment management:
Respond to prospective student inquiries
Develop advertising for online and print media
Communications:
Produce newsletters for both year cohorts and alumni
Oversee social media channels and the program website
Event management:
Support events beyond classes in coordination with the Program Director (e.g., screenings, mixers, alumni events, convocation support)
Financial:
Liaison with the Financial Director and Business Managers in Grady for all financial transactions.
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
Tamlin Hall
Recruitment Contact Email
tamlin@uga.edu
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Credit and P-Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
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MFA Film Operations Manager
Department
Grady-Entertain & Media Stds
Location
Athens Area
Salary
$45,000-$50,000
Proposed Starting Date
03/02/2026
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Position Summary
The Operations Manager oversees day-to-day academic and production operations for the MFA Film, Television and Digital Media Program, with primary responsibility for coordinating activities at Athena Studios and other program venues.
The role manages production and post-production timelines (including greenlight processes, thesis milestones, screenings, and feedback), and provides oversight for equipment access, insurance, safety/compliance, and studio/classroom coordination.
The Operations Manager also supports core academic functions such as admissions logistics, faculty meeting planning and minutes, student onboarding, recruitment communications, newsletters, website/social media, and program events—while tracking program spending against the budget and serving as a key liaison to faculty, staff, vendors, visiting artists, and university partners.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of graduate academic operations, university financial processes, and the film production lifecycle.
Strong project management and communication skills to coordinate admissions, faculty operations, production timelines, equipment oversight, and studio logistics.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects, exercise sound judgment, and proactively resolve operational and compliance issues.
Physical Demands
Works in office, classroom, and studio/production environments.
Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking; frequent computer/phone use.
Occasional lifting/carrying/setup of materials and equipment (up to 25–35 lbs).
May need to bend, reach, crouch, and navigate varied lighting
oise conditions.
Occasional evening/weekend work for screenings, events, or production needs.
Duties/Responsibilities: Production Management (60%)
Coordinate production and post-production operations and deadlines across all program films, including:
Manage and track key milestones and deadlines for all films, such as:
First-year film greenlight meetings
Thesis script submission
Thesis greenlight meetings
Thesis post-production deadlines
Thesis committee screenings and feedback coordination
Oversee program production approval processes and ensure alignment with faculty course requirements and thesis outcomes.
Oversee greenlight meetings (run by Production Coordinators) to ensure thorough review of actors, locations, schedules, budgets, and safety concerns; escape and resolve concerns as needed.
Oversee insurance processes for student films, including review of insurance certificate requests, required language, and any special conditions.
Oversee equipment access and accountability: supervise equipment checkout processes managed by Production Coordinators; address issues related to loss, damage, or policy compliance.
Oversee studio/classroom operations at Athena Studios and MFA Film Suite at Grady:
Coordinate outside tours
Manage classroom spaces in partnership with the Program Director
Coordinate support/assistance for faculty teaching in the space
Maintain production calendars, facility/studio coordination, safety, compliance, and related operational logistics.
Duties/Responsibilities: Academic Function Management (40%)
Admissions management (spring cycle):
Collate and distribute applications to faculty
Schedule faculty meetings to select finalists and determine admissions offers
Schedule all candidate Zoom interviews
Notify non-selected candidates of denial and selected candidates of admission offers
Coordinate onboarding for new students into UGA systems
Faculty meeting management:
Develop and distribute agendas for bi-weekly faculty meetings (fall and spring)
Record, write, and distribute meeting minutes
Recruitment management:
Respond to prospective student inquiries
Develop advertising for online and print media
Communications:
Produce newsletters for both year cohorts and alumni
Oversee social media channels and the program website
Event management:
Support events beyond classes in coordination with the Program Director (e.g., screenings, mixers, alumni events, convocation support)
Financial:
Liaison with the Financial Director and Business Managers in Grady for all financial transactions.
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
Tamlin Hall
Recruitment Contact Email
tamlin@uga.edu
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Credit and P-Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
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