Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Film Production Manager & Technical Supervisor in Da
Inside Higher Ed, Dahlonega, GA, United States
Overview
Job Title: Film Production Manager & Technical Supervisor
Location: UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 293307
About Us: Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university\'s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG\'s Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Film Production Manager & Technical Supervisor on the Gainesville campus. The position is based on the Gainesville campus, specifically in the Film & Digital Media and Nesbitt buildings occupied by the School of Communication, Film & Theatre. Primary responsibilities are to manage student film productions, maintain all film and video production facilities and equipment, and supervise the student employees who staff the equipment storage room and fulfill check-in/check-out requests. This position is responsible for ensuring both student and faculty productions comply with the university\'s legal and risk management policies and the CFT Film Production Manual. The school is willing to fund advanced training and certifications for this position, but a thorough understanding of the film, television, and media production process and the equipment used therein as well as a willingness to pursue additional training and education are mandatory qualifications.
Responsibilities
Maintain the equipment storage room, three soundstages, computer lab, post-production finishing room, and recording studio in the Film & Digital Media building, and the broadcast studio and radio/podcast rooms in Nesbitt building.
Supervise part-time student workers tasked with equipment check-out and check-in on Gainesville campus.
Communicate with manufacturers and the IT department about malfunctioning equipment then either repair, ship to company or replace.
Evaluate student film production requests, mentor students during pre-production, reserve on-campus space for approved student productions, and review student paperwork to ensure productions comply with university policies.
Supervise student film crews when no faculty are present.
Pursue additional training and certification on equipment specific to our facilities.
Assist faculty with class instruction.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Proficiency with DSLR and digital cinema cameras, non-linear video and audio editing, and all standard gear found on film and television sets.
Ability to patiently train and conscientiously supervise students.
Outstanding time management and multitasking skills.
Must possess sound judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personality types.
Ability to work independently and as a team member. Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm and under control in stressful situations.
Ability and willingness to work numerous nights and weekends.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree required
One year of digital media production experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications in Adobe PremierePro, Avid Media Composer, Avid ProTools preferred.
Three years of digital media production experience preferred.
Salary
The proposed salary range for this position is: $22.79-$25.07 hour.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
Contact Information for Three Professional References
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will travel 1-24%.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
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Job Title: Film Production Manager & Technical Supervisor
Location: UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 293307
About Us: Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university\'s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG\'s Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Film Production Manager & Technical Supervisor on the Gainesville campus. The position is based on the Gainesville campus, specifically in the Film & Digital Media and Nesbitt buildings occupied by the School of Communication, Film & Theatre. Primary responsibilities are to manage student film productions, maintain all film and video production facilities and equipment, and supervise the student employees who staff the equipment storage room and fulfill check-in/check-out requests. This position is responsible for ensuring both student and faculty productions comply with the university\'s legal and risk management policies and the CFT Film Production Manual. The school is willing to fund advanced training and certifications for this position, but a thorough understanding of the film, television, and media production process and the equipment used therein as well as a willingness to pursue additional training and education are mandatory qualifications.
Responsibilities
Maintain the equipment storage room, three soundstages, computer lab, post-production finishing room, and recording studio in the Film & Digital Media building, and the broadcast studio and radio/podcast rooms in Nesbitt building.
Supervise part-time student workers tasked with equipment check-out and check-in on Gainesville campus.
Communicate with manufacturers and the IT department about malfunctioning equipment then either repair, ship to company or replace.
Evaluate student film production requests, mentor students during pre-production, reserve on-campus space for approved student productions, and review student paperwork to ensure productions comply with university policies.
Supervise student film crews when no faculty are present.
Pursue additional training and certification on equipment specific to our facilities.
Assist faculty with class instruction.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Proficiency with DSLR and digital cinema cameras, non-linear video and audio editing, and all standard gear found on film and television sets.
Ability to patiently train and conscientiously supervise students.
Outstanding time management and multitasking skills.
Must possess sound judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personality types.
Ability to work independently and as a team member. Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm and under control in stressful situations.
Ability and willingness to work numerous nights and weekends.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree required
One year of digital media production experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications in Adobe PremierePro, Avid Media Composer, Avid ProTools preferred.
Three years of digital media production experience preferred.
Salary
The proposed salary range for this position is: $22.79-$25.07 hour.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
Contact Information for Three Professional References
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will travel 1-24%.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check
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