Assistant Director

Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY:

New York Film Academy Teen Summer Camp is looking for an organized and enthusiastic individual who demonstrates high levels of organization and a passion for engaging with young filmmakers, actors, screenwriters, documentarians, and photographers and mentoring their artistic ambitions and talents. Under the supervision of the Director of the Teen Summer Camps, the Associate Director is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth running of the Teen Summer Camps. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, scheduling and coordinating the various program offerings, assisting with staffing and training, assisting with setup and breakdown, and providing other logistical and operational support.

Effective Date: Part Time: 5/6/2024 to Seasonal Full Time: 06/17/2024 - 08/14/2024

New York Film Academy’s Teen Summer Camps provide intensive programs in filmmaking, acting, screenwriting, musical theatre, documentary, and photography for campers of ages 14 to 17 years old.

 

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The day-to-day duties required of this position may vary.

• Create and maintain class schedules for online and on-campus summer camps on a need basis, as assigned by the Director of Teen Camps

• Assist the Director of Teen Camps with staffing and training across the various departments that make up the Teen Summer Camps

• Assist the Director of Teen Camps with the build out and break down of the Teen Summer Camps

• Ability to step-in and assist with classrooms needs on needs basis, such as attendance, class coverage, or technical assistance

• Assist the Director of Teen Camps with orientation and final screenings

• Assist with administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls and emails, printing materials, logging attendance, etc.

• Maintain and update schedules per instructor’s needs and availability

• Liaise with instructors, help determine classroom needs, and provide follow through to ensure instructors have the tools they need to be successful

• Assist the Director of Teen Camps in maintaining curriculum and ensuring deliverables are being met program-wide

• Assist the Director of Teen Camps with other scheduling needs

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Teen Camps or senior administration

 

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

• A solid understanding of all NYFA Teen Summer Camp programs

• Ability to remain detailed orientated, while meeting deadlines.

• A strong commitment to and enthusiasm for engaging with youth filmmakers and mentoring their artistic ambitions and talents.

• Ability to work hard, respond to emergencies, and always maintain the safety and educational environment for the students

• Ability to maintain multiple projects/ tasks at a time

• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds including students, faculty and staff

• A strong grasp of Final Cut, Avid and Adobe Premiere

• Strong technical grasp of film equipment such as HMC, 5D Mark II, C300, shotgun mics, tripods, onboard shock mounts, c-stands, boom poles, etc. is preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent skills in database management and record keeping

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to meet and serve the public, both in person and by telephone, tactfully and effectively

• Ability to work well in a team atmosphere

• Perform basic math

• Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

 

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's Degree

• Experience providing technical support on film shoots and/or art events required

• Experience working in a fast-paced multi-tasking results driven environment with attention to detail.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and GSuite

• Experience and comfortability with students ages 10-17

 

REPRESENTATIVE MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND/OR SOFTWARE USED:

The following machines, tools, equipment and / or software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, equipment and/ or software used will vary.

• Zoom

• Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Power Point

• Google Suite Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Mail

• Apple Products (i.e. Mac, iPad, etc.)

• Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, Acrobat Reader preferred

• Film equipment, including , but not limited to 5D Mark II, HMC 150, shotgun mics, tripods, onboard shock mounts, c-stands, boom poles, etc.

• Office equipment including, but not limited to computer, phone, fax machine copier, and calculator.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL / ATMOSPHERIC WORKING CONDITIONS:

The following environmental / atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Office Environment

• Outdoor/Indoor Film Set environment

• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull documents/boxes weighing up to 25 lbs

• Ability to climb a ladder, standing, bending and stooping

• Sit for long/high periods of time to perform various computer/administrative tasks

• Reasonable dexterity of hands and fingers to operate and/or manipulate computer keyboard and other office equipment

• Lift, carry, push and/or pull Boxes/Equipment/Supplies/Set Pieces/Stage Flats/Furniture weighing up to 30 lbs

• Minimal travel as needed

• Verbally and effectively communicate utilizing face-to-face contact and telephones