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SIFF is Hiring a Festival Projectionist Near Seattle, WA
About Us
Mission To create experiences that bring people together to discover extraordinary films from around the world. It is through the art of cinema that we foster a community that is more informed, aware, and alive.
Equity Values SIFF believes that valuing and promoting diversity is vital to our mission. We are dedicated to improving racial equity within our organization and our community. SIFF uses our unique position to share diverse perspectives in visual storytelling while empowering new voices to share their own stories and promoting accessibility for all people. We strive to foster diversity in all facets of our organization, from board to volunteer, from artist to audience and beyond.
SIFF is committed to...
- Making Our Culture More Inclusive and Affirming
- Seattle's Indigenous Heritage Acknowledgement
- Race, Equity and Social Justice
OVERVIEW AND IMPACT
The Festival Projectionist is responsible for operating motion picture projection equipment, aligning with industry standards and ensuring an excellent cinematic experience for SIFF patrons.
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
May 6th - May 19th, 2024
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
- Reports to Associate Director of Cinema Technology
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates digital cinema and related exhibition peripherals, including DCP servers, Blu-rays, and other alternate sources.
- Inspects DCPs and Digital files for quality playback.
- Ingests content as needed, as well as KDM’s as they arrive.
- Alerts Technical Manager of any issues that may affect proper playback of content.
- Confirms that all content needed for cinema events/screenings is in-house.
- Builds playlists for cinema events/screenings that include correct sponsor ads, trailers and feature.
- Sets up, breaks down, and monitors auditorium equipment, such as microphones, PAs, and mixers.
- Routinely checks picture, sound and overall presentation quality of each screening.
- Maintains strong and regular communication with Technical Manager and Venue Managers.
- Performs regular upkeep in projection area(s) to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 2 years of cinema projection experience is required
- Previous film festival experience is preferred
- Familiarity with G-Suite is a plus
- Ability to work a flexible schedule consisting of nights, weekends, and holidays.
Work Environment: This position will work onsite at specified theater/s.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patrons and coworkers, sit and stand for extended periods, and lift up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
To Be Considered for This Role
Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional experience to the role and a cover letter stating why you’re interested in SIFF and your experience to be successful in the role
All attachments must be in PDF file.
SIFF is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire candidates that reflect the cultural diversity of our community. We welcome and encourage qualified candidates from all national, religious, racial and ethnic backgrounds, from all gender expressions and sexual identities, and from persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$55k-75k (estimate)
POST DATE
04/06/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
06/16/2024
WEBSITE
seattlefilm.org
HEADQUARTERS
Seattle, WA
SIZE
<25
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