What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Cinematic Arts Specialist - Cherry Creek Innovation Campus position at Cherry Creek School District?
Job Title: Instructional Cinematic Arts Specialist
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Classification Group: Staff Support
Supervising Position: School Assistant Principal or
designee
Pay Plan: Educational Support Personnel
Pay Range: Range 06
Last Updated: 3/11/2026
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JOB SUMMARY: Provide instructional support to Cinematic Arts students through one-on-one and small group assistance, reinforcing classroom learning and skill development using Adobe Creative Cloud tools. Assist with troubleshooting student technology and creative software needs. Support daily classroom operations by preparing materials, organizing lab spaces, and ensuring equipment and supplies are ready for instruction. Coordinate with instructional staff to support pathway events, CTSO activities, and recognition ceremonies. Manage documentation and logistics for work-based learning experiences, including concurrent enrollment, field trips, and job shadows.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time 1. Provide instructional support through one-on-one and small group assistance to reinforce classroom learning and promote student skill development. Help trouble shoot student technology needs and support with the creative software programs in Adobe Creative Cloud. Daily 25% 3. Manage Cinematic Arts lab spaces by organizing supplies, maintaining inventory, preparing instructional materials, and ensuring tools and equipment are ready for student use. Daily 25% 4.
Support classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, setting up the learning environment, administering make-up assessments, and assisting with daily logistics to
ensure a smooth and organized classroom experience.
Daily 20% 5.
Support pathway purchasing and budgeting by coordinating with instructors on ordering
equipment, supplies, and arranging for maintenance of instructional resources.
Weekly 10% 6. Facilitate documentation and logistics for work-based learning activities by managing student forms for concurrent enrollment, field trips, and job shadows. Quarterly 5% 7. Support planning and execution of pathway events by assisting with scheduling, preparation, and on-site coordination for student-facing activities such as CTSO meetings, recognition events, and other program-based gatherings. Monthly 5% 8. Coordinate across instructional staff to ensure classroom materials are prepared, and shared spaces are set up for smooth transitions between classes and instructors. Daily 5% 9. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5% TOTAL 100%
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Classification Group: Staff Support
Supervising Position: School Assistant Principal or
designee
Pay Plan: Educational Support Personnel
Pay Range: Range 06
Last Updated: 3/11/2026
Pay Information
Benefits Information
JOB SUMMARY: Provide instructional support to Cinematic Arts students through one-on-one and small group assistance, reinforcing classroom learning and skill development using Adobe Creative Cloud tools. Assist with troubleshooting student technology and creative software needs. Support daily classroom operations by preparing materials, organizing lab spaces, and ensuring equipment and supplies are ready for instruction. Coordinate with instructional staff to support pathway events, CTSO activities, and recognition ceremonies. Manage documentation and logistics for work-based learning experiences, including concurrent enrollment, field trips, and job shadows.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time 1. Provide instructional support through one-on-one and small group assistance to reinforce classroom learning and promote student skill development. Help trouble shoot student technology needs and support with the creative software programs in Adobe Creative Cloud. Daily 25% 3. Manage Cinematic Arts lab spaces by organizing supplies, maintaining inventory, preparing instructional materials, and ensuring tools and equipment are ready for student use. Daily 25% 4.
Support classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, setting up the learning environment, administering make-up assessments, and assisting with daily logistics to
ensure a smooth and organized classroom experience.
Daily 20% 5.
Support pathway purchasing and budgeting by coordinating with instructors on ordering
equipment, supplies, and arranging for maintenance of instructional resources.
Weekly 10% 6. Facilitate documentation and logistics for work-based learning activities by managing student forms for concurrent enrollment, field trips, and job shadows. Quarterly 5% 7. Support planning and execution of pathway events by assisting with scheduling, preparation, and on-site coordination for student-facing activities such as CTSO meetings, recognition events, and other program-based gatherings. Monthly 5% 8. Coordinate across instructional staff to ensure classroom materials are prepared, and shared spaces are set up for smooth transitions between classes and instructors. Daily 5% 9. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5% TOTAL 100%
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.
- Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
- High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
- No professional work experience required, however creative background is essential.
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Relevant certificate, including but not limited to Adobe Certified Professional, Avid Certified User, Blackmagic Design-DaVinci Resolve, etc. A Certificate of Program Completion in Film, Motion Design, and/or Multimedia may be substituted for the above licenses and credentials.
- Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
- Foundational knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or other similar software
- Advanced interpersonal relations skills
- Advanced organizational skills
- Intermediate oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
- Ability to respond effectively to requests on short notice and to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
- Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization
- Medium work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds)
- Primarily works indoors
- Typically a moderate noise level
- Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education
- Experience working in media, design, or film
- Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement