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About the Role

The Production Administration Team (PAT) at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) – School of Film and Television (SFTV) supports student productions and serves students across various film-related programs. PAT provides services and maintains facilities and equipment across two campuses. This role assists in operating all projection facilities, scheduling and training student workers, sourcing films for screenings, and maintaining projectors and projection equipment.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation of projection equipment for class screenings in all three theaters.
Assist student workers in the use of projection equipment and standard projection practices.
Conduct sound, visual, and overall performance quality checks on all projection equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
Advise on and perform routine maintenance and repairs of projection equipment.
Schedule vendor repairs for projection equipment.
Collaborate with central university departments and internal staff to ensure smooth operation of projection facilities.
Coordinate the rental, delivery, and return of rented DCPs and Film Prints.
Coordinate and review audio, lighting, sound, and screening expectations for special programming.
Operate sound and visual equipment during special programming.
Maintain and update the physical SFTV Library of films and the online catalog.
Use department and university-approved systems for all operational needs.
Review and follow university policy and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Typically a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple projects with high quality.
Minimum 3 years of experience in film and/or video exhibition and/or video engineering technology.
Advanced knowledge in film projection and/or video exhibition.
Practical knowledge and experience loading and projecting 35mm and 16mm film preferred.
Experience with setting up, installing, or maintaining microphones, speakers, and various projection equipment.
Experience with digital sound equipment and cables.
Experience in public screening and events.
Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral).
Familiarity with Computers and IP Networking Systems.
Exceptional troubleshooting skills.
Strong ability to multitask.
Experience in multi-venue management preferred.
Keen understanding of the role of academic support staff in interaction with students.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends during production periods.
Demonstrated ability to supervise multiple reports.
Experience in project management strongly desired.
Ability to mentor students.
Ability to assist students in the development of professional attitudes and disciplines.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrate initiative, quick problem solving, thinking ahead, and follow-through.
Proven ability to work calmly and efficiently in a high-pace, high-volume environment.
Ability to work both independently and follow direction.
Must be proactive.
Highly developed crisis/conflict management skills required, specifically de-escalation.
High degree of empathy, respect for and ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, ages and cultures.
Understanding of organizational structure and ability to follow instructions and defined processes.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of industry standard software, including MS Office 365 suite, Word, Excel, Outlook, Zoom, Teams, Slack, MM Budgeting, MM Scheduling, HotSheets, Premiere, After Effects, ProTools, and Avid Media Composer.

Skills

Film projection
Video exhibition
35mm film projection
16mm film projection
Microphone setup and maintenance
Speaker setup and maintenance
Projection equipment setup and maintenance
Digital sound equipment operation
Cable management
Public screening operation
Event operation
Written communication
Oral communication
Computer proficiency
IP Networking Systems
Troubleshooting
Multitasking
Project management
Mentoring
Crisis management
Conflict management
De-escalation
Empathy
Respect for diversity
Organizational skills
Detail-orientation
Initiative
Problem solving
Proactive work ethic
MS Office 365 suite
Word
Excel
Outlook
Zoom
Teams
Slack
MM Budgeting
MM Scheduling
HotSheets
Premiere
After Effects
ProTools
Avid Media Composer

Location

LMU campuses

Work Type

Temporary assignment
Staff Temporary (Fixed Term)

Experience Level

Minimum 3 years of experience in progressively responsible positions in film and/or video exhibition and/or video engineering technology.
Experience in multi-venue management is preferred.
Experience in project management strongly desired.

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Salary/Compensations

$28 per hour

About the Company

Loyola Marymount University (LMU) – School of Film and Television (SFTV) is a top-ranked film school.
LMU is a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education.
LMU seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society.

Equal Opportunity

LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.
We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply.
LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants.
Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at hr@lmu.edu or by phone at (310) 338-2723.
Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources.
When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying.
Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process.
LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.