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Posted February 3, 2012
CIT Summer @ the Lab 2012
The Jacob Burns Film Center seeks Counselors-in-Training (CITs) at the Media Arts Lab. Summer @ the Lab features three-week full-day camp programs for ages 8-18 and a one-week half-day camp program for ages 4-7. The CIT Program is open primarily to high school sophomores and juniors seeking to gain practical experience in the areas of media production and camp counseling. There are part-time and full-time positions available. Summer @ the Lab runs from June 27-August 12. For more information on our summer programs, click here
Responsibilities may include:
- Setting-up and cleaning-up classroom studios
- Administering attendance
- Working hands-on with students
- Providing general support as needed for the lead instructor
- Accompanying students on out-of-class shoots
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Passion for working with youth
- Interest in film and/or arts education
- Ability to multitask
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Experience in media production and/or media studies
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a creative team
This position is nonpaying. However we encourage our staff to take advantage of the many events and classes that take place on our campus. To help make this possible, all CITs are entitled to the following benefits:
- Free Films: CITs gain free admittance to regular screenings and special events where seats are available (tickets cannot be secured in advance).
- Course Discount: CITs who take courses at the Media Arts Lab during the summer, or the semester directly following, qualify for a 20% reduction of the course fee.
- During the camp day: CITs will participate in workshops and create their own projects to build and advance their media making and storytelling skills.
Please fill out an application electronically and send it with resume, cover letter, and references via email only to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with “CIT Summer 2012” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
Important Note: If you are a Mac user, please be sure to first download the free Adobe Reader software. Once this is downloaded please open the application with Adobe Reader, fill it out, and save as a PDF. Otherwise your form will be unreadable by the Media Arts Lab staff.
Applications for the summer 2012 semester are due by Friday, March 9th. Candidates who are being considered will be contacted and requested to have a follow-up interview. Notification and schedule confirmation by Friday, March 30th.
Every CIT will be required to participate in a mandatory full-day orientation and training session at the Media Arts Lab. Date TBA.
The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages people of any race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age and ability to apply.
Posted February 3, 2012
Summer @ the Lab Staff 2012
The Jacob Burns Film Center seeks Teaching Assistants and Camp Counselors to work at the Media Arts Lab. Summer @ the Lab features three-week full-day camp programs for ages 8-18 and a one-week half-day camp program for ages 4-7. There are part-time and full-time positions available. Summer @ the Lab runs from June 25-August 10. For more information on our summer programs, click here
Responsibilities may include:
- Setting-up and cleaning-up classroom studios
- Coordinating class equipment, space, and material needs
- Administering attendance
- Working hands-on with students
- Providing general support as needed for the lead instructor
- Accompanying students on out-of-class shoots
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Passion for working with youth
- Interest in film and/or arts education
- Ability to multitask
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Experience in film production and/or film studies
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a creative team
Salaries are hourly and begin at $7.75/hour.
Please fill out an application electronically and send it with resume, cover letter, and references via email only to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with “Summer @ the Lab 12” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
Important Note: If you are a Mac user, please be sure to first download the free Adobe Reader software. Once this is downloaded please open the application with Adobe Reader, fill it out, and save as a PDF. Otherwise your form will be unreadable by the Media Arts Lab staff.
Applications for the summer 2012 semester are due by Friday, March 9th. Candidates who are being considered will be contacted and requested to have a follow-up interview. Notification and schedule confirmation by Friday, March 30th.
Every Teaching Assistant and Camp Counselor will be required to participate in a mandatory full-day orientation and training session at the Media Arts Lab. Date TBA. Staff will be compensated for this time.
The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages people of any race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age and ability to apply.
Posted January 25, 2012
Part Time House Manager
We seek a part time House Manager to join the Theater Staff team for our three screen independent cinema, which is open every day of the year and receives 200,000 patrons annually.
The House Manager is part of a team that reports to the Managers of Theater Operations, and plays a key role in the overall operation of the theater. The House Manager is expected to run the theater with or without the presence of the Manager of Theater Operations.
We are seeking an outgoing and highly organized individual who has experience with leadership, the public, and the arts to handle day to day front of house cinema operations for films and special events. Dedication to the goals of excellent customer service and outstanding film presentation is essential.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of one year’s experience supervising staff and dealing directly with the general public.
- Customer service experience in a fast paced environment is essential.
- Experience with part-time staff management and development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills within a team setting.
- Computer literate with excellent math skills and attention to detail.
- Film industry, non-profit, arts and/or movie theater management experience is a plus.
Primary responsibilities:
- Oversight of front of house staff (ushers, concessionaires, box office personnel, A/V staff), and ensuring that operations are running in a friendly, courteous and efficient manner.
- Effective management of front of house operations and film/event presentation. An essential component of this includes the ability to quickly resolve issues with patrons courteously while dealing with real time situations.
- Experience handling money and reconciling accounts a plus.
- Ability to communicate effectively with JBFC administrative staff as well as theater staff.
Other Responsibilities include:
- Crowd control
- Developing and maintaining a team oriented atmosphere
- Maintain a clean and safe environment
- Enforce company policies and procedures
Excellent command of PC based office programs (Word, Excel and Office) required. Experience with box office software and systems a plus.
This is a part time position, 3-4 days (18-25 hours) per week.
Shifts include night and weekend hours. Flexibility is a must!
Start date: Immediately
Part-time Hourly Salary: $15 with raise after three months’ time
Rate will be commensurate with experience.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references via email only to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with
“PT House Manager 12” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages people of any race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age and ability to apply.
