IT Assistant
Barnstorm VFX
Burbank, CAThis was removed by the employer on 1/19/2018 11:52:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Barnstorm VFX is seeking an IT Assistant.
This is an entry-level position and training will be provided. The ideal candidate is excited to learn new things and takes direction well. Highly motivated while being easy going, candidate should be able to work as part of a team while also being capable of working independently. Should be equally comfortable completing specifically assigned tasks as they are with self-directing when no tasks have been assigned. Enthusiastic about providing support when others need it and unafraid to ask for assistance when unsure how to best provide that support.
This position encompasses tasks from multiple departments and is a full-time, on site job with room for upward mobility. Candidate should enjoy working with computers and have a desire to work within the entertainment field. A working knowledge of visual effects is a plus.
Primary Responsibilities:
IT Assistant
-Handling IT tasks as assigned by the lead, ranging from relocating computers to troubleshooting license and software installs
-Working with a Managed Service provider to ensure swift resolution of user issues
Secondary Responsibilities:
Render Wrangler
-Responsible for identifying problems with renders using Deadline 10 and working with artists and a Sr. Wrangler to correct them
-Managing Cloud rendering through Deadline 10
Digital Librarian
-Codifying and maintaining an existing library of digital assets in a way that creates ease of search for artists
-Archiving existing projects
-Locating and retrieving elements from archived projects for artists and coordinators
Requirements:
-Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple ongoing projects
-Strong analytical and organizational skills to effectively prioritize work and resolve issues
-Is proactive rather than reactive
-Ambitious and motivated self-starter with the ability to complete work independently as well as within a team environment
-Enthusiastic and personable
-Excellent reasoning skills in order to assist in troubleshooting problems
-Committed and resourceful
-Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
-Solution-oriented
College Degree in IT, Computer Science, or Technical Visual Effects preferred.
Preferred Software Experience: Deadline, After Effects, Nuke, Blender, CatDV, Shotgun, JIRA, Slack, Windows, Chrome.
Basic understanding of VFX environments and IT skills preferred. Not required as on site training will occur for desired applicant.
Location/Compensation:
Burbank, CA
Full-time
$14/hour