Equipment Technical Assistant

This is a Part Time Job

New York Film Academy is committed to an inclusive work culture where people's thoughts, ideas, concerns, and cultures are valued and respected. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and those sharing in our commitment to inclusivity.



NYFA is a vaccine-mandated campus. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment.



POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision from the Equipment Manager and Sr Director of Operations & Administration, the New York Film Academy (NYFA) Technical Assistant I (TA I ) will provide hands on assistance with the safe operation of technical equipment for classes, film shoots, events, and other day-to-day responsibilities to ensure the successful operation of the institution.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Offer technical assistance to students on NYFA projects and class exercises and ensure their proper and safe use of equipment.
Work as additional film crew on certain workshops. (Crew Positions: DP, AC, Sound Mixer, Boom Operator, Grip, Gaffer, AD, Producer, Editor, Driver, D.I.T, Production Assistant (PA))
Livestream
Zoom set up and assistance.
Label and deliver media.
Safely pack, test and deliver film equipment to and from locations.
Set up, assist and film school events.
Support Equipment Staff.
Support Administrative staff with facilities and operations needs.
Reinforce general and specific safety procedures.
Maintaining attitude of positivity and efficiency during class exercises.
Other duties as assigned by Equipment Management, Operations Management or Senior Management.


KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

Camera knowledge: 5D, C100, C300, RED Scarlet, RED Epic Dragon, Arri SR, Arri 535B, Arri Alexa, Panavision, Blackmagic, Sony FS5.
Audio knowledge: Zoom Recorders, Roland R44 Mixer, Wireless Lavaliers, Sennheiser, Sound Devices
Grip & Electric experience required.
Knowledge of A/V equipment.
Perform basic math.
Broad knowledge of the industry and professional related experience.
General classroom, equipment and on-set safety and etiquette.
Knowledge in problem solving/troubleshooting in time sensitive situations.
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds including student, faculty and staff.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent skills in database management and record keeping.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong customer service skills with the ability to meet and serve the public, both in person and by telephone, tactfully and effectively.
Ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to analyze and present complex data.
Ethical / Honest - evidence of the practice of a high-level confidentiality.
Service and Action oriented does what it takes to meet the expectations of customers.
Collaborative enlists information from all sources to ensure the best solution to an issue.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and CERTIFICATION:

Bachelors Degree in related field. Experience may substitute for required education up to 4 years.
Experience providing technical support on film shoots and/or art events required.
Experience with assisting with zoom setup in a higher education setting.
Experience working in a higher education, academic setting.
Experience working in a fast pace, multi-tasking, results drive environment with attention to detail.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Suite Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Valid Drivers License preferred.
Experience driving cargo vans, box trucks or lift gate trucks preferred.