IU Cinema Seeks a Graduate Assistant Projectionist

Position: Graduate Assistant, Projectionist
Department: IU Cinema
Title of Supervisor: Assistant Director, Cinema Systems & Operations

Overview:
The Indiana University Cinema is a world-class facility and program that is dedicated to the scholarly study and highest standards of exhibition of film in its traditional and modern forms. Our GA Projectionists gain rare work experience operating sophisticated projection equipment, handling a variety of film & video
formats, and presenting film & video under optimal screening conditions. Such an opportunity will directly complement academic studies in film history, theory, criticism and production. (Note: Candidates MUST be G-901 eligible during Fall and Spring semesters.)

Duties and Responsibilities:
-Undergo detailed training in the exhibition of 35mm, 16mm, DCI and non DCI Compliant digital cinema
-Perform all necessary duties required as an IU Cinema Projectionist including:
-Set up and operation of cinema system (film/video) for auditorium for lectures, classes and public screenings;
-Execute necessary adjustments for format and aspect ratio changes;
-Execute “reel to reel” changeovers (for film screenings);
-Exhibit all films and videos, maintaining the highest standards of exhibition;
-Inspect, clean and repair incoming film prints;
-Inspect and prepare video tapes, discs and packages for screenings;
-Prepare screened materials (film/video) for return shipment;
-Perform general Cinema Booth maintenance, as needed;
-Clean lenses, oil equipment, and make minor repairs and adjustments, as needed;
-Serve as Cinema representative to welcome and build audiences;
-Occasionally close/lock the venue at the end of a shift when all patrons have left.

Qualifications:
-Knowledge of film history, technologies, and aesthetics;
-Good practical and organizational skills with the ability to solve problems;
-Keen attention to detail, reliability, excellent time-keeping skills, punctuality, independence, motivation and ability to multi-task in a busy environment;
-Enthusiastic and pleasant manner;
-Ability to work independently;
-Ability to work flexibly within a small team;
-Computer skills of PC platforms (Microsoft Office required, video editing desired)
-Confidence in public speaking and excellent communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with people at all levels, even under pressure;
-Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Requirements:
-**Candidates must be G-901 eligible for both Fall and Spring semesters**
-If selected, candidates must be prepared to commit to either a 20-hour or 15-hour GA Appointment for both semesters.
-New hires must attend and successfully complete a mandatory training period during the month of August.
-The position entails lifting of film materials weighing up to 40 lbs. Candidates must be able to lift 10 lbs above their head, which is necessary for threading 35mm film reels.
-Good vision is also required in order to thread film and focus images onto a screen
approximately 60-feet away.

Compensation:
20-hour appointment (50.0% FTE)…………….$6500 per semester.
15-hour appointment (37.5% FTE)…………….$4875 per semester.

Start Date:
The official start date of the GA appointment will be August 1st 2012. For new hires, there will be a mandatory training period during the month of August. Training must be successfully completed prior to the first day of classes.

Application:
-Include a cover letter outlining your qualifications and the nature of your interest in this GA appointment. (Your cover letter may be either an attached document or within the body of the email itself.)
-Attach an updated copy of your resume.
-Please use “GA Application” as the subject of your email.
-Submit via email to iucinema@indiana.edu.
-Receipt of application will be acknowledged via email.

Deadline:
Applications must be received by Friday, March 2nd 2012