Founded in 1985 by filmmaker Richard Linklater, AFS creates life-changing opportunities for filmmakers, catalyzes Austin and Texas as a creative hub, and brings the community together around great film. AFS supports filmmakers towards career leaps, encouraging exceptional artistic projects with grants and support services. AFS operates Austin Studios, a 20-acre production facility, to attract and grow the creative media ecosystem. Austin Public, a space for our city’s diverse mediamakers to train and collaborate, provides many points of access to filmmaking and film careers. The AFS Cinema is an ambitiously programmed repertory and first run arthouse with broad community engagement. By hosting premieres, local and international industry events, and the Texas Film Awards, AFS shines the national spotlight on Texas filmmakers while connecting Austin and Texas to the wider film community. AFS is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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Projectionist – Part-time
Job Purpose Summary
The Austin Film Society Cinema seeks a part-time projectionist to safely operate and project 35mm and digital content for AFS’s exhibition programs and external cinema rentals, ensuring the highest quality technical execution possible.
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Essential Responsibilities & DutiesFilm Projection and Maintenance- Oversees projection of DCP/Alternative Media content for internal programs and external rentals
- Executes archival quality reel-to-reel projection of 35mm prints
- Maintains digital and 35mm projection equipment to the highest standards possible, including cleaning 35mm projection equipment before and after each use and performing basic maintenance on digital A/V equipment
- Upholds highest presentation standards across AFS exhibition programs and cinema event rentals
- Adheres to archival best practices and exercises judgment such that presentation standards do not conflict with the requirements of long-term preservation
- Performs thorough quality control on all digital content as assigned
- Responsible for the inspection of archival 35mm film prints
- Completes print inspection reports on any assigned 35mm films
- Assists with DCP creation of digital content including trailers, features, and various ancillary materials as needed
- Provides A/V Support for external rentals using the cinema space
- Troubleshoots Tier 1 technical issues with projection equipment.
- Assists with the regular cleaning tasks as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- 1+ years of both digital and 35mm projection experience preferred
- Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate issues, escalating when appropriate
- Ability to work independently for extended periods of time
- Ability to collaborate in a team as dictated by operational and event needs
- Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
- Experience with Windows, Mac and Linux Operating Systems a plus
- Strong ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Google and Microsoft Office suites
- Live audio experience a plus
- Excellent customer service skills
- Appreciation for AFS’s mission and vision
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay $25.50/hr
- Employee AFS Cinema and Austin Public perks
Position Type and Expected Hours
This is a part-time position with expected hours ranging between 18-22 hours per week, sometimes reaching 30 hours. Work hours vary. Must be available nights, weekends, and most holidays.
Complexities and Conditions of Employment
Physical/Environmental Demands: Sitting and/or standing, keyboarding, reading, grasping, mousing, handwriting for 4.0+ hours per day, and lifting maximum weight of 50 lbs are essential requirements of the position. This position requires nights, weekends, and after hours availability.
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AFS CREATIVE CAREERS (INTERNSHIP PROGRAM)
The AFS Creative Careers program offers paid internships, technical training and professional development. Learn more about the program structure and offerings at https://www.austinfilm.org/creative-careers/