Job Purpose Summary

The Austin Film Society Cinema seeks a part-time projectionist to safely operate and project digital content for AFS’s exhibition programs and external cinema rentals, ensuring the highest quality technical execution possible, while training in archival quality film-handling and the operation of 35mm projectors.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Projection and Content Management

• Operates DCP/Alternative Media content for internal programs and external rentals.
• Performs quality control on all assigned digital content.
• Creates DCPs for digital content, including trailers, features, and other materials as needed.
• Quality checks/handles archive 35mm prints.
• Projects 35mm films.
• Provides A/V support for external rentals hosted in the cinema space.

Technical Maintenance and Support

• Troubleshoots and resolve Tier 1 technical issues with projection equipment.
• Cleans and maintains 35mm projectors under supervision.
• Adheres to archival best practices to balance presentation quality with long-term preservation requirements.

General Duties

• Maintains high quality presentation standards for all AFS exhibition programs and cinema rentals.
• Assists with regular cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Performs other duties as needed to support operational requirements.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues, with escalation when necessary.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods.
• Strong collaboration skills to meet operational and event needs.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Appreciation for AFS’s mission and vision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with 35mm film and projectors.
• Experience with live audio systems.
• Familiarity with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
• Interest in analog media.

Expected Hours

This is a part-time position requiring 12-20 hours per week, occasionally reaching up to 30 hours. Work hours will vary and include nights, weekends, and most holidays.

Complexities and Conditions of Employment

This role requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, perform tasks involving keyboarding, mousing, reading, and writing, and lift up to 50 lbs. Availability for night and weekend shifts is essential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $26/hr
• Employee AFS Cinema and Austin Public perks

How to Apply
Please visit https://austinfilm.org/apply to submit your résumé and cover letter. If you have questions about this position, please email jobs@austinfilm.org.

All applications will be acknowledged by email. All inquiries are confidential. The Austin Film Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity, disability, medical condition, AIDS/HIV, age, genetic information, marital status, family status, political activities or affiliation, military or veteran status. Priority will be given to applications submitted by December 5, though the position will remain open until filled.

Summary of Opportunity 

AFS seeks a contractor to develop a curriculum for Podcasting: From Concept to Distribution, a two-part, 6-hour course covering all three phases of podcast production: pre-production, production, and post-production. The course will be taught every other month at our Austin Public location, with a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 students per class.

Topics to include but not limited to:

• Common Understanding of Podcasting
• Audio board and microphone functions
• Equipment set up, workflows and best practices
• What equipment to own or reserve within the Producer Program
• Podcast planning and production
• Field Techniques
• Overview of editing platforms, techniques and sponsor breaks
• Distribution platforms and strategies
• Building an audience

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Fully develop a curriculum for a two part, 6-hour Podcasting Production class (two days at 3-hours each) based on the needs of AFS Community Media Department.
• Create any class paperwork or handouts necessary for curriculum delivery.
• Teach the Podcasting course every other month.
• Engage with the participants and encourage further creative development.

Required Knowledge/Education/Experience

• Advanced knowledge of podcast equipment, production, post-production and distribution
• Advanced communication and time management skills
• Experience working with either Pro-Tools, Adobe Premiere or Adobe Audition
• Previous experience as a trainer or teacher is preferred

Expected Hours and Compensation

This is a part-time, contract labor position paid an hourly rate of $65/hour for instruction time. Additional development time is available at $20/hour at 8 hours per yearly contract cycle. The contractor is expected to be available to train 6-8 times a year based on the needs of the Community Media Department. Class times and frequency are subject to change.

Complexities and Conditions of Employment 

The contractor will be expected to acquire and create any training materials to be used and/or passed out during the class. The contractor will have access to the copy machine at Austin Public, as needed.

Technology/Resources 

The contractor will be expected to supply their own computer/laptop for prep and curriculum development.  With advanced notice, instructors can borrow laptops for teaching purposes.

How to Apply 

Please visit https://austinfilm.org/apply to submit your résumé and cover letter.

If you have questions about this position, please email jobs@austinfilm.org.

All applications will be acknowledged by email. All inquiries are confidential. The Austin Film Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity, disability, medical condition, AIDS/HIV, age, genetic information, marital status, family status, political activities or affiliation, military or veteran status. Open until filled.

Job Purpose Summary
The AFS Grants Coordinator provides exceptional administrative support to Austin Film Society’s filmmaker granting programs, coordinating all aspects of grant submissions, intake, review and disbursement. The Coordinator is responsible for responding to inquiries and providing information to applicants about requirements, compliance and deliverables. The Grants Coordinator also provides administrative support for senior department staff, including calendar support, assembling reports and presentations, coordinating meetings and travel, among other duties.

The successful candidate is organized, detail-oriented, thorough and conscientious, and enthusiastic about supporting filmmakers.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Program Support

• Provides departmental oversight of tools that support effective management of funding opportunities offered through AFS, including our current submissions platform, Submittable.
• Coordinates department content for AFS Marketing team for use in external-facing communications about programs, including program event promotions
• Administers intake process utilizing Form Assembly and Submittable, supports distribution of grant applications to staff and external reviewers
• Screens grant applications for eligibility requirements and follows up with applicants when additional information is needed
• Organizes grant and fiscal sponsorship payouts in collaboration with the AFS Accounting Manager and the grantee, collecting compliance materials as needed and informing grantee of payout timeline
• Supports special projects as assigned

Administrative Support and Data Management

• Serves as first point of contact for grant and funding-related inquiries via email and telephone, delegating where appropriate
• Provides administrative support to department senior staff and stakeholders, including calendar management, travel arrangements, accounting coordination, and other tasks
• Manages data entry and maintains integrity for information across all financial programs through AFS CRM and database systems.
• Assists with onsite meeting and event support including coordination and scheduling, anticipating tech and telecom needs, scheduling catering and other setup, and managing post-meeting breakdown
• Preps standard reports for program management and grant-reporting needs
• Tracks Customer Support Case Management in Salesforce

Event Management

• Coordinates logistics, travel and talent for in-person funding events and meetings, adhering to strict deadlines and budgets
• Coordinates grant presentations and workshops with the Filmmaker Support Senior Manager
• Assembles materials and creates presentations, handouts, and other program-related collateral for meetings, workshops and events
• Coordinates grantee attendance and participation at select AFS events
• Liaise on-site with reviewers, grantees and other stakeholders at in-person or virtual programs and events

Intern Supervision

• Trains, supervises, and mentors interns as needed
• Schedules and coordinates program interns, including for special events and other volunteer opportunities throughout the year as needed

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• 2+ years of experience in nonprofit administration or a similar setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise professionally with external stakeholders and partners
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing deadlines, shifting priorities, and various projects across multiple teams, with extensive organization, attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate problems, escalating when appropriate
• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Experience with a project management tool or software
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM system a plus
• Familiarity with a review-based application program or similar a plus
• Ability to adapt to new productivity tools
• Flexibility on nights and weekends required for select events
• Appreciation for AFS’s mission and vision

Expected Hours
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Work hours vary. Some nights and weekends required.

Complexities and Conditions of Employment
Physical/ Environmental Demands: Sitting and/or standing, keyboarding, reading, grasping, mousing, handwriting for 8.0+ hours per day, and lifting maximum weight of 20 lbs. are essential requirements of the position. This position requires some night, weekend, and after-hours availability.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $53K/year

Benefits:

• 12 paid holidays per year plus PTO and sick leave accrual
• Options for 100% employer-sponsored health, vision, and dental benefits
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• Employer-sponsored life insurance
• Employer-sponsored mobile phone plan
• Employee AFS Cinema and Austin Public perks
• Flexible work hours

How to Apply
Please visit https://austinfilm.org/apply to submit your résumé and cover letter. If you have questions about this position, please email jobs@austinfilm.org.

All applications will be acknowledged by email. All inquiries are confidential. The Austin Film Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity, disability, medical condition, AIDS/HIV, age, genetic information, marital status, family status, political activities or affiliation, military or veteran status. Priority will be given to applications submitted by December 8, though the position will remain open until filled.