Working Title

Cinema Tech

SF State University

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The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect  Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code.  The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Department

School of Cinema

Appointment Type

This is a one-year probationary position.

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$5,954.00 - $6,050.00 Per Month ($71,448.00 - $72,600.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

The School of Cinema’s Instructional Support Technician provides technical and equipment support to Cinema’s film and media production facilities, and to the School Director.  In consultation with the School of Cinema Director, incumbent consults with faculty to support delivery of the curriculum. This position will oversee safety processes and procedures, maintenance and upgrades of studio spaces and equipment, and work with the Director and department AOC on equipment budgets. The Instructional Support Technician may also be called upon to assist with other academic units outside the School of Cinema.

Position Information

Production Facilities Security, Safety, Schedule, Maintenance and Upgrades

• Oversees training of faculty and students on the proper and safe use of production facilities and equipment.
• Contacts Academic Technology for labs and software needs.
• Installs and upgrades recording and post-production studios, including those for sound, color-grading, and inter-format digitizing.
• Researches and facilitates equipment repairs.
• Designs and implements Cinema computer labs (working with Academic Technology when necessary), animation facilities, recording and post-production studios, screening and editing rooms, theatrical motion picture and sound equipment, including 2K digital projection, 35mm projection, 16mm projection, Surround Sound (Dolby) decoder and auditorium speaker systems.

Purchasing and Budgeting

• Network with vendors to get best pricing and obtain donations and/or deals, as well as to leverage community resources to obtain donations for the School of Cinema.
• Researches and purchases all new equipment and supplies and facilitates equipment repairs.
• Create purchase orders and maintain accuracy of the School’s PCARD.

Production Facility Instructions/Demos and Tours

• Assesses and assists School Director in determining appropriate facility space for equipment and lab use.
• Lead department tours. Oversees scheduling of production facilities.

Training

• Oversees and directs student employees, may provide lead direction to other techs.

Professional Development

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and methods related to performing support services; knowledge of the principles, information, methods, and techniques related to discipline to which assigned; knowledge of the materials and supplies related to the curriculum, their characteristics, and uses.

Ability to plan, organize and schedule work; ability to operate and repair technical and scientific equipment; ability to coordinate support service to meet a comprehensive variety of needs; ability to develop off-campus resources related to the discipline for obtaining materials or equipment.

and

Experience:
Equivalent to four years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to specialty area to which assigned.

or

Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

or

Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the specialty area to which assigned may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Cinema or related discipline with coursework and skills in film production, digital and HD technology, and image and sound post-production formats and technologies.
• Experience managing production units and budgets.
• Experience evaluating production facilities purchase equipment for instructional needs.
• Skilled in managing post-production facilities and associated software.
• Experience working in an educational setting Expertise in sound stage management and safety, with flexibility to adjust to imperfect conditions.
• Expertise in sound stage management and safety, with flexibility to adjust to imperfect conditions.
• Skilled in managing post-production facilities and associated software.
• Knowledge of best and sustainable practices for production facilities.
• Proactive commitment to independently keeping abreast with technological advances, equipment upgrades, format, and software program changes in the field. 
• Experience working in a setting with diverse populations possessing wide ranging technical skills and abilities.
• Background in assisting professional filmmakers.

Environmental/Physical/Special

• Some evening work may be required for screenings, and work week will be adjusted accordingly.
• Moderate carrying and lifting, up to 50 pounds
• Reaching above shoulder
• Ability to distinguish shades of colors
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination
• Motor vehicle operation
• Working around machinery with moving parts; Working with electricity and vibration. Hearing (aid permitted)
• Working closely with others
• Protracted or irregular hours of work
• Working alone
• Exposure to: Dust and Noise

Pre-Employment Requirements

Must possess a valid California Driver’s License. Position requires the use of state vehicle to pick up and deliver equipment for specialized repairs with outside vendors

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions.  SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU).  CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California.  Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception.  While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so.  Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process are encouraged to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hrwww@sfsu.edu.

The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.

Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.