DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY
The Film & Media Editing Instructor creates instructional lessons and provides vocational guidance to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities who desire to pursue a career in the Film and Multimedia Industry.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide training and support to students developing film and media skills, staying innovative and up to date with industry standards.
- Planning and preparing courses and lessons that build confidence and create an expressive space for students.
- Lead treatments, story development, and screenwriting in the Studio and on all projects.
- Support students during program hours and/or during employment opportunities.
- Enter and track participant data as it relates to their goals and objectives, recording development, progress, and attainment.
- Manage inventory, maintenance, and condition of Film and Media Studio equipment.
- Support students (as needed) in direct internship/employment opportunities.
- Support participants by implementing vocational training in the areas of advocacy, appropriate behavior, communication, computer training, cultural events, health and safety awareness, independent living skills, job skills, mobility, community integration, personal care training, social skills, technical support, and other designated skills.
- Maintain the Film and Media Studio and production locations, keeping them neat, organized, and assisting in maintenance as needed.
Company Standards
- Support fundraising activities of the organization.
- Attend all required meetings and in-services.
- Complete all required training.
- Comply with all Options For All policies and procedures.
- Conserve company resources.
- Other duties, as assigned.
QualificationsESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
- Previous and/or current experience in writing for the Film Industry (preferred).
- Experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities within the human services, education, or a related field (preferred).
- Knowledge in film and multimedia production and/or experience with teaching in a related field.
- 2+ years’ experience with digital film production, processes, and techniques.
- Knowledge of Pre-production, Production, and Post-production processes.
Required Skills
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Professional English writing ability, including usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- Participation in staff meetings and trainings.
- Proficient use of basic office equipment, Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multitask, organize information, and prioritize activities.
Other Requirements
- Immediate access to vehicle with working seatbelts, valid driver’s license, current auto insurance and acceptable DMV record.
- Ability to travel within and throughout the county in which services are provided.
- Ability to travel in and throughout the state on a quarterly basis to attend meetings, trainings, etc.
- Successful completion of background check.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. They must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment. Ability to lift 25lbs and transfer 75lbs required.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will be working in community environments, employment sites and office environments. The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment. Exposure to blood borne pathogens could occur when administering first aid to participants.
Hepatitis B vaccines are offered at no cost to each employee.
