Youth Technical Assistant
Youth Technical Assistant
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision from the Director of Summer Camps and the Youth Equipment & TA Manager the seasonal Technical Assistant (TA) will be responsible for supervising and advising campers in the production of digital film shoots by providing handson assistance with the safe operation of technical equipment assisting in classroom needs for film acting photography and editing and other daytoday responsibilities to ensure the successful operation of the Youth Summer Camp.
New York Film Academys Teens and Kids Summer Camps provide intensive programs in filmmaking acting screenwriting animation game design and photography for campers of ages 10 to 17 years old. TAs are role model figures for our energetic artistic camper body and must commit to helping maintain an educational safe and fun environment for the campers.
Effective Date:s 06/23/2025 08/20/2025
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The daytoday duties required of this position may vary.
Supervise camper production crews on location shoots and offer technical assistance to campers to ensure their proper and safe use of equipment
Assist faculty during classes and provide handson assistance in a classroom setting
Facilitate a safe and effective shooting environment at all times.
Advise campers on technical and creative matters including writing directing lighting shooting and editing.
Assist with providing a fun and engaged atmosphere for campers to learn
Work as additional film crew during inclass production workshops and camper film shoots. (Crew Positions: DP AC Sound Mixer Boom Operator Grip Gaffer AD Producer Editor Driver D.I.T Actor)
Label and deliver media
Support Equipment Room and Edit Lab Staff
Maintain various logistics necessary to ensure the smooth running of production including airport pickups orientation inclass screenings and accompanying campers to and from location
Shooting scenes in acting classes
Assist with classroom and general setup before the program starts.
Support Administrative staff with facilities and operations needs
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds including campers faculty and staff.
A strong commitment to and enthusiasm for engaging with young artists and mentoring their artistic ambitions and talents
Ability to work hard responds to emergencies and always maintains the safety and educational environment for the campers
Film equipment including but not limited to 5D Mark II HMC 150 shotgun mics tripods onboard shock mounts cstands boom poles etc
A solid grasp of basic light setup including 3point lighting basic power distribution light control with gels etc
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
Perform basic math
Understand written procedures write routine documents and speak clearly; and understand multistep written and oral instructions
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ethical / Honest evidence of the practice of highlevel confidentiality.
Service and Action oriented does what it takes to meet the expectations of customers
Collaborative enlists information from all sources to ensure the best solution to an issue
EXPERIENCE EDUCATION CERTIFICATION:
High School/GED required
Valid Drivers license
Experience providing technical support on film shoots and/or art events required
Experience at a summer camp environment or with campers ages 1017 is preferred
Experience working in a fastpaced multitasking environment with attention to detail
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Suite Word Outlook Excel PowerPoint
REPRESENTATIVE MACHINES TOOLS EQUIPMENT AND/OR SOFTWARE USED:
The following machines tools equipment and / or software are commonly but not always associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines tools equipment and / or software used will vary.
SUV and/or Van driving
Zoom
Microsoft Office Suite Word Excel Power Point
Google Suite Google Docs Sheets Slides Drive Mail
Apple Products (i.e. Mac iPad etc.
Adobe Photoshop Premiere After Effects Acrobat Reader preferred
Film equipment including but not limited to 5D Mark II HMC 150 shotgun mics tripods onboard shock mounts cstands boom poles etc
Office equipment including but not limited to computer phone fax machine copier and calculator
ENVIRONMENTAL / ATMOSPHERIC WORKING CONDITIONS:
The following environmental / atmospheric working conditions are commonly but not always associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.
Theatre Outdoor/Indoor Film Set environment.
Reasonable dexterity of hands and fingers to operate and/or manipulate computer keyboard and other office equipment as well as film equipment.
Ability to climb a ladder standing bending and stooping.
Sit for long periods of time to perform various computer/administrative tasks.
Verbally and effectively communicate utilizing facetoface contact and telephones.
Lift carry push and/or pull Boxes/Equipment/Supplies/Set Pieces/Stage Flats/Furniture weighing up to 30 lbs.
Minimal travel as needed.
Variable work schedule to be determined some evenings and weekends may be required
New York Film Academy (NYFA) is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race creed color sex gender gender expression gender identity sexual orientation age religion national origin ancestry mental disability physical disability medical condition genetic information marital status military and veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
Employment Type
Temp
