Technical Specialist (This is a time-limited position)

Established in 1993, the School of Filmmaking combines rigorous professional training with unparalleled facilities, equipment, and resources. The program's mission is to train talented students for professional careers in the film and television industries and stresses the collaborative nature of filmmaking in a rigorous conservatory atmosphere. The School of Filmmaking's goal is to produce the "complete" filmmaker - a storyteller of unusual vision who knows how to use and value the components of the filmmaking arts. The School of Filmmaking offers a BFA with concentrated studies in Animation, Cinematography, Directing, Editing & Sound Design, Producing, Production Design, and Screenwriting and an MFA with concentrated studies in Creative Producing and Screenwriting.

Up to 2.5 year time-limited position.

The Center for Design Innovation ( CDI) and UNCSA School of Filmmaking is seeking a highly skilled and motivated full-time Immersive Lab Technician. This technician will play a crucial role in supporting the operation and maintenance of our cutting-edge immersive technology environment. Working collaboratively with the School of Filmmaking Dean, faculty, METL Producing Director, and METL Creative Director, the Immersive Lab Technician will be instrumental in facilitating student and faculty projects related to immersive media.

Monday-Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, graphic design, and/or photography; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training and experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Minimum 2 years' experience interfacing with, but not limited to digital production, animation, and other emerging technologies such as VR, AI, 360 filmmaking, LED sound stage work, and motion capture. Demonstrated skills with immersive technology. Ability to train technical skills and introduce basic concepts of digital production.

Thorough knowledge of audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance. Thorough knowledge of media production techniques, which includes photographic and artistic media.

Ability to exercise creative judgment in deciding upon the audio and visual format and approach using a wide range of audiovisual materials. Ability to execute production techniques and procedures that are rather sophisticated and requires artistic discretion in material presentation.

Ability to provide detailed instruction to staff/clients on the use of a wide variety of audiovisual equipment and the actual production techniques.

Ability to convey advanced technical information and artistic concepts verbally and in writing to a wide variety of clients. Ability to present ideas effectively through a wide variety of media.

Ability to plan and prioritize work assignments of a broad scope to ensure timely completion of a wide variety of requested services. Ability to develop and maintain an inventory control system on all equipment and materials and recommend purchase of training equipment and materials. May require ability to arrange and assign work to student workers to ensure the efficient use of resources.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or national guard. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu