Kids Summer Camp Edit Lab/Post Supervisor

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision from the Director of Kids Summer Camps, the Edit Lab Supervisor will be responsible for supervising the Edit Lab and Post Production Suite dedicated to the Kids Summer Camps. They are responsible for establishing a workflow process to ensure all footage received is cataloged and organized, acting footage is cut and archived properly and all final screenings are created with finesse and accuracy in time for final screening presentations. They will also be assisting with the setup and break down of additional labs for Animation, Game Design and Photography when needed. Finally they will aid in the supervision of Technical Assistants (TA) who are responsible for advising students during post production, providing hands-on assistance with the safe operation of technical equipment, and assisting with in-class and online needs and other day-to-day responsibilities to ensure the successful operation of the Kids Summer Camps both in person and online.

New York Film Academy’s Kids Summer Camps provide intensive programs in filmmaking, acting, animation, game design, musical theatre, and photography for campers of ages 10 to 13 years old. TA’s 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: Part-Time (ASAP), Full-Time Seasonal (6/30/2025 – 8/22/2025)

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the day to day operations of the Kids Edit Lab(s), including but not limited to, managing edit classes and open edit schedule, determine staffing needs, and ensuring all film students successfully export final project(s)
• Support and facilitate in aspects of the hiring process for Edit Lab TAs
• Supervise Edit Lab TAs and determine schedule based on program needs
• Develop an onboarding process for newly hired Edit Lab TAs, such as training, orientation, uniform distribution, etc
• Develop workflow procedures, in collaboration with with Kids Equipment Room Manager, Instructors and Directors of program as needed
• Maintain various logistics necessary to ensure the smooth running of the Kids Edit Lab
• Collaborate with the assistant director of camps to determine staffing needs for Edit Lab and maintain schedule to ensure successful operation of the Edit Lab(s)
• Create and maintain effective channels of communication with the Kids Office and teaching staff
• Supervise student post production and offer technical assistance to students to ensure their proper and safe use of equipment and software
• Facilitate a safe and effective environment at all times
• Advise students on technical and creative matters
• Assist with the build out of the Kids Edit Lab (and additional labs) before the program begins
• Assist with the breakdown of the Kids Edit Lab (and additional labs) after the program ends
• Support the Kids Office with facilities and operations needs on a needs basis
• Determine equipment, software, or other supply needs and communicate with with Operations to obtain
• Support Summer Camp Administrative staff with facilities and operations needs
• Prep and organize footage before Edit classes and/or Open Edit
• Provide assistance during Edit Classes or instruction, on a need basis
• Other duties as assigned by Kids Camp Director, Assistant Director, or senior management

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds including students, faculty and staff
• Experience and comfortability with students ages 10-13
• Ability to work hard, responds to emergencies, and always maintains the safety and educational environment for the students
• A strong grasp of Adobe Premiere, Adobe Rush, iMovie and Zoom
• Strong technical grasp of film equipment such as HMC, 5D Mark II, shotgun mics, tripods, onboard shock mounts, c-stands, boom poles, etc. is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent skills in database management and record keeping
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and simultaneously on projects of varied complexity, carrying out each to its conclusion with a very high level of effectiveness
• Must possess the ability to exercise group leadership skills, which emphasize collaboration, consensus building, conflict resolution, and problem solving
• Must possess ability and willingness to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to meet and serve the public, both in person and by telephone, tactfully and effectively
• Ability to work well in a team atmosphere
• Perform basic math
• Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions
• Ability to work in a highly demanding, multiple task environment, with changing priorities is key
• Ethical/Honest - evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality
• Service and Action-oriented – does what it takes to meet student expectations
• Collaborative – enlists information from all sources to ensure the best solution to an issue

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and CERTIFICATION

• High School/GED required.
• Post production experience required
• Film/Video Production Experience preferred
• Experience providing technical support on film shoots and/or art events required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced multi-tasking results driven environment with attention to detail.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Suite – Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience and comfortability with students ages 10-13

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.

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