MFA Film Operations Manager
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11900P
Working Title
MFA Film Operations Manager
Department
Grady-Entertain & Media Stds
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
04/04/2024
Open until filled
No
Closing Date
04/11/2024
Proposed Starting Date
05/20/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title
External Affairs Professional
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
The MFA Film Operations Manager is responsible for the management of a variety of areas including production management, logistical, and all incoming inquiries.
The Operations Manager serves as the principal point of administrative contact and liaison with internal and external constituencies and provides specialist support services in the areas of public and community relations.
As the initial point of contact for a wide variety of constituents, including students, faculty, college visitors, members of the university administration and others, the Operations Manager will be punctual, discreet, diplomatic, confidential and provide high touch customer service to all stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands
Lift up to 25 lbs. Standing, keyboarding. Sit at computer to work.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
• Coordinate production and post-production deadlines for all films, including:
• First year films greenlight meetings
• Thesis script submission
• Thesis greenlight meetings
• Thesis post-production deadlines
• Thesis committee screenings/feedback
• Oversee Athena Studios - coordinate outside tours, manage classroom spaces with Program Director, coordinate assistance to faculty teaching in the space
• Oversee greenlight meetings - these meetings review the actors, locations, schedules, budgets and safety concerns of all films. Production Coordinators will run these meetings, and the Operations Manager would oversee them, and address any concerns.
• Oversee insurance - all student films request insurance certificates from Production Coordinators. The Operations Manager would oversee these requests, and address any concerns, or special language the certificates must contain.
• Oversee equipment - Production Coordinators process equipment checkout for all student films. Operations Manager would oversee checkouts, and address any issues relating to loss or damage.
• Track spending - keep a detailed log of all spending in the program against program budget.
Percentage of time
60
Duties/Responsibilities
ACADEMIC FUNCTION MANAGEMENT
• Admissions management - collate and distribute all applications to faculty, schedule faculty meetings to select finalists and to determine admission offers, schedule all Zoom interviews of candidates, inform non-selected candidates of their denial, inform candidates of admission offers, onboard new students into UGA system. (in spring)
• Faculty meeting management - generate and distribute agendas for bi-weekly faculty meetings in fall and spring semesters. Write minutes of meetings and distribute to faculty.
• Recruitment management - respond to prospective students with questions about the program, create advertising for online and print media.
• Event management - work with Program Director for events beyond classes.
• Communications - generate newsletters for both years of students and alumni, oversee social media channels and department Web site.
Percentage of time
40
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open