STUDENT-Park Productions - Equipment Manager

Ithaca College•Ithaca, NY

11h

About The Position

The Equipment Manager maintains, organizes, and prepares Park Productions equipment so shoots run smoothly. The role requires strong technical knowledge of filmmaking tools, organizational skills, and weekly gear preparation. The position is open only to current Ithaca College students majoring in the Park School of Communication. The Equipment Manager is scheduled for approximately two office hours per week—one at the beginning and one at the end of the week—and attends a 45-minute team meeting each week. Additional visits may be needed to prepare or turn around gear, depending on the shoot schedule, so flexibility during the week is important. The hiring rate is $16.30 per hour. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by Sunday, November 1.

Requirements

Must be a current Ithaca College student majoring in the Park School of Communication.
Strong knowledge of filmmaking tools and equipment, including camera, lighting, and sound equipment.
Strong communication skills and ability to remain reachable by email, phone, text, or other channels.
Generally available during the week to stop by the office for quick tasks.
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines reliably, and complete preparation without direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience using WebCheckout (PPECS’ checkout system) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and organize equipment stored in the Park Productions office, keeping the workspace orderly for shared use.
Manage and track cameras, lenses, lighting, grip equipment, and audio gear.
Inspect equipment and ensure it is properly stored shortly after each shoot.
Coordinate with the Director and/or Director of Photography before shoots to confirm required gear and lenses.
Insert and format SD cards for cameras and audio recorders, and stage all gear the day before production.
Charge Canon and Sony batteries after each event.
Maintain working knowledge of the camera menu systems and core equipment functions used by the team.
Use office hours to become proficient with the equipment; perform basic upkeep, cleaning, and minor repairs when possible, and send issues beyond basic repair to Christian at PPECS.
Attend all Pro Unit meetings to monitor upcoming shoot dates and equipment requirements, and address gear needs in advance.
Recommend future equipment purchases based on production needs and long-term value, researching proposed gear before making recommendations.
Serve as a resource to the production team on filmmaking tools and equipment.
Remain generally available during the week for quick office tasks and maintain consistent, reachable communication.
Work independently, manage deadlines reliably, and complete preparation without direct supervision.