Production Supervisor, Paramount Soundstage

Emerson College•Boston, MA

8d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor works weekends when student or class productions are scheduled and weekdays when coverage is needed for staff vacancies. This role is part of a small group of freelancers that could be scheduled as needed and available. The facility is dedicated to helping to fulfill the School of Film, cinematography, and production curriculum, through classes and student productions. The Soundstage team provides students and faculty equipment, training, and assistance to develop the skills needed to create cinematic stories in a soundstage environment. The Paramount Film Soundstage is part of the Technologies and Production department (MTP), which sits within the Production Facilities, key areas where students learn the real-life skills of the communications industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Video/Television/Film Production, Broadcast preferred
5-7 years of film production, live event supervision and crew management required
Understanding of Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro CC, or DaVinci Resolve
Digital Cameras: Canon C300, Canon C70, Sony FS5
Film Cameras: Arri SR1, Aaton LTR
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
Knowledge of professional film production procedures.
A basic understanding of film and digital cameras, LED, Tungsten, and HMI lighting units, grip, and audio equipment.
General knowledge of video/computer equipment
Maintenance/repair skills
Ability to sit or stand for long periods
Ability to concentrate for short and long periods
Requires ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs
Ability to climb ladders

Nice To Haves

Stage operations experience preferred

Responsibilities

General oversight of the Paramount Film Soundstage during their shifts.
Maintaining a safe and inviting environment for students, staff, and faculty.
Oversee and guide a team of two or three student staff while ensuring a high quality of user services.
Assist, support, and troubleshoot student and faculty use of the Paramount Soundstage lighting, grip, audio, and camera equipment.
Train faculty, students, and classes in the Paramount Film Soundstage equipment and safe production procedures.
Assist student productions in problem-solving a wide range of potential issues with cameras, rigging lights, and building sets.
Ensure that the use of the space conforms to Emerson's rules and regulations.
Maintain careful oversight over the safety of people and equipment.
Communicate equipment repairs and installations with the Manager.
Perform base-level maintenance and repairs.