Film Institute Assistant Director

National High School Institute: This is a 10 week summer position, full-time (up until end of June part-time and full time day and evening commitment from June 25 – August 2nd. 2024.  Salary is $8,000 - $10,000 depending on experience.

This position is for the National High School Institute located in Evanston at Northwestern University.

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional, and personal development.

To apply:  please send a cover letter and resume to Jennifer.avery@northwestern.edu (this is preferred to applying through Handshake).

Pre-program:

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

-Prepare Staff Orientations

-Prepare Student Orientations

-Create Program Paperwork (Calendars, Orientations Materials, Covid Guidelines, Contact Sheets)

-Scheduling Students in Classes, Film Crews, Field Trips, Special Events

Day-to-day running of the program

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

-Schedule Students in Classes, Productions, Field Trips, Special Events

-Prepare agenda and assist in facilitation of daily institute meeting

-Coordinate and troubleshoot space allocation (this includes coordinating when faculty switch classrooms, assisting with technical and space use questions)

-Coordinate the daily printing of course paperwork and delivery to faculty

-Aid Dorm Director with student health appointments as needed

-Create and distribute regular correspondence with Faculty and Staff

-Prepare agenda for weekly faculty meetings, take notes, and distribute to Faculty/Staff

-Maintain Administrative Budget; log and submit receipts to the office

Special Events

Work with Director and Dorm Director to:

-Plan and execute Orientation Breakfast, Orientation Faculty Dinner (At Jenny’s House)     

-Event Plan the Banquet – worth with NHSI office to:

            -Communicate with venue, faculty/staff

            -Coordinate the setup and decoration of the venue

            -Coordinate strike

-Supervise purchase of student gifts

Requirements and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is an experienced educator/artist with extensive administrative experience and management skills and a passion for working with teenagers. Candidate must have a background in film production.

Additional qualifications/skills:

• Self-Motivated, Creative, Resourceful Educator/Artist
• Strong Work Ethic and Commitment to Teamwork
  Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with a variety of personalities.
  Strong Organizational Skills and Attention to Detail

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Film, Arts Education, Education or Arts Administration, preferably Master’s degree, or equivalent professional experience

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in teaching youth
• 2+years in film production
• Experience managing and supervising a team
• Valid Driver’s License

To apply:  please send a cover letter and resume to Jennifer.avery@northwestern.edu (this is preferred to applying through Handshake).

Job is open until filled.

"As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check. Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment." Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer