Assistant Director, Post Production Facilities

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Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Media Technologies & Productions, the Assistant Director of Production Facilities is responsible for overseeing the post-production team and managing Digital Post-production operations. This role ensures effective collaboration, streamlined workflows, and a productive environment aligned with departmental goals. The Assistant Director addresses technical and personnel challenges, maintains high standards of quality and efficiency, and ensures project deadlines are met. This is a hands-on position that supervises post-production personnel and oversees the technical maintenance of post-production environments, with a focus on workflow optimization, technical oversight, and resource management.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Provide leadership and guidance to Post Managers across Audio, Film, Photo, and Emerging Media facilities.
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and maintenance of Digital Post-production spaces, acting as the primary liaison for students, faculty, and staff.
• Support and troubleshoot post-production software and hardware (e.g., Avid Media Composer, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve).
• Coordinate end-of-semester screenings by working with faculty to identify and collect student projects, oversee the creation of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) for quality control and screenings, and collaborate with faculty and the Bright Family Screening Room staff to schedule project QCs and final screenings.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure software and hardware are maintained, updated, and repaired as needed.
• Collaborate closely with department heads, faculty, technical staff, and other stakeholders to assess needs and identify necessary upgrades and acquisitions for post-production facilities and equipment.
• Conduct comprehensive audits of existing post-production and Digital production workflow and facility utilization to identify and address bottlenecks, redundancies, and areas for improvement.
• Implement best practices, lean management techniques, and technology solutions to streamline operations, reduce waste, enhance productivity, and improve project management across facilities.
• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to optimize resource sharing and technological integration, sharing resources, knowledge, and technology to foster a more integrated and efficient use of post-production facilities.
• Develop and maintain a centralized database for scheduling equipment and facilities, ensuring optimal utilization, reducing conflicts, and minimizing downtime.
• Oversee the development and implementation of training materials and services to meet constituent needs, develop skills, and resolve issues, ensuring all users are proficient with new equipment or facility upgrades.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies for both self and team and identify professional development opportunities to enhance staff skills and capabilities.
• Ensure the proper and safe use of all facilities and equipment, with adequate supervision, to maintain a secure working environment for all users.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and innovative ideas from staff and users, aiming to enhance service quality and operational efficiencies continually.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned, including but not limited to overseeing project management for facility upgrades and equipment acquisitions, ensuring minimal operational disruption.

QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.

• A bachelor's degree in film production, media production, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of previous experience as a producer, director, editor, executive producer, or manager of significant projects through post-production is required, including experience in managing staff.
• Relevant student employment or academic experience in post-production will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

• Deep understanding of motion picture, television, and video production workflows.
• Proficiency in AVID Media Composer, Pro Tools, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, and platforms like Workday, Zendesk, and Webcheckout
• Meticulous attention to detail and high standards for quality.
• Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain current with industry trends and technology and to advise on strategic enhancements.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and work effectively with students.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand academic environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position is generally sedentary; movement throughout the area is required from time to time.
• Continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essential.
• Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds, reaching, lifting, stooping, and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding, and read fine print will be expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• This position works in a studio and an office environment.
• Exposed to moderate noise levels

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Compensation: $72,500.00 - $88,900.00 annually, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-09E

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Division: Division of Technology and Media

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

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