"Part-time Virtual Production Specialist"

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Part-time Virtual Production Specialist

Position Type
Regular

Job Number
SA68124

Full or Part Time
part-time 0-19 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification
Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range
$31.73 - $38.46

Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Production Support Manager, the Virtual Production Specialist will provide technical guidance and support for Dodge College Virtual Production workflows and pipelines. This position is responsible for supervising ingestion of media assets, providing on-set technical guidance for LED wall infrastructures, and assisting with related media management of Virtual Production filming. The Virtual Production Specialist is responsible for delivering on-set support to students, faculty, and staff utilizing advanced tools and VP workflows for complex technical shoots including previs, s techvis, virtual cameras and other related technologies. Additionally, the Virtual Production Specialist will provide configuration and technical support for associated technologies including LED wall panels, motion-tracking systems, virtual production engines, RT servers, and other related virtual production elements, materials, and tools. This position will assist with events and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Dodge College Virtual Production Studio and Workflow Support

• Support Virtual Production on-set or remote studio sessions with students, faculty, and staff. Provides technical supervision and support of Virtual Production shoots, LED wall, operation of virtual and cinema cameras, incorporation of Unreal Engine, ingestion of VFX plates, real-time playback, and transfer of related media assets
• Maintain and support Virtual Production equipment including cameras, tracking systems, playback engines, servers, LED panels, design software, and related components
• Maintain relationships with repair vendors, schedule and track out-of-house repairs
• Service equipment as needed
• Regularly inspect and evaluate equipment for integrity, operation, and safety
• Interface and interact with Information Systems and Technology staff to support and troubleshoot related technologies, networking interfaces and protocols, system hardware and associated infrastructure
• Assist with setup of various events

Dodge College Virtual Production Training and System Support

• Provide technical guidance and related instructional support to students, faculty and associated technical operations staff
• Provide documentation and instructional guides on the proper use, handling, operations, and procedures of LED volumes, studio space, and related hardware
• Assist with the hiring and training of student support staff
• Create weekly schedules and track hours/expenses
• Provide additional support to Director of Production and Technical Operations, Production Support Manager, Production Support Team and other staff as needed
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of functionality related to professional motion picture and broadcast production equipment including but not limited to digital cinema cameras, lenses, lighting, sound, grip and electric for Media and Entertainment (M&E) Production
• Experience with VFX and Virtual Production pipeline development
• Experience with Virtual Production and related workflows, including image capture, camera tracking, MoCap, VCam, Scanning and Simulcam technologies, volumetric capture, interactive lighting, and in-camera VFX
• Experience with related Virtual Production tools and technologies, including Disguise, Mo-Sys, Zero Density, Perforce, Unreal Engine, Unity, Python, Physics Based Rendering ( PBR ) materials, and other related emerging technologies
• Ability to effectively collaborate with others in complex situations, maintain on-set etiquette, fulfil production roles, and supervise stage/studio protocols
• Working knowledge of media and entertainment production within the context of Virtual Production, Plate Capture and Conform, and associated On-Set Infrastructure
• Exceptionally detail oriented while maintaining high volume of work with quick turnaround
• Strong writing skills for communicating with supervisors, faculty, staff, and vendors
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt to frequent interruptions
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain confidentiality in both oral and written communication
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook
• Undergraduate degree in film production, entertainment technology, computer science, broadcast engineering, or related field

Desired Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience
• Computer Science, IT, or Information Systems formal specialized training and/or related background and experience
• Experience in an educational setting

Special Instructions to Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Minimum Number of References
2

Maximum Number of References
3

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. 3 References Listed on One Page

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2