Post-Production Adjunct Training Instructor

About Us

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 25 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.

Department Information

The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) is a professional organization, a unit of the University System of Georgia, that is committed to leading and advancing the entertainment arts industry and its workforce in Georgia. The GFA supports the Georgia Film Consortium (GFC), which is a unique state-wide collaboration of institutions of the University System of Georgia, Technical College System of Georgia and Independent institutions who offer professional courses in film, television, digital entertainment, Esports and game development.

The GFA promotes rigorous professional training and supports opportunities for film and television production craft internships and placement in creative industries, apprenticeships and jobs in an effort to build a permanent and sustainable industry in the state. On behalf of the USG, TCSG, and their institutions, as well as private higher education institutions in Georgia who choose to use its resources, the GFA is dedicated to the development of both Georgia's workforce and the industry which will utilize it.

Responsibilities

• Teach Post-Production pathway courses on a semesterly basis.
  • Manage courses through systematic use of syllabi and online student learning management system (D2L).
  • Keep accurate records of students' class performance, attendance, and grades; evaluate students for consideration for internship program.
  • Submit attendance and grade reporting as required per institutional deadlines.
  • Teach, train, advise and mentor students to help them develop skills necessary to join the film industry workforce in Georgia.
• Handle and complete various administrative responsibilities associated with class management.
• Communicate effectively with students, instructors, and staff.
• Attend and participate in All-Instructor Conference at the start of each semester

Required Qualifications

• A combination of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree in the qualifying field and ten or more years widely recognized industry work experience on professional Feature Film/TV sets.
  • Significant recognized experience in the film industry (ten or more years) related to course content.
  • Specialized training in course content.
  • Specialized certification in course content.
• Evidence of deep, wide-ranging knowledge in a variety of current industry standards and practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, PowerPoint, working with laptop and projector basic knowledge. Familiarity of online learning management systems a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred, but not required:
  • Avid Certified Instructor
  • Teaching experience
  • Membership in course content-related guild or trade union
• Instructors' credentials, credits, and work experience must be recognized and respected by industry.

Required Documents to Attach

Unofficial transcripts must be attached. Official transcripts must be submitted within one month of the hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse functions of delivering instruction in higher education:
  • Skill in communication and presentation of instruction.
  • Organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
  • In-depth expertise in at least one of the following crafts and/or specialty areas: Non-Linear Editing (Long or Short form); Sound Editing and Sound Design; Color Correction (Colorist); Visual FX; Compositing
• Expertise in the operation of various professional non-linear editing systems, such as Premiere, Avid Media Composer, Avid Pro Tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc., with a focus on practical skills and essential knowledge of editing.
• Understanding of file management, footage logs, timecodes, proxies, edit decision lists (EDLs).
• Knowledge of the importance of synchronization, transitions, simple effects, basic audio mixing and file exports.
• Knowledge of the terminology, department hierarchy, history and theory of editing and sound design.
• Awareness and understanding of current post-production industry standards and workflow practices.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this organization, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

• This work may involve standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, lifting, sitting at a computer for long periods and operating industry standard post-production equipment.
• This work is typically performed in a classroom and/or computer lab.
• Candidate must have reliable transportation to report to assigned teaching site, which may vary by course and semester.
• Some classes are taught online, thereby knowledge of remote systems (i.e. Splashtop, etc.), would be helpful.

Background Check

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.

For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted. The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.

Organization

Join the esteemed ranks of the University System of Georgia (USG) faculty and staff, where your expertise and passion contribute to one of the largest and most dynamic higher education systems in the United States. As a member of the USG community, you will be among more than 340,000 students enrolled across 25 public institutions, from comprehensive research universities to access-oriented colleges, nurturing the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders.

Each year, the USG proudly confers more than 70,000 degrees across a multitude of disciplines, reflecting our unwavering commitment to academic diversity and lifelong learning. This monumental accomplishment is achieved through the dedication of our world-class faculty and highly skilled staff, whose collaborative efforts foster an environment of excellence and discovery.

The USG's economic footprint totaled more than $17 billion this past fiscal year. This not only bolsters the state's economy but also positions Georgia as a nexus of culture, research, and innovation. Our faculty and staff are at the forefront of this impact, driving forward initiatives that resonate on both a local and global scale.

Join us at the University System of Georgia, where your expertise will shape the future of education and research.