"Temporary Urban Video Project Assistant"

Temporary Urban Video Project Assistant

Job #: 042501

Location: Syracuse NY

Pay Range: $18.00 Per Hour

Hours: 10-12 hours/week in the office, flexible during regular business hours of 9:00am-5:00pm. Additional hours for occasional event support evenings and weekends as needed.

Job Description:

This position works directly with the UVP Program Director to carry out mission critical activities for this public media arts program centered around an architectural projection on the façade of the Everson Museum in downtown Syracuse. The UVP technical assistant assists in day-to-day operations, including projection monitoring, graphic design of promotional materials, shooting and editing of documentation videos and photographs, assisting the Program Director in the field with technical troubleshooting, and providing technical oversight for some 'community night' events.

Education and Experience:

• Applicants should have a significant background in or demonstrable familiarity with and interest in media arts.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in media art or related field preferred but not required.
• Requires familiarity with Mac computers, projection equipment, videography and photography equipment, video editing, photo editing, and graphic design.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Significant experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Premiere.
• Experience with videography, sound recording, graphic design and photography.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities:

• The UVP Assistant will work in Light Work offices in Watson Hall on a regular but flexible schedule for 10-12 hour per week. Additional hours monitoring the weekly projection remotely, as well as occasional event support on nights/weekends as needed.

About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112089