New York Film Academy, Los AngelesNew York Film Academy is committed to an inclusive work culture where people’s thoughts, ideas, concerns, and cultures are valued and respected.We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and those sharing in our commitment to inclusivity.NYFA is a vaccine-mandated campus.
All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment.
JOB DESCRIPTION:The New York Film Academy is seeking Technical Assistants (TAs) for several part-time positions.As a Technical Assistant for New York Film Academy your responsibilities would cover a wide range of duties including, but not limited to the following:Assist instructors and students in classes and class shoots (either offsite or on campus) with film gear that could include: cameras (digital/film) sound, and gripProvide tech support and industry knowledge to students and staffTo be able to drive up to 16 foot vehicles and properly pack and secure equipmentOversee students and ensure their safety as well as the equipmentCrew on in class student shootsResponsible for collecting media and drop off to appropriate departmentsBe able to set up and breakdown during events, as well as filmingTo be able to transport students and staff in passenger vans.Support Facilities as well as other departments if needed Experience, Education and Skills:Certification and/or related degree in filmmakingGreat customer servicePositive CAN DO attitudeAbility to stay current in the film industryA valid driver’s licenseAbility to use and maintain equipment including, but not limited to:Grip and Electric equipmentSound equipment for on set and field mixingDigital Cameras Cinema and DSLRS, Film 16mm and 35mm camerasAbility to lift 50-100 lbs., reach overhead and climb laddersThis job REQUIRES some proficiency of camera (DSLR, RED, Film, OR Sound)Note to Applicant:Only applicants with completed online application along with attached resume will be considered.
The New York Film Academy was founded in 1992 on the belief that a top-quality education in filmmaking should be accessible to anyone with the drive and ambition to make films.
The school opened at Robert De Niro’s Tribeca Film Center in New York City and has expanded worldwide to include campuses in New York; Los Angeles; Miami; and Gold Coast, Australia.The mission of the New York Film Academy is to educate students interested in the field of visual storytelling.
NYFA courses have been designed to increase students’ creativity and technical expertise through an intense regimen of hands-on and classroom instruction.
The Academy’s goal is to enrich its students as visual storytellers by helping them realize their personal artistic visions.
NYFA’s expectations center on the growth of each student as a creative individual.
NYFA is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
New York Film Academy (“NYFA”) is an equal opportunity employer.
Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.