Description Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Projection Engineering, the Projection Engineer will be responsible for the technical upgrades, technical operation and maintenance of the Academy’s presentation facilities including the Samuel Goldwyn Theater, Linwood Dunn Theater, David Geffen Theater, and Ted Mann Theater.The hourly union wage for this role is $58.33.Duties and Responsibilities: Facilitate the installation of new equipment, schedule regular maintenance and be able to perform software upgrades with manufacturer representatives. Maintain the four Academy theaters’ state-of-the-art equipment already in service; resolve problems that occur. Work with the projection staff to provide support for the ever-expanding technical requirements of the Academy’s programs. Implement the Theater Standards Committee’s initiatives and projects and Academy Tech Council programs. Provide support for other Academy divisions as determined by the office of Projection Engineering.Position Requirements Qualifications and Requirements: This is a Local 695 Union position, membership required. Candidates should have experience in installation and alignment of motion picture projection and sound systems, knowledge and ability to manage complex systems and the ability to create necessary documentation. Knowledge of current sound system controllers (Audio Architect & Dante), amplifiers, digital routing systems, digital signal processing and theater automation systems (Crestron). A thorough understanding of laser digital cinema, 16mm, 35mm, 70mm projection systems and digital cinema servers is desired. A strong background in installation and implementation of electronic equipment and systems is necessary. Candidate must be capable of understanding and using the programming and software applications for installed systems. Knowledge in networking infrastructure is a plus. BSEE or equivalent experience. The candidate will be required to interact with in-house projection staff, Academy members and technical committees. The position requires the ability to speak fluent English with strong reading and writing skills. Film post-production knowledge desired. Flexibility to work nights and weekend when needed.If hired, we require all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed as determined on a case-by-case basis. #LI-DNIFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Projection Engineer Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Open Date 8/18/2023 Location Los Angeles About the Organization The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.EOE Statement The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is important to the Academy. The Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. Also, to help foster diversity, the Academy uses programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity. This position is currently accepting applications.