Projectionist

Reports To: Technical Director, Theater

About Us: The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) gathers audiences, students and filmmakers to experience the joy of film, and to learn about the craft, ourselves, and each other. As a nonprofit cultural and educational institution located in Pleasantville, NY, the JBFC is dedicated to presenting the best of independent narrative, documentary, and world cinema, promoting visual literacy, and making film a vibrant part of the community. Learn more about the organization at burnsfilmcenter.org

Position Objectives:

The Projectionist is responsible for providing an optimal exhibition experience to all JBFC guests through the expert operation of all JBFC projection, audio, and automation equipment in support of the activities of the Film Center and its educational programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains digital, 35 mm, and 16 mm projection and audio equipment.
• Thoroughly inspects all film and digital media as it arrives, and properly and promptly completes corresponding inspection reports.
• Conducts routine and as needed equipment maintenance, as assigned by the Technical Director or Booth Manager.
• Works closely with other projectionists and staff to ensure professional presentation and quality work environment.
• Collaborates with the Technical Director or Booth Manager to implement and maintain systems for organized workflow, optimizing productivity and efficiency, and extends this cooperative understanding to fellow projectionists.
• Collaborates with the Technical Director or Booth Manager to plan and to implement new booth procedures and policies to improve and maintain high standards for presentation quality.
• Works closely with the Technical Director and Booth Manager to coordinate and execute all daily operations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attends all mandatory training and workshops, as required and specified by the JBFC.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Director of Theater Operations.

Preferred Experience and Qualities:

• A passion for high-quality film presentation and creating a positive movie going experience for both general screenings and school groups.
• Solid foundation skills in and experience with 35mm film, 16mm film, and DCP digital projection, and various digital media, numerous software packages, data management systems and media equipment.
• The ability to quickly understand and absorb a wide variety of technologies.
• Working knowledge of Macintosh and Windows operating systems and programs.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• The ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Bachelor’s degree in film or work experience equivalent preferred.

Ideal Applicants Would Have:

• A willingness to learn new skills and keep up with changing technologies.

Start Date: ASAP

The Projectionist is a flexible full-time position on location at the JBFC Theater.

Hours: Shifts may vary Monday–Sunday, 8:00am-1:00am; evening, weekend, and holiday work is required as duties demand.

Salary Range: $45,000 – $48,000

The JBFC offers an excellent benefit package, including:

• Generous PTO and sick leave
• Employer-paid and supplemented Paid Family Leave (PFL) for eligible employee
• Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for staff members, including a company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to cover deductibles, as well as the option to fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 403(b) plan (employer-matching).
• Option to participate in the TransitChek commuter benefits program, which allows you to fund a Metro North or NYC Subway card with pretax deductions.
• Office located across the street from Metro North station (Harlem Line).

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with “Projectionist 26” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

Unsure if you should apply? Research indicates that some candidates are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100 percent of the listed qualifications. If this is you, and you believe you would excel in this position, we strongly encourage you to submit your application.  We are actively recruiting candidates with diverse work experiences, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, and abilities. We believe all work experience has value, and are fully considering all applicants with a strong desire to help us fulfill our mission, including candidates who are making career-focus shifts or returning from employment gaps. Please use your cover letter as an opportunity to express your interest in JBFC’s mission and programs, and how you envision yourself contributing as a member of our team.

Our organization participates in the E-Verify Program.

The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, sex, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic predisposition and/or carrier status, disability, age, religion, marital status, national origin or citizenship status, veteran status, or any other classification as protected by law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for positions to be filled. Please inform the JBFC if you need any assistance with the instructions provided to participate in our application process. Questions and concerns may be directed to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.