Film Production Manager/ Instructor

2 months ago

Vancouver, Canada InFocus Film School Full time

**Job Overview**:
The role of a Film Production Manager is crucial in any film production, and it becomes even more significant in a film school setting where students are learning the ropes of filmmaking. Here's an overview of the responsibilities and skills required for a Film Production Manager/Instructor in a film school.

**Responsibilities**:

- General management of the Film Production Program to ensure it is running smoothly and that schedules and timelines are created and maintained
- Teaching a minimum of 18 hours per week including supervision of student film shoots
- Coordinate the learning environment, including the accurate and timely recording of attendance, grades, feedback, and other associated duties
- Advise and advance revisions to our curriculum and project-based educational model
- Adapt to an existing curriculum to help deliver high-quality lesson plans and maintain a unified curriculum.
- Recruit and onboard new instructors monitor the success of instructors, and chair teacher’s meetings to improve the student experience
- Maintain the quality of the program and respond to student complaints and feedback
- Organize, plan, and deliver classes.
- Teach First AD Classes and Production Mentorships
- Create schedules for each cohort’s quarterly roll-out;
- Coordinate courses for effective program delivery;
- Conduct meetings with students as required in conjunction with the Student Services department for policy, attendance, and behavior concerns;
- Support the roll-out of Film Production Program orientations, meet-and-greets, and other events related to the Film Production Program;
- Manage staff and contractors supporting the Film Production Program;
- Support the learning objectives of the Film Production Program and ensure student success through all stages of the program and beyond;
- Review the program regularly and ensure the execution of weekly schedule and/or production changes is effectively communicated and rolled out to instructors and students;
- Schedule, and onboard teachers
- Organize courses, shoots, graduations, and rollout of modules
- Oversee curriculum and program evolution
- Monitor student satisfaction, evaluate surveys, and, if necessary, act on student feedback to ensure program effectiveness;
- Resolve student disputes and complaints and escalate to Student Services if necessary
- Solve problems and develop plans to resolve issues that arise in the program
- Delegate project tasks to team members and oversee their success
- Coordinate with the Operations and Gear Departments to ensure resources are available when required in the program;
- Collaborate with the Accounting Department to set budgets and ensure the profitability and financial success of the program;
- Other duties, including managerial tasks, as needed.
- **Skills and Qualifications**:_

1. **Organizational Skills**:

- Strong ability to plan and organize multiple tasks efficiently.

2. **Communication Skills**:

- Effective verbal and written communication skills.

3. **Problem-solving**:

- Ability to address and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.

4. **Leadership/Teaching**
- Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate a diverse group of students.

5. **Technical Knowledge**:

- Familiarity with film equipment and production processes.

6. **Budgeting**:

- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management.

7. **Collaboration**:

- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and external partners.

8. **Adaptability**:

- Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected challenges.

**Experience**:

- Diploma or degree in film production or a related field from an accredited institution
- 5+ years of working experience in the film industry. Experience on both union and non-union sets an asset.
- Past teaching experience a strong asset
- Knowledge of current industry standards and practices, ideally on a cross-disciplinary level. Ability to identify points of strengths and weaknesses in a curriculum.
- Good leadership and problem-solving skills with the ability to foster a collaborative and cooperative environment among students and faculty
- Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
- Ability and willingness to adapt to changing technologies & educational practices
- Deep interest in cultivating exceptional artists and dedication to managing individual student needs

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$73,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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