Planetarium Production Assistant; Part-Time Job Baltimore area,Maryland USA,Entertainment & Gaming

Position: Planetarium Production Assistant (Part-Time)
BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Maintains visual integrity of Planetarium public, school and special event programs; assists in the production of all Planetarium programs (public, school, special event); oversees production and presentation of school programs and development and distribution of teacher activity packets; performs duties, both programmatic and administrative, that contribute to departmental and MSC function.

Duties & Responsibilities:

o Assures that all Planetarium theater imagery meets high standard of quality
o Uploads and program digital imagery to the planetarium system
o Works with Producer and technical staff to resolve theater technical problems

Assists in the production of all Planetarium programs (public, school, special events):

o Contributes to program conceptualization, design and storyboarding
o Helps to research, write and edit Planetarium program scripts
o Assists in creation of new Planetarium programs

Performs duties, both programmatic and administrative, that contribute to departmental and MSC function:

o Serves as astronomy information resource to public, teachers and students
o Assists in operation of Observatory and events
o Remain current on current space science and astronomy topics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

Physical sciences, especially astronomy
Planetarium production and presentation techniques
Computer use, standard office software and Internet research techniques
General familiarity with the production process for an animated show. Editing skills ideal, but not necessary
Comfort & familiarity operating a computer
Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Premier Pro, Audition, etc. or similar programs

Skills:

Public speaking
Creative thinking

Abilities:

Be creative in a team production capacity
Work independently and part of a team
Learn other behind-the-scenes technical work
Lift up to 30-40 lbs. (telescopes)
Work in low lighting situations
Climb stairs
Use computers for extended periods of time
Operate telescopes

Education:

College degree in science, education, animation, audio/video production, or related field.

Experience:

1-3 years in Planetarium field, animation, audio/video production, or related field.

Basic Requirements:

Must be able to pass background check

Supervision Received:

Digital Systems Manager

Compensation:

$15.50/hour

Hours:

15-20 hours per week

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Benefits:

Sick & Safe Leave
Retirement Savings Plan
Free on-site parking

EOE/M/F/H/V. No phone calls please.