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:

Maintains visual integrity of Planetarium public, school and special event programs:

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

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

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

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

• Serves as astronomy information resource to public, teachers and students
• Assists in operation of Observatory and events
• 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