Film Production Student Assistant

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Film Production Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the Film program by assisting faculty, staff, and students with equipment management, studio organization, production support, and media-related projects. This position provides students with hands‑on experience using professional filmmaking equipment while developing organizational, technical, and collaborative skills essential to careers in the film and media industries.

Essential Functions

The Film work study position is responsible for promoting the film program through high school outreach and social media. The Film work study will also create film equipment tutorials, serve as a tutor for film students and assist with studio duties.

Qualifications

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to shoot, write and edit engaging social media reels
• Knowledge of Premiere Pro, camera equipment, and strong writing skills;
• Team player with a willingness to help and mentor students;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• The employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA

Required Education

Current full-time UIW Communication Arts student.

Required Work Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of FILM 1340 Electric, Grip and Production Safety.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

n/a

Work Hours

Flexible

Physical Demands

Ability to lift equipment, tools, and/or materials weighing up to 25 lbs. waist-high

Posting Number

Posting Number STU
1666PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Students

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/24/2026

Multi-Hire Pool No

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Communication Arts Department Chair

Salary $12/hr

Open Date

Open Date 08/03/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

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