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:

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.