CONTRACT POSITION: Summer Camp Coordinator
START DATE: May 2022
COMPENSATION: $7,000 total
WORK HOURS: Full time. May – Aug 2022.

WHO WE ARE: The Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of filmmaking by inspiring and championing the work of screenwriters, filmmakers, and all artists who use the language of film and television to tell a story. While working for this critically recognized organization, applicants are expected to be able to work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, team-oriented production environment. In such an environment, the ability to work well under pressure, excellent communication skills, and intense organization skills are a must.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:  The responsibilities of the Summer Film Camp Coordinator include but are not limited to:

• Must follow and adhere to the class curriculum
• Attend a 2 hour orientation
• Maintains a daily schedule based on class curriculum
• Must complete all class film projects prior to the end of each camp session
• Works closely with the Young Filmmakers Program Director and Summer Camp Coordinator to give constant updates on class progress, issues, etc.
• Provides direct supervision, discipline and rule enforcement for the safety of all campers
• Must be able to communicate and work cooperatively with parents, children and staff
• Must notify Executive Director and YFP Director of any and all safety issues in a timely manner and in writing
• Attends and assists with Summer Film Camp Showcase (Sunday, August 8^th)
• Keeps the integrity and mission statement of AFF

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize constant changes and multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal skills and time management skills
• Maintain high standards of professionalism
• Previous teaching experience with children/students is preferred

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Completed AFF Application
• Current resume with at least three references
• Cover letter
• Completed Workwolf Packfinder Assessment

CONTRACT POSITION: Summer Camp Instructor
START DATE: June 2022

We are seeking instructors for the following sessions:

• Filmmaking 101:
  • Session 1: June 13^th – 17^th (9AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 2: June 20^th – 24^th (9AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 3: June 27^th – July 1^st (9AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Full Day, Session 4: July 5^th – 8^th (10 AM – 4 PM) *
  • Session 5: July 11^th – 15^th (9AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 6: July 18^th – 22^nd (9AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 7: July 25^th – 29^th (9AM – 12:30 PM)

• Claymation Creations:
  • Session 1: June 13^th – 17^th (1:30 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 2: June 20^th – 24^th (1:30 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 3: June 27^th – July 1^st (1:30 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 4: July 11^th – 15^th (1:30 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 5: July 18^th – 22^nd (1:30 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 6: July 25^th – 29^th (1:30 PM – 4 PM)

• Script to Screen:
  • Session 1: June 6^th – 17^th (1 PM – 5 PM)
  • Session 2: June 27^th – July 1^st (9 AM – 5 PM)
  • Session 3: July 5^th – 8^th (10 AM – 5 PM)
  • Session 4: July 11^th – 15^th (9 AM – 5 PM)
  • Session 5: July 18^th – 22^nd (9 AM – 5 PM)
  • Session 6: July 25^th – 29^th (9 AM – 5 PM)

• Smartphone Filmmaking 101 (VIRTUAL):
  • Session 1: June 6^th – 10^th (11AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 2: June 13^th – 17^th (11AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Session 3: June 20^th – 24^th (11AM – 12:30 PM)

• Script to Smartphone Screen (VIRTUAL):
  • Session 1: June 6^th – 10^th (2 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 2: June 13^th – 17^th (2 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 3: June 20^th – 24^th (2 PM – 4 PM)

• Writing for Video Games (VIRTUAL):
  • Session 1: June 27^th – July 1^st (2 PM – 4 PM)
  • Session 2: July 11^th – 15^th (2 PM – 4 PM)

COMPENSATION:

• Claymation Creations: $600
• Filmmaking 101: $600
• Full Day Filmmaking 101: $850*
• Script to Screen: $1,200
• Four Day Script to Screen: $850*
• Smartphone Filmmaking 101: $250
• Script to Smartphone Screen: $250
• Writing for Video Games: $300

WORK HOURS: Full Class Period (indicated below) as well as a 2-hour orientation and ~ 20 hours of curriculum prep.

WHO WE ARE: The Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of filmmaking by inspiring and championing the work of screenwriters, filmmakers, and all artists who use the language of film and television to tell a story. While working for this critically recognized organization, applicants are expected to be able to work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, team-oriented production environment. In such an environment, the ability to work well under pressure, excellent communication skills, and intense organization skills are a must.

OVERVIEW OF THE JOB: Austin Film Festival is seeking virtual and in-person instructors for its upcoming 20^th Annual Summer Film Camp. Classes are offered for age groups 9-18, and run as one or two week long sessions. Class times vary depending on class topic. Summer Film Camp runs from June 6 through July 29. Instructors are responsible for the planning and the supervision of daily camp activities, including carrying out the approved AFF curriculum for their assigned class. Instructors will need to provide information for background check.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: For specific information on classes, visit https://austinfilmfestival.com/summer-camps-and-classes_2021/

WHAT YOU WILL DO:  The responsibilities of the Summer Film Camp Instructor include but are not limited to:

• Must follow and adhere to the class curriculum
• Attend a 2 hour orientation
• Maintains a daily schedule based on class curriculum
• Must complete all class film projects prior to the end of each camp session
• Works closely with the Young Filmmakers Program Director and Summer Camp Coordinator to give constant updates on class progress, issues, etc.
• Provides direct supervision, discipline and rule enforcement for the safety of all campers
• Must be able to communicate and work cooperatively with parents, children and staff
• Must notify Executive Director and YFP Director of any and all safety issues in a timely manner and in writing
• Attends and assists with Summer Film Camp Showcase (Sunday, August 8^th)
• Keeps the integrity and mission statement of AFF

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in film) from an Accredited University required
• A background in animation (for Claymation Creations Camp)
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro and/or Premiere editing software, cameras, and other multimedia equipment
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize constant changes and multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal skills and time management skills
• Maintain high standards of professionalism
• Previous teaching experience with children/students is preferred

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Completed AFF Application
• Current resume with at least three references
• Cover letter
• Completed Workwolf Packfinder Assessment

FILMMAKING 101

(Ages 9-12) This session introduces young creatives to the thrill and challenge of filmmaking. Campers learn basic filmmaking skills using provided equipment, then team up with their peers to make their very own short films. With the wide variety of available shooting locations at First Baptist Church of Austin, campers can truly bring their stories to life in this class. At the end of the week, campers will receive a link to their work. No previous filmmaking to video editing experience is required.

CLAYMATION CREATIONS

(Ages 9-12) Claymation Creations introduces campers to the exciting world of stop-motion animation. Using cameras, clay, and basic software applications, campers learn to tell stories frame-by-frame. To complete each stage of production, campers work in collaborative groups to design storyboards, build worlds out of clay, and edit their films. This class includes a mix of classroom and lab time. Campers receive a link to their Claymation projects after each week. No previous animation or video editing experience is required.

SCRIPT TO SCREEN

(Ages 13-18) This class is for teens who want to learn how to make their very own narrative-driven short films. Campers will discover the power of storytelling and transform their ideas into proper screenplays before creating fully-realized short films of their own. Over the course of this class, students will learn the fundamentals of screenwriting, directing, cinematography, sound design, and editing.

SMARTPHONE FILMMAKING 101 – VIRTUAL

(Ages 10-13) This class is designed for the young filmmaker stuck at home. Campers will learn what makes a compelling image as well as the basics of filmmaking and editing on a smartphone. Think remote learning meets Summer Film Camp. Class will be held on Zoom Video Conferencing.

SCRIPT TO SMARTPHONE SCREEN – VIRTUAL

(Ages 13-18) A good film comes from a good story. Story is where it all begins. In this in-depth virtual workshop, students will learn fundamentals of screenwriting as well as techniques for at home filmmaking. We’ll take campers through the entire process, from crafting an idea, to producing, staging, and shooting a short film all with the resources students have at home! Classes will be held on Zoom Video Conferencing instructed by local filmmakers and arts educators who will provide hands-on projects to take your student’s home video to the next level.

WRITING FOR VIDEO GAMES – VIRTUAL

(Ages 10-13) To write a video game is to image and bring to life an immersive world. Perhaps you don’t notice it while you’re playing, but video games are all about story. During this session, campers will get an introductory course on video game writing, world-building, and the fundamentals of Twine – an easy-to-use software for interactive fiction. Students will develop their own video game concept and learn how to translate that concept to a script.