UCLA Film & Television Emerging Filmmakers is seeking Cinematography Production Coordinators for summer programs. There are multiple positions available with different end dates.

Appointment A: June 9th, 2025 – September 14th, 2025
Appointment B: June 9th, 2025 – July 19th, 2025

*Mandatory Training Session: June 9th & 18th, 2025

Cinematography Production Coordinators will work directly with the Pre-College Coordinator, the Director of Summer Programs, and the Pre-College Assistant Coordinator to support the UCLA Film & Television Emerging Filmmakers Cinematography and Film Production tracks.

During the summer, the Department of Film, Television, and Digital Media welcomes high school students, current UCLA students, visiting college students, and working professionals to study in a supportive environment that fosters community and diverse perspectives. This position is key to a successful summer and offers a dynamic and positive work environment where no two days are alike. Be a part of an amazing team dedicated to exceptional educational experiences for our students!

Candidates must have on-set experience, preferably as a cinematographer, assistant camera, or gaffer. Candidates must be reliable, communicative, and able to follow film production protocols. Candidates will work in an educational setting and must remain patient, calm under pressure, and able to problem-solve while mentoring students. Candidates must be willing to lead cinematography workshops and guide students on how to handle equipment and practice lighting set-ups.

This position is in-person. Hours will vary but are projected to be:

Prep Weeks (6/09 - 6/23): Part-time hours, approximately 10 – 20 hours per week.

Program Weeks (6/23 - 07/20): Full-time with weekend and evening hours the weeks of June 22nd, June 29th, July 6th, and July 13th, at approximately 30 – 40+ hours per week.

Wrap Out Weeks (8/04 - 9/14): Part-time hours, approximately 10 – 15 hours per week. Approximately full-time for Appointment A until 9/04.

Schedule and hours are subject to change.

To learn more about the programs this position supports, please take a look at our website: www.tft.ucla.edu/emerging-filmmakers

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience on-set is required.
• Previous experience in the camera department is required.
• Previous experience working with minors preferred.
• Previous experience with customer service or events management preferred.
• Must complete a fingerprinting/live scan background check with UCPD, a requirement for working with minors at UCLA.
• Must complete program-specific training in UCLA policies regarding minors, including, but not limited to CANRA, Title IX, and cyber security, as well as attend a golf cart training program.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Must be available some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Must be available to work in-person full-time during the program dates, with some overtime hours.
  

MAIN JOB DUTIES

• Inventory, manage, and store all program equipment and expendables.
• Lead afternoon labs, following the instructor’s curriculum.
• Manage logistics for classroom and lab needs (chairs, media carts, equipment, etc.).
• Coordinate with faculty & TAs to make sure students meet deadlines and requirements.
  

SUMMER PROGRAMS STAFF MUST:

• Comply with UCLA policies and procedures and act consistently with the University’s mission and guiding principles.
• Must complete program-specific training in UCLA policies regarding minors, including, but not limited to CANRA, Title IX, and cyber security, as well as attend a golf cart training program.
• Be well-versed on the UCLA Student Conduct Code and the policies of the UCLA Summer Sessions, as well as the Office of Residential Life policies, if applicable.
• Play an integral role in achieving the highest level of academic, personal, and social development for program participants.
• Help provide a safe learning environment by ensuring program rules, regulations, and safety expectations are followed.
• Be able to move above and beyond the basic requirements of tasks given to be proactive in supporting the students, instructors, staff, and programs.
• Be a self-starter and take pride in work well done and in a timely fashion.
  

COMPENSATION

• $25 - $28 Hourly Based on Experience

Interviews will be conducted in-person on-campus or over Zoom, and be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications come in.

If you have any questions, contact the Summer Programs Coordinator at summer2@tft.ucla.edu.

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