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Topic: FWD: Job Opening: PFA Print Coordinator

William Hooper
Phenomenal Film Handler

Posts: 1879
From: Mobile, AL USA
Registered: Jun 99

posted 10-10-2005 03:24 AM

The University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs of visual art and visual culture. For more information on our programs, visit the BAM/PFA website at http://www.bampfa.berkeley.edu/

Duties: The Print Coordinator plans and executes all PFA exhibition shipping and receiving activities and provides technical and administrative support to four film curators. Schedule shipping and receiving for approximately 90 films and videos per month, each with its own timeline. Track shipments en route; intervene as needed to ensure that all items arrive and return on time. Verify format, condition, running time and version of film/video for exhibition.

Package shipments in accordance with film handling standards; ship to meet deadlines. Because programming is international, assure compliance with international, federal, and UC shipping policies and procedures. Maintain complex and precise record keeping systems.

Prepare detailed estimates, reconcile shipping expenses and prepare final reports. Assist with preparation of grant proposals and reports. Coordinate with PFA Theater Managers and projectionists to create and maintain technical records of exhibition media and their presentation. Organize research materials shared among film curators.

Proofread database as well as printed materials. Coordinate a variety of exhibition projects with PFA curators. Oversee production of flyers. Assist with special set-ups and other technical needs, and duplicating tapes. Assist with production of booklets and brochures for PFA audiences. Provide general administrative assistance.

Requirements and Qualifications: Film and video technical and
historical knowledge and handling experience. Familiarity with
professional standards of presentation. Demonstrated experience
keeping detailed, accurate and precise records, organizing complex tasks, and meeting deadlines. Film and video shipping experience, both domestic and international. Ability to anticipate problems, help implement solutions, and follow through to achieve desired goals. A collaborative and diplomatic approach to working with others and resolving problems. Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills. Reliable attendance in past employment.

Proficiency with Macintosh applications including FileMaker Pro,
Excel, Microsoft Word, Eudora, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat.
Legible handwriting. Valid California Driver License and safe driving record. Clearance for heavy lifting and carrying up to 65 pounds.

Hours: This is a 100% position (40 hrs/wk), Monday through Friday.
Must be available to work occasional weekend or evening hours,
especially during festivals.

Salary: Annual salary range is $30,720 to $33,408, with an excellent benefits package and three weeks vacation.

Deadline: Applications must be received by October 26, 2005

To Apply: Visit http://jobs.berkeley.edu and search for keyword 3517 (the job number for this position), and follow the application process detailed on the website. To be considered, applications must be completed through the campus online website. If you have trouble completing the online application call 510-643-4443 between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm for assistance.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. We offer a diverse working environment, competitive
salaries, and comprehensive benefits.

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