2023 Summer Camp Counselors Filmmaking and Camp Counselor Stop-Animation

Jacob Burns Film Center

• Position Objectives:

The Jacob Burns Film Center is seeking Camp Counselors to be part of the team of educators at its Media Arts Lab Summer Camps. The Camp Counselor is a role that supports the Camp Instructor and works closely with campers grades 6-12 on a daily basis, leading them through collaborative film and stop-motion animation projects. These creative projects will be 1–3 minutes long with a strong emphasis on storytelling, peer feedback, and collaboration.

Days are structured with two short 10-minute breaks and a 1-hour lunch break that counselors are responsible for monitoring. Counselors will also help lead small groups in brainstorming, filming (onsite and offsite), animating, and editing their short projects, while simultaneously fostering a fun, collaborative, and empathetic environment. There will be some additional training hours required prior to the start of Camp.

For more information about each camp section, please click on Filmmaking Camp and Stop-Motion Animation Camp.

Responsibilities:

• Guide and lead creative media-making projects (storyboarding, filming/animating, editing) under the supervision of the Camp Instructor
• Coordinate class equipment, space, and material needs
• Support campers’ creative use of equipment and software
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for campers (including enforcing COVID-19 safety guidelines)
• Monitor campers during lunches and break times, as necessary
• Set up and break down classroom studios
• Administer attendance and student sign-outs
• Communicate daily with Camp Instructors and the Camp Coordinator regarding individual student needs, weekly plans, and the maintenance of a safe, fun, and educational camp environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be fully-vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19
• Experience working with children or young adults
• Experience in filmmaking or animation production
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Applicants Should Demonstrate the Following:

• Leadership and initiative in guiding students to create group success
• Interest in film and/or arts education
• Flexibility to work as a member of a creative team
• Comfort working with different learning styles and personalities
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve
• An outgoing and energetic personality

Ideal Applicants Would Have:

• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud
• Basic technical knowledge of cameras and computers
• Experience working in a day camp structure
• Love of teaching and film

Terms: 3 weeks from July 17-August 4, 2023

Possibility of a 4th week from August 7-11, 2023 for two Camp Counselors

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, 35 hours a week

Compensation: $16.00-$18.00/hour

Orientation: 

Orientation will take place at the JBFC Media Arts Lab, is required, and will include training in:

• Equipment and software
• General Camp Information and Structure
• First Aid/CPR

First Aid/CPR Training is mandatory for all camp staff and will be held in the months leading up to camp. Please note that there will be an on-line portion of the course that needs to be completed before this date.

Staff will be compensated for this training time.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with “Camp Counselor 23” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

Application Deadline:

Applications are due by Friday, April 21, 2023. Candidates who are being considered will be contacted and requested to have a follow-up interview. Notification and schedule confirmation by May.

Unsure if you should apply? Research indicates that some candidates are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100 percent of the listed qualifications. If this is you, and you believe you would excel in this position, we strongly encourage you to submit your application. We are actively recruiting candidates with diverse work experiences, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, and abilities. We believe all work experience has value, and are fully considering all applicants with a strong desire to help us fulfill our mission, including candidates who are making career-focus shifts or returning from employment gaps. Please use your cover letter as an opportunity to express your interest in JBFC’s mission and programs, and how you envision yourself contributing as a member of our team.

The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, sex, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic predisposition and/or carrier status, disability, age, religion, marital status, national origin or citizenship status, veteran status, or any other classification as protected by law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for positions to be filled. Please inform the JBFC if you need any assistance with the instructions provided to participate in our application process. Questions and concerns may be directed to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.