IMAX & Dome Projectionist — Flexible Schedule

Smithsonian Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC seeks a Projectionist to operate IMAX and digital cinema projectors, A/V systems, and related equipment across venues including the National Mall theatres and Udvar-Hazy Center.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, strong technical skills, and ability to travel between Smithsonian theater locations; associate degree with 1 year experience preferred. Trust Fund position with standard Smithsonian benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent; 6 months to 1 year of related experience.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to support 364-day schedule.
• Familiar with audio/visual equipment and basic service/repair skills.
• Experience operating cinema and/or digital dome theater systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain projection and A/V equipment across venues.
• Perform routine maintenance, adjust lamps and filters as needed.
• Escort vendors during preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Interact professionally with patrons and museum staff.
• Maintain inventory of theater content and media assets.

Skills

AV equipment operation

Cinemas projection

Dome theater tech

Patron interaction

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Cinema projectors

Digital dome systems

Theater lighting systems

Job description

Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC seeks a Projectionist to operate IMAX and digital cinema projectors, A/V systems, and related equipment across venues including the National Mall theatres and Udvar-Hazy Center.

The role requires weekend/holiday availability, strong technical skills, and ability to travel between Smithsonian theater locations; associate degree with 1 year experience preferred. Trust Fund position with standard Smithsonian benefits.