Production Coordinator, School of Film

Emerson College; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 53 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health plans

Dental plans

Generous time-off

403(b) retirement plan

Life and disability coverage

Commuter benefits

Résumé du poste

Emerson College is seeking a Production Coordinator for the School of Film (SOF) in Boston. The role provides production support, guides safety, permitting, insurance, and location logistics, and communicates policies across platforms to students and faculty.

You will manage SOF websites/Canvas pages, collaborate with faculty, and assist in location scouting, forms, and safety audits, ensuring inclusive, current information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2–4 years experience with film and video set practices.
• Proficiency with Apple hardware and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Responsabilités

• Support student productions by guiding safety, permits, insurance, and location logistics.
• Maintain and improve SOF production websites, Canvas pages, and social media for timely information.
• Communicate production policies, safety protocols, deadlines, and updates across platforms.

Connaissances

Apple hardware

Google Suite

Interpersonal skills

Highly organized

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Description du poste

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The Production Coordinator, School of Film (SOF) supports student productions by providing guidance on safety, permitting, insurance, and location logistics. Reporting to the SOF Director, Production Safety, this role combines production support with clear, consistent communication. The Coordinator manages and maintains key communication platforms, including the SOF production websites, Canvas pages, and social media, ensuring that students receive timely, accurate, and inclusive information.

Serve as the primary communicator to students and faculty regarding production policies, safety protocols, deadlines, and updates across multiple platforms. Maintain and evolve the SOF student production websites and Canvas pages with clear, accessible, and current information on safety, sustainability, and logistics. Collaborate with faculty and leadership to promote events, highlight student work, and communicate SOF initiatives to internal and external audiences. Guide and advise students through production logistics, including location scouting and safety forms, permits, logistics, insurance, safety requirements, risk assessment, and contracts. Assist students with the completion and submission of location insurance forms, location permits, and location contracts/agreements. Assist students in searching for appropriate locations and guide them in negotiating technical issues surrounding locations while promoting safety. Liaise with campus partners to address safety or accommodation needs. Review production materials and support safety audits for feasibility and compliance, escalating complex or high‑risk cases as needed. Manage and lead safety education compliance, including performing audits and assisting faculty integrate safety and sustainability into the curriculum. Regularly review and update safety policy language, forms, and digital resources to ensure clarity, inclusivity, and alignment with college and industry standards. Provide administrative, production, and communications support for SOF events and initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned by SOF Dean and Co‑Chairs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required 2-4 years of experience demonstrating knowledge of film and video set practices required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Apple hardware and Microsoft Office software programs
• Knowledge of Google Suite programs
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly organized
• Ability to effectively communicate in person and through communication media

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
• Occasionally required to move/lift objects
• Moderate local travel occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Usual office conditions

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Compensation

Compensation: $53,450.00 - $64,150.00 annually, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: S-23-06E

Employment Category: Regular . Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25 Division of Academic Affairs

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well‑being of our employees and family members.

We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Emerson Employment Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility, and time off policies.

• Outstanding health plans with limited out‑of‑pocket expenses
• Dental plans
• Generous time‑off programs
• 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible
• Life and disability coverage
• Commuter offerings

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

About Us

Emerson College is the nation’s only four‑year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. It is located in the dynamic multi‑cultural city of Boston in close proximity to major arts institutions, performing art venues, and research centers. Emerson College enrolls over 5,800 graduate and undergraduate students from more than 70 countries and all 50 states. Emerson College has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. At Emerson College, we seek individuals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to our campuses to increase our depth, breadth, and diversity in our educational offerings. Emerson’s commitment to inclusive excellence is supported by a range of resources. Commitment to Inclusion Emerson College believes the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence is fostering a campus climate where everyone can thrive. As a community of scholars and storytellers, we continually strive to cultivate a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent, characterized by the intentional inclusion of individuals from varied backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

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