Supervisor

Analytical Mechanics Associates; Georgia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave & holidays

Health insurance options

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) seeks an Imagery Acquisition Group Supervisor to lead a team of six photographers and videographers at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The role oversees still photography, video capture, scheduling, and quality control across programs including Artemis and Moonbase.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in photography or imaging, U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain NAC clearance, and strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a BS/BA in photography/video or related imaging field with management experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise 50-60 imagery jobs per week.
• Perform quality checks on 45,000-60,000 images a year.
• Develop and manage department budgets, estimates, and forecasts.
• Provide development of procedures, processes and work instructions.
• Track, analyze and report job data and metrics.

Skills

Team management

Photography

Video capture

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in photography/video or related imaging field

Tools

DSLR cameras

4K video cameras

Medium format cameras

Job description

Job Description:

This position is for an Imagery Acquisition Group Supervisor tasked with managing a team performing still photography and video capture of a variety of flight hardware, engineering tests, personnel, and other subjects and events of importance to NASA’s human space flight effort at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Provide management and supervision for six photographers/videographers and reserve teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage and schedule imagery acquisition support for the Johnson Space Center’s management, scientific community, engineering programs, mission operations, Office of Communication, Orion program, Artemis program, Moonbase program, Low Earth Orbit Program and their international partners, and commercial crew program participants.
• Schedule, assign and supervise on average 50-60 jobs a week, 1800 to 2200 jobs a year. Perform quality checks and evaluations on 45,000-60,000 images a year.
• Develop and manage financial accounting for the department including managing work package budgets, cost estimates, variance analysis, work package revisions, time sheet calculations, procurements and forecasts.
• Provide development of procedures, processes and work instructions.
• Track, analyze and report job data and metrics.
• Oversee training and development of employees.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports on operations, safety, budgets and specialty reports as requested.
• Provide JSC Multimedia Services representative to JSC Public Affairs Office. Integrate support services between the two organizations. Attend bi-weekly meetings and provide consultation to JSC Public Affairs on image capture strategies, policies, copyright, still media searches and usage.
• Develop policies and strategies for staff photographers and videographers on capture of imagery for NASA programs including Artemis, Moon Base, Low Earth Program and international partners (ESA, CSA, JAXA and RSA.)
• Provide JSC multimedia services and representation to the U.S. Coast Guard Gulf Coast District and Air Station Houston under the NASA/U.S. Coast Guard Resource Exchange Agreement.
• Work with clients to develop still imagery and video for internal communication efforts, public outreach, technology awareness programs, and education initiatives.

JOB DESCRIPTION / FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is for an Imagery Acquisition Group Supervisor tasked with managing a team performing still photography and video capture of a variety of flight hardware, engineering tests, personnel, and other subjects and events of importance to NASA’s human space flight effort at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Provide management and supervision for six photographers/videographers and reserve teams.

The position requires overseeing work under various conditions, including in the studio, in engineering labs, outdoors, in confined spaces, high platform locations, in environments requiring respirator protection or air-breathing systems, and near NASA vehicles, helicopters, and other locations.

This position requires the ability to work in a team environment with engineers, researchers, astronauts, video & photo lab personnel and staff photographers & videographers. Team responsibilities include assisting photographers, contributing to team projects, directing office duties including project planning, scheduling, equipment maintenance and inventory.

1. EDUCATION AND PREVIOUS WORK REQUIREMENTS

Must have a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in photography/video or related imaging field from an accredited University or Technical Institute with management experience.

2. EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

Must be a U.S. citizen and have a current valid U.S. passport. Must be able to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) security clearance.

Education should include an understanding of supervision techniques, human resources policies, computers for photographic applications, portraiture, creative photography, scientific photography, time lapse. Knowledge and experience with DSLR and medium format digital cameras, HD and 4K digital video cameras, cinematography techniques, digital video recorders, audio, light meters, color temperature meters, motion control systems, remote control systems, flash lighting systems and LED lights is desired.

Must provide a high degree of management, technical & creative capability, artistic vision, and ability to supervise company and non-company personnel in their operations.

Must be detail oriented, keep accurate reports, data and perform basic mathematical calculations for problem solving.

Must communicate in a friendly and professional manner with NASA personnel, follow Government protocol standards, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to work well with staff, customers, management and fellow employees at all levels in a team environment.

Familiarization with working and supervising in a scientific and engineering environment desired.

Ability to travel to conferences and meetings in relatively short notice including various NASA field centers in the U.S. and international partner facilities outside the country.

Adherence to quality control, safety, operations, administrative and security procedures including reporting will be required.

US citizenship is required.

Salary is $95,000-$109,000.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees’ career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.