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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MILWAUKEE 

  

 Student Employee Position Description 

 

Projectionist 

 

The Union Cinema Projectionist works with a team of projectionists to present film and video programs in the Union Cinema, 4-5 nights per week during the school year. The Union Cinema projection booth includes a Christie DCP (Digital Cinema Package) projector, as well as a 16mm and two 35mm film projectors, enabling the Cinema to present archival films. Student Projectionists do not need to come in with extensive projecting experience, but with an aptitude and excitement for learning more about technical and technological processes for film and video projection in a cinema.  

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

Should have some technical proficiency and an interest in gaining technical knowledge of 16mm, 35mm and video projection and sound equipment. 

 

After training, must be able to work without direct supervision. 

 

Must have the ability to accurately follow well established procedures and techniques of motion picture presentation. 

 

Must be able to trouble shoot and repair minor projection and sound problems. 

 

Must be able to work evenings, weekends and late hours. 

 

Must be able to communicate well with the public and staff. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

 

Proper operation and routine maintenance of all equipment utilized in the exhibition of films in the Union Cinema. 

 

Proper handling, securing, and repair of film stock and return of films to storage. 

 

Strict adherence to procedures and standards of projection. 

 

After fully trained, assist in the training of newly hired projectionists. 

 

Communicate with House Managers regarding problems with projection or special needs of the audience. 

 

Keep regular inventory and notify Head Projectionist of any restocking and resupply needs. 

 

Assist with Print Trafficking of all films on a weekly basis. 

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: 

 

Attend regular staff meetings 

Attend weekly projection team meetings 

Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

 

Excellent vision and hearing; ability to lift heavy packages onto a cart when receiving film prints and cannisters (approximately 50 lbs.); ability to negotiate tight spaces in the dark. 

 

Please apply on Handshake or email Manager for Arts Programming, Samantha Timm, at timms@uwm.edu. Please upload a letter of interest and resume.  

 

Thank you very much for your interest!