The Mobile Film School (MFS) is a highly collaborative, multi-disciplined digital media arts program based in Austin, Texas. Administered and led by known professionals in the field, MFS takes filmmaking education on the road, bringing comprehensive filmmaking education to communities that currently have little or no access to it, focusing on rural and underserved communities. Offering a wide variety of media arts programming, MFS will help foster future filmmakers who, frame by frame, will contribute to America’s rich cinematic and cultural tradition.
The Mobile Film School needs an interactive website designed to foster ongoing learning, networking and apprentice opportunities for our growing network of students and industry professionals. Our goal is for MFS’s students, faculty, alumni and staff to stay connected beyond our community workshops via our website; where they can access the school’s growing online resources, and contribute to meaningful dialogue on filmmaking and media arts technologies. For more info about MFS, see http://www.mobilefilmschool.org
This position would be administered through AmeriCorps but would take place at the Mobile Film School in East Austin.
Becoming an AmeriCorps*VISTA member is both rewarding and challenging. Each year the CTC VISTA Project places 50 AmeriCorps*VISTA members with community media organizations who are using media and information technologies to improve low-income and at-risk communities and the nonprofit organizations that serve them. AmeriCorps*VISTA members are not volunteers instead, you will be charged with a broad responsibility for meeting goals and successfully bringing important community projects to completion. AmeriCorps*VISTA members serve full-time for one year (365 days).
The CTC VISTA Project offers VISTA members a broad range of opportunities to serve. From developing youth media programs, to overseeing marketing campaigns or designing interactive websites, the CTC VISTA Project has positions available for someone who can turn on a computer to someone who can build one, or 1,000, and everyone in between.
Eligibility
AmeriCorps*VISTA candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident, be team-oriented, and be willing to take on a wide range of challenges. Some listings may require college degrees or previous work experience. You must be at least 17 years old. There is no upper age limit, and many AmeriCorps*VISTA members bring significant work and life experiences to their assignment. Self-initiative, flexibility and organizational skills are a must.
You must be available to serve full-time for one year and are prohibitted from outside employment or attending college during your year of service.
Compensation includes a modest living stipend, health care, education awards, childcare, transportation stipends, and more. For more information about the AmeriCorps Vista program, compensation and benefits, see http://ctcvista.org/apply/vista. To start the application process, scroll down to the listing for Mobile Film School, check the box next to it and submit your name and email address at the bottom.
VISTA member Service will take place July 2008 - July 2009 Please do no apply if you will not be available to serve during this entire period.Deadline: May 1st! Earlier is better as positions will fill up.
Job Description
- Propose and implement a new, more user-friendly design for the MFS website.
- Develop methods for increasing user-interaction with our website and online resources.
- Research and develop affordable streaming videos technologies to implement on website.
- Research and implement a more efficient transaction processing system for online donations.
- Assist in the development, beta-testing, and implementation of a customized database and business management software.
- Regularly update and maintain all content on website.
- Monitor our online social networking participation.
- Help improve and develop our internet presence.
Skills and Qualifications
- Software Proficiencies: Photoshop & Illustrator
- Preferred Proficiencies: Final Cut Pro, Compressor, & DVD Studio Pro
- Content Management System: Drupal
- Proficient with web development technologies including XHTML, CSS, PHP, Perl, Javascript, Flash/ActionScript, Ajax, XML, Google APIs, etc.
- Capable of developing custom themes and modules for content management systems such as Drupal and Wordpress
- Resourceful identifying, using and extending open source software packages
- Experience using MySQL and/or other relational databases, plus related administrative tools such as PhPMyAdmin
- Resourceful and self-motivated with the proven ability to problem solve as well as collaborate;
- Technically savvy and able to identify where MFS can utilize current technology and trends, creating a website that is fully operational and efficient;
- Must have an interest in non-profit development and a love of film!
Call Kristina Mann, MFS Director of Business Affairs, for more info: 512-906-2420 or email at info@mobilefilmschool.org
It is NOT ok to contact this poster with commercial interests.
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