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Program Assistant, Writing for Film & Television Department

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Program Assistant, Writing for Film & Television Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Program Assistant, Writing for Film & Television Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Heather Blackmore
Michael McCafferty

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Remotely

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

The Program Assistant will support the administrative needs of the department.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Program Assistants will support the administrative needs of the department working with the Program Director, Lead Faculty, and Instructors. Duties may including updating and maintaining course materials, instructional resources, and the program Discord. Program Assistants may also work with students, answering student questions and helping to troubleshoot minor problems.

General qualifications for the position:

Program Assistants must have exceptional oral and written communication skills. Program Assistants must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have successfully completed at least 8 months of online classes. They must be based in CA or FL, work 5-20 hours per week, and have strong study skills and command of remote tools like Zoom and Discord. Program Assistants are expected to display a high degree of professionalism when working with supervisors and fellow students. Candidates for this position must be enrolled in the Writing for Film & Television program, or hold a previous degree in a related field.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
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Please send your Emails and Resumes to Heather Blackmore at hblackmore@lafilm.edu

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Online Peer Tutor, Writing for Film & Television Department

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Online Peer Tutor, Writing for Film & Television Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Online Peer Tutor, Writing for Film & Television Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Heather Blackmore
Michael McCafferty

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Remotely

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

Peer tutors support fellow students through one-on-one and group tutoring services delivered through online methods.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Peer Tutors will meet with WFT students individually and in groups via Zoom. They help clarify course lessons, projects, screenplay formatting, and course content and promote strong study skills. Tutors conduct regularly scheduled one-on-one and group tutoring sessions throughout the term as needed. Peer Tutors do not provide answers to assignments or line-by-line editing. Instead, they work with students to model writing, problem solving, and proof reading strategies, and to explain course-specific concepts in compliance with university academic honesty standards.

General qualifications for the position:

Peer Tutors must have exceptional oral and written communication skills. Candidates should have a very strong command of professional screenplay formatting standards using Final Draft. Peer Tutors must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have successfully completed at least 12 months of online classes. They must be based in CA or FL, work 5-20 hours per week, and have strong study skills and command of remote tools like Zoom and Discord. Peer Tutors are expected to display a high degree of professionalism when working with supervisors and fellow students. Candidates for this position must be enrolled in the Writing for Film & Television program, or hold a previous degree in a related field.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
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Please send your Emails and Resumes to Heather Blackmore at hblackmore@lafilm.edu

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Graphic Design Peer Tutor, Graphic Design Department

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Graphic Design Peer Tutor, Graphic Design Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Graphic Design Peer Tutor, Graphic Design Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Lollie Wahl
Holly Tharp
Robin Lindblom

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Online
Nights/Weekends

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

To help navigate students when they are having assignment related issues
Answer quick questions about design and technology

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Guide students to answers they are seeking
Tutor students who may need a little extra push from a peer.

General qualifications for the position:

Have to have GPA of 3.0 or above
Need to have completed all courses prior to Portfolio I

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
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Please send your Emails and Resumes to Holly Tharp at htharp@lafilm.edu

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Student Ambassador, Student Advising Department

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Student Ambassador, Student Advising Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Student Ambassador, Student Advising Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

April Hong
Yacine Ndao

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Student Advising Hub and Offices

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

To give a roadmap to new international students as they navigate college.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Partner with first-term international students to organize on and off-campus activities and offer a social program that facilitates networking with fellow students, staff, and faculty.

The Student Ambassador will also support academic coaches plan extra-curricular activities as will as cover the Student Hub when needed.

General qualifications for the position:

Applicant must have been enrolled at LAFS for at least 1 semester; have a 3.0 GPA or higher; be familiar with LAFS Student Code of Conduct and have a positive attitude. One letter of recommendation from staff or faculty is required.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
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Please send your Emails and Resumes to April Hong at ahong@lafilm.edu.

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EB Administrator, Entertainment Business Department

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EB Administrator, Entertainment Business Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

EB Administrator, Entertainment Business Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Jessica Young
Mac Torluccio

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Hybrid (B2 5th Floor, or remote as needed)

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

Entertainment Business Administrator will assist Sr. Program Director, Program Manager, and/or EB Faculty

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Responsibilities will include basic/light office administration: copying, scanning, filing, basic research, etc.

General qualifications for the position:

Proficiency in basic clerical skills as well as professional business communication and organizational skills.
Student must be a self-starter and able to work independently.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Jessica Young at jyoung@lafilm.edu.

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EB Social Media, Entertainment Business Department

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EB Social Media, Entertainment Business Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

EB Social Media, Entertainment Business Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Jessica Young
Mac Torluccio

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Hybrid (LAFS, remote as needed)

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

Entertainment Business Work Study – Social Media Specialist

*This role is NOT to promote LAFS, but independent social media platforms (separate from LAFS Social team) to share Entertainment Business current events, and content approved by Senior Program Director and Program Manager.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

Working closely with EB Program Directors:
– Monitor and publish content within LAFS EB Social Media platforms
– Increase EB student-awareness of LAFS EB Social Media platforms
– Create weekly social media campaigns

General qualifications for the position:

Experienced with Facebook, Instagram and TikTok platforms
– Knowledgable of social media analytics/campaigns
– Excellent writing and communication skills
– Knowledgable of Entertainment Business programs

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Jessica Young at jyoung@lafilm.edu.

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EB Work Study Workshop Leader, Entertainment Business Department

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EB Work Study Workshop Leader, Entertainment Business Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

EB Work Study Workshop Leader, Entertainment Business Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Jessica Young
Mac Torluccio

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

LAFS Campus

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

Seeking a Work Study student to spearhead Entertainment Business (EB) Department Workshops.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

– light office administration:
– assisting with Entertainment Business events
– weekly meetings with work study team
– create monthly industry-preparedness workshops for the Entertainment Business students

General qualifications for the position:

– Excellent writing and communication skills
– Ability to work independently
– Knowledgeable in Entertainment Business courses/programs
– Excited about current events in the industry
– Passionate about mentoring students
– Positive attitude

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Jessica Young at jyoung@lafilm.edu.

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Live/Events Video Production Assistant, Marketing Department

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Live/Events Video Production Assistant, Marketing Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Live/Events Video Production Assistant, Marketing Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Samuel Barrozo

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

The Los Angeles Film School/ Hybrid

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

The Live/Events Video Production Work Study Assistant position will report to the Livestream Event/Specialist and work hands-on with a wide range of video productions with an emphasis on live-streaming and Virtual Events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in camera operating along with content creation, media platforms/formats, signal flow, and pre-production organization.

Applicant must be able to take direction and collaborate in a fast-paced work environment. We are looking for students who have a passion for live/video production and are eager to support every event that happens at The Los Angeles Film School.

This Work Study Position is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience for students gearing towards the industry and should prep them accordingly once they enter the workforce.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

• Assisting creation of graphic/video assets to be used during specific productions
• Help organize video content archives, both physical and digital.
• Take inventory of equipment while keeping it organized in its specific orientation for quick accessibility by the rest of the team.
• Conduct equipment/program tests and shoots in preparation for upcoming events and offload footage for review.
• Execute live video production assignments given by the manager during the event.
• Retrieve and submit proper forms of talent or subjects of productions for legal.
• Participate in production rehearsals in given capacity.
• Work as a liaison between proper departments to ensure a successful shoot.
• Setup/Breakdown equipment before and after productions in a neat and organized manner to be returned to storage.
• Will require some evening and weekend availability.

General qualifications for the position:

• Comfortable around video and audio equipment, specifically camera operating.
• Knowledge of Zoom, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Photoshop a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills (Will be public/talent fronting)
• Can be from any program as long as they have knowledge or experience finessing with video equipment/program.
• Collaborative and able to able to work with a team in a positive work environment.
• Creative, analytical thinker and a fast learner. Will need to be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment.
• Results-oriented, self-motivated, and always looking to improve.
• Comfort managing multiple projects; extremely organized and detail-oriented.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Apple Keynote is a plus).
• MUST HAVE COMPLETED FAFSA AND BE Work-Study APPROVED BY FINANCIAL AID Work-Study Coordinator.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Samuel Barrozo at sbarrozo@lafilm.edu.

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EB Peer Tutor Work Study, Entertainment Business Department

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EB Peer Tutor Work Study, Entertainment Business Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

EB Work Study – Peer Tutor

Name of Supervisor(s):

Jessica Young
Mac Torluccio

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

The Los Angeles Film School, B2, 5th Floor

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

Entertainment Business Peer Tutor will support students with Entertainment Business courses through tutoring services.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

• Support Entertainment Business students with tutoring services


• Act as an informed resource for all Entertainment Business students regarding matters related to the tutoring subject.


• Administrative duties associated with the position include, but are not limited to: assisting Entertainment Business Program Director’s with Orientation or other EB events.

General qualifications for the position:

• Completion of at least 4 terms

• Completion of the targeted academic subject with an A grade

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff.

• Capacity for discretion, diplomacy and confidentiality.

• Demonstrated record of reliability, maturity and academic excellence.

• Maintain a GPA of 3.0, remain in good standing at LAFS, and have a clear judicial history.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Jessica Young at jyoung@lafilm.edu.

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Graphic Design Work Study, Events/Marketing Department

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Graphic Design Work Study, Events/Marketing Department

Job Description

Applicants must be a full time LAFS student with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. 

Name of Position:

Graphic Design Work Study, Events/Marketing Department

Name of Supervisor(s):

Cecilia Berry
Shanda Pierce
Whitney Brade

Location where the student will perform his/her duties:

Student must be located in California or Florida.

Purpose or role of the position within the organization:

About the Role:
As a graphic design work study student, you will assist in designing emails, digital marketing materials, and content that promotes various upcoming events including but not limited to:
• Panels
• Virtual streaming events
• LA Film School Graduation
• Misc. school events

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:

What you’ll do:
• Elevate and assist in evolving the LAFS events brand across multiple platforms including digital and print
• Create materials that are within the LAFS branding guidelines
• Create email assets for the events and graduation teams or related departments
• Maintain brand consistency throughout all projects
• Maintain regular communication and provide timely status updates to the appropriate stakeholders (including but not limited to the LAFS events and creative teams)

What you’ll bring:
• A portfolio demonstrating visual design
• Faculty recommendation
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Understanding of creative design, layout and attention to detail
• Experience with Adobe XD is a plus
• Video editing experience is a plus
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with other designers, developers, and other team members

General qualifications for the position:

The ideal candidate for this position must be able to handle tight deadlines and manage multiple projects at any given time. You will work within a team environment that is heavily focused on collaboration to stay on target with strategy and quality standards. Please be sure to include samples of your work along with your resume.

Before applying, you must first fill out the FWS APPLICATION to see if you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program. Please fill this form out before you apply to this position.
Once you are eligible to work through the Federal Work-Study program, please click on the APPLY NOW button below to directly email the Supervisor with the subject line of the JOB POSITION TITLE and your attached RESUME.
APPLY NOW

Please send your Emails and Resumes to Cecilia Berry at cberry@lafilm.edu.