Research Assistant - Animated Film Project Crowdfunding Support

This role will assist with a crowdfunding campaign and marketing for Vamp Snail, an animated film project.

The purpose is to create awareness and help strategize ideas for an animated horror comedy film project crowdfunding campaign. This will include assisting with video production for a pitch, posting to the funding site, and brainstorming additional ideas.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cinematography for crowdfunding video
• Assist with editing of videos for the film’s promotional materials
• Post to social media and the campaign’s site on updates
• Strategize and brainstorm ideas for film campaign
• Respond to messages about the project.

Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills

• Experience creating videos whether for social media or film projects
• Light video editing skills
• Attention to detail, the ability to work independently
• Good communication skills for writing posts and engaging with audiences.

WORK MODE

Hybrid/Remote - Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions.

Hourly Rate: $31.37/hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between SENS-UAW, Local 7902 and the University.

Responsibilities:

This role will assist with a crowdfunding campaign and marketing for Vamp Snail, an animated film project. The purpose is to create awareness and help strategize ideas for an animated horror comedy film project crowdfunding campaign. This will include assisting with video production for a pitch, posting to the funding site, and brainstorming additional ideas.

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