Volunteer Theater Managers for the 2022 Austin Film Festival

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POSITION: Theater Manager

DEPARTMENT: Film Department

HIRE DATES: Now - October 26th

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Theater Operations Manager

WORKS WITH: Film Department Staff

COMPENSATION: A Weekend Badge for new Theater Managers (with the ability to work hours prior to the Festival for a higher level badge); A Producer’s Badge for returning Theater Managers.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: ~30

MISSION/ENVIRONMENT:

The Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of filmmaking by inspiring and championing the work of screenwriters, filmmakers, and all artists who use the language of film and television to tell a story.

While working for this critically recognized organization, applicants are expected to work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure are a must.

OVERALL JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Theater Manager is responsible for managing a team of AFF volunteers, executing all AFF line and Front of House policies in an orderly and timely manner, ensuring crowd control and a smooth screening.

COVID-19 POLICIES:

Austin Film Festival is committed to putting on a successful and safe festival. All employees, interns, and volunteers will abide by policies put forth by individual venues as well as AFF’s own policies. These regulations are subject to change as the COVID-19 situation develops.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a team of theater volunteers, delegating tasks to them and ensuring they conduct their tasks correctly
• Ensure crowd control
• Ensure screening remains on schedule by anticipating large crowds, handing out queue cards well in advance, communicating with staff on site, and keeping volunteers on task
• Understand and adhere to all AFF line policies
• Act as point person for moderator when they arrive, giving them all necessary script materials.
• Guarantee all sponsorship materials are passed out or set up correctly at venue
• Communicate any problems to Theater Operations Manager, Production Manager, or on site AFF staff
• Attend 2 Theater Manager trainings with the Theater Operations Manager
• Transport venue box and all necessary Front of House materials to Theater
• Maintain and organize the venue box throughout the festival
• Send advance emails/texts to daily theater team, reminding them of their shift responsibilities, and giving them any necessary updates