STUDENT- Park Productions - Equipment Manager
About The Position
The Equipment Manager is responsible for maintaining, organizing, and preparing Park Productions equipment to ensure all shoots run smoothly. This role requires above average technical knowledge of filmmaking tools, great organizational skills, and ability to prep gear on a weekly basis. Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth. Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
Requirements
- Only students with majors in the Park School of Communication will be considered for this position.
- Above average technical knowledge of filmmaking tools
- Great organizational skills
- Ability to prep gear on a weekly basis
Responsibilities
- Maintain and organize all equipment stored in Park 266, ensuring the workspace remains orderly for shared use.
- Manage and track equipment including Canon C200’s, BMPCC6K, Canon 5Diii, Canon EF lenses, Amaran lights, modifiers, grip equipment (C-stands, Maxi stands, grip knuckles, flags), and audio gear such as the MixPre-6 with Sennheiser microphones.
- Ensure gear is inspected and properly stored shortly after each shoot.
- Coordinate with the Director or the Director of Photography before each shoot to confirm required gear and lenses.
- Insert and format SD cards for cameras and audio recorders.
- Ensure all gear is ready and staged the day before production.
- Charge Canon & Sony batteries after each event.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of the camera menu systems and core functions used by the team.
- Use office hours to become proficient with the company’s equipment.
- Perform basic equipment upkeep, cleaning and minor repairs when possible.
- Issues beyond basic repair should be sent to Christian at PPECS.
- Attend all Pro Unit meetings to monitor upcoming shoot dates and equipment requirements.
- Address gear requirements in advance.
- Provide informed recommendations for future equipment purchases based on production needs and long-term value to the team.
- Conduct research before suggesting new gear to ensure it benefits current and future productions.
- Serve as a resource on filmmaking tools and equipment for the production team.
- Be generally available during the week to stop by the office for quick tasks
- Maintain consistent communication and remain reachable via phone, text, EMAIL, or other channels.
- Work independently, manage deadlines reliably, and ensure preparation is completed without direct supervision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
