Systems Administrator - Production Support

DATE POSTED: April 2024

JOB TITLE: Systems Administrator - Production Support

DEPARTMENT: BFA 3D Animation & Visual Effects

REPORTS TO: Technology Manager

Summary: We are seeking a supportive guide for students and faculty immersed in 3D animation and visual effects. Your role is to foster an engaging learning environment by providing technical assistance, creative solutions, and expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on assistance to students and faculty working on animation and visual effects projects
• Respond to tier-one helpdesk requests
• Troubleshoot technical issues and software problems students encounter
• Write and maintain easy-to-understand documentation on production workflows
• Research new techniques to enhance the student production experience
• Communicate closely with instructors to understand course requirements
• Render farm data wrangling
• Self-direct research in future CG animation and VFX production techniques
• Assist with class projects, student exhibitions, and special events

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional training/experience
• Prior experience supporting users or working in a production environment
• Foundational knowledge of industry-standard software from Adobe, Foundry, Autodesk and Unreal
• This position requires on-site, in-person, work in our facility. There will be an occasional need to work special events on weekends or evenings.

WORKING AT SVA

School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists, designers, and creative professionals for more than seven decades. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, a dynamic curriculum, and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. Comprising over 7,000 students at its Manhattan campus and over 41,000 alumni from 128 countries, SVA also represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world. For more information about the College's 30 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

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The School of Visual Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion is a core principle of the College. SVA enjoys a community that represents a significant number of historically underrepresented communities, ethnic and religious backgrounds, gender identities, diverse abilities, and foreign countries, and all are encouraged to apply.