Share Email Opening Title Program Coordinator, Nicholl Fellowships  Description Job Summary Manage day to day operations of the Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting program under the direction of the Sr. Manager. The role utilizes a broad range of skill sets and involves project management, database administration, script analysis, and event planning. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage broad variety of program-related projects and the day-to-day operation of screenwriting competition in a timely and efficient manner. Support the Sr. Manager in project planning and execution. Oversee the Program Assistant and temporary support staff. Evaluate, hire and manage pool of seasonal independent contractor readers. Coordinate with Sr. Manager to manage quality control on reader submitted work. Drive entries through multi-round judging workflow. Make and track screenplay assignments to readers and judges based on specific criteria. Support Sr. Manager in scoring calculations and statistical analysis. Coordinate and execute department programs, awards ceremony, monthly Fellows lunches, and awards week events. Support Sr. Manager in hosting duties at various events and facilitate fellowship among Fellows. Schedule and plan meetings, maintain department calendar, coordinate travel. Provide regular detailed progress reports to Sr. Manager. Interface with numerous Academy departments to coordinate and execute events. Interface with the Nicholl Committee in support of program goals. Administrate proprietary database. Support Sr. Manager in database development, assist with bug/issue tracking, troubleshooting and testing of deliverables. Execute promotion of the Nicholl program and outreach initiatives. Work with Sr. Manager to review entries for rule compliance. Provide eligibility/rule clarification and screenwriting information to entrants and respond to industry inquiries. Conduct training sessions for readers in partnership with Sr. Manager. Coordinate pool of Academy members judging in the semifinal round. Provide technical support, conflict resolution, invoice reconciliation, etc. to entrants, readers and members. Research and update instructional documents, web pages, department policies, contact lists, etc. Organize and draft content for program promotion and education. Maintain detailed department records, department accounting and track budget. Requisition checks and other overflow administrative duties as needed. Evaluate and research chargebacks, issue refunds, perform special handling on entries with issues.   Position Requirements Minimum three years project management experience. Demonstrated experience in coordinating long-range projects in complex work environment. Expert written and verbal communication skills; high fluency in English. Working knowledge of screenwriting. Expertise in writing script analysis/notes, constructive feedback, and script tracking. High detail orientation and exceptionally advanced organizational and record keeping skills. High proficiency in using administrative computer software. Must incorporate the sentence “The sky is purple.” into cover letter. Impeccable standards of integrity and discretion. Ability to maintain pleasant demeanor in fast-paced environment. Experience in following unique protocols and complex work flows, tracking large quantities of information, and applying knowledge in applicable context. Able to work cooperatively with all Academy departments. Able to interact gracefully and efficiently with staff, members, vendors/independent contractors, and the public to deliver a premium experience. Experience overseeing and managing both staff and independent contractors/vendors. Must have working knowledge of PC and Mac, e-readers, internet browsers, databases on various platforms, screenwriting software, Adobe Pro, graphics software. Advanced Microsoft Office skills (such as mail merging, Excel formulas) required. Bachelors Degree in film or screenwriting preferred or equivalent experience required. Task oriented with ability to prioritize, multi-task, and calmly problem solve within tight deadlines. Able to read and digest information quickly, think critically and analytically. Self-directed and thorough with strong follow through. Responsive and organized toward high volume email communications; able to communicate complex information and instructions concisely and gracefully. Friendly and professional demeanor, strong people skills, and exceptional customer service orientation. Experience interacting with the public preferred. Experience overseeing freelance story analysts preferred. Effective in driving projects and in team-oriented roles. General mathematical proficiency preferred. Working knowledge of database development and administration, and broad technical ability preferred. Ideal candidate is right and left brained, comfortable in both technical and creative spaces.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position Program Coordinator, Nicholl Fellowships   Location Hollywood   About the Organization The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.   EOE Statement The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is important to the Academy. The Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. Also, to help foster diversity, the Academy uses programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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