Digital Cinema Technician (Overhire)

SALARY RANGE $30-$38 per hour.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONHands-on projectionist, handling DCP workflows, operating laser and lamp-based cinema projectors, supporting live and recorded presentations.RESPONSIBILITIESDigital Cinema & Media OperationsOperate and maintain Barco SP4K laser and Christie HD10K-M DLP projectors.Ingest, verify, and manage DCP packages, KDM handling, and playlist creation.Ensure correct image formatting, masking, color calibration, and audio sync.Monitor screenings for quality control and respond to issues in real time.Operate alternative content sources including HDMI/SDI, laptops, and media servers. Theatre & Live-Event SupportSupport projection needs for festivals, rentals, lectures, community programs, and live performances.Participate in technical rehearsals when projection is cued.Assist with basic A/V setup for presentations and hybrid events.Maintenance, Documentation & WorkflowPerform routine inspection, alignment, cleaning, and diagnostics of projection equipment.Maintain logs of ingests, Key Delivery Messages (KDMs), screenings, and maintenance tasks.Update SOPs and workflow documentation.Safety, Compliance & ConductFollow DCI/SMPTE standards and internal procedures for content security.Adhere to venue safety policies including ladder use and cable management.Communicate professionally with filmmakers, rentals, artists, and staff.REQUIREMENTSProven experience working with DCP files in a professional cinema, festival, or live event environment.Hands-on experience with laser projectors and traditional xenon/lamp-based projectorsFamiliarity with Barco & Christie projection systems (servers, lenses, alignment, and software interfaces)Solid understanding of Digital Cinema standards, signal flow, and projection best practicesAbility to troubleshoot under time pressure in live-event environmentsComfortable working evenings, weekends and holidays and irregular schedules as requiredStrong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.Knowledge of audio formats (5.1, 7.1, Dolby Atmos)Familiarity with media servers, alternative content playback, or live events AV systemsWORKING CONDITIONSOn site work, at JCCSF facilities. Kanbar Hall Theatre and Meeting Rooms. Over-hire basis.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe employee must be able to stand, sit, bend, kneel and climb ladders and stairs as needed, and safely lift and carry equipment up to 40lbsSTATUSNon-benefited, non-exempt positionHOURSOverhire, up to 19hrs per weekSCHEDULEOverhire, as needed on event schedule.Must be available to work weekends and evening hours.Willing to work holidays a plusFOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about working at the JCCSF, including staff culture, hiring practices and policies, and benefits, visit our Careers page: https://www.jccsf.org/about/careers/Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.