Assistant,Thesis Production Finance

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AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTE
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Assistant, Thesis Production Finance
Thesis Production, AFI Conservatory
Los Angeles Campus
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant, Thesis Production Finance is responsible for providing support to the Thesis
Production staff, mentors, faculty and Fellows and assists in organizing and reviewing all
aspects of Thesis Production Finance.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
• Update and distribute financial information, reports and other documentation required for
Second Year thesis production, as directed.
• Attend Budget Lock meetings at the request of the Manager, Thesis Production Finance.
• Coordinate and schedule cost report review meetings for each thesis team.
• Collect and audit production cost reports for Second Year thesis production.
• In collaboration with the Manager, Thesis Production Finance maintain and distribute an
up-to-date thesis production financial summary.
• Process and record thesis project transfer requests and related purchase orders and
vendor payments made directly by AFI.
• Prepares SAG-AFTRA and DGA deferred payment timecards for submission to
Entertainment Partners.
• Assist Fellows in the preparation of thesis financial documentation.
• Assist the Manager, Thesis Production Finance to review all production documentation in
preparation for delivery.
• Provide administrative support to Thesis Production staff.
• Creates and manages Thesis Production databases as necessary.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum two years Production entertainment Accounting or related Administrative
experience.
• Knowledge of basic process, terminology and procedures of motion picture production,
television and/or other media required.
• Experience implementing contractual terms, including SAG-AFTRA and DGA provisions.
• Experience auditing Production Reports and Cost Reports.
• Strong computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel and Quicken/Quickbooks
software.
• Working knowledge of Movie Magic Budgeting, Movie Magic Scheduling, and Showbiz
SAG-AFTRA Time Cards software;
• Familiarity with production forms such as call sheets and production reports, location
agreements, contracts, releases and clearance documentation is a plus.
• Exceptionally detail-oriented with the proven ability to handle numerous tasks with
appropriate follow-up and reporting activities while not losing sight of the big picture.
• Can work independently while being an integral member of a high-functioning team.
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Proven project management skills with the ability to take a project from conception through
completion with minimal supervision.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts
and procedures in simplistic terms.
Strong time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills coupled with the ability
to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Strong diplomacy skills and professionalism are mandatory; this includes the ability to
maintain complete confidentiality and discretion at all times.
Superior database management and computer skills with expertise in Word, Excel and
Raiser’s Edge.
Possess a positive and professional attitude with the ability to work as a member of a
high-energy, results oriented team.
Ability to work calmly under pressure.
Personal integrity and the ability to inspire and confidence and trust.
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If full-time, number of months per year__12__
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