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Assistant Camp Coordinator

Jacob Burns Film Center
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Job Title:             Assistant Camp Coordinator, 2026 Summer Camps          

Reports To:         Director of Education

 

About Us:

The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) gathers audiences, students and filmmakers to experience the joy of film, and to learn about the craft, ourselves, and each other.  As a nonprofit cultural and educational institution located in Pleasantville, NY, the JBFC is dedicated to presenting the best of independent narrative, documentary, and world cinema, promoting visual literacy, and making film a vibrant part of the community.  Learn more about the organization at burnsfilmcenter.org

 

Position Objectives: 

The Jacob Burns Film Center is seeking an Assistant Camp Coordinator to join our team at its Media Arts Lab Summer Camps. The Assistant Camp Coordinator works closely with the Camp Coordinator and Director of Education to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of camp, supporting instructors, counselors, and campers across all filmmaking and animation groups. This role is a key part of the camp's leadership team, helping to create and maintain a safe, fun, collaborative, and empathetic environment for students in 4th through 12th grade.

The Assistant Camp Coordinator serves as a go-to resource for staff and campers alike, helping to manage logistics, communicate across teams, and step in wherever support is needed. The completion of a First Aid/CPR course and some additional training hours will be required prior to the start of camp and will be compensated.

For more information about the camp, please click on Summer Camps.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Camp Coordinator in overseeing the daily operations of camp, including scheduling, staffing, and camper logistics.
  • Serve as a consistent point of contact for Camp Instructors and Counselors, helping to address questions, needs, and challenges as they arise.
  • Assist with camper check-in and check-out procedures, attendance tracking, and family communications.
  • Help coordinate equipment, space, and material needs in collaboration with the Camp Coordinator and Equipment Manager.
  • Monitor the overall camp environment to ensure it remains safe, inclusive, and conducive to creative learning.
  • Support the planning and execution of end-of-week Friends and Family Screenings at our theater.
  • Communicate regularly with the Camp Coordinator regarding camper needs, accommodations, and any incidents or concerns.
  • Help onboard and support Camp Instructors and Counselors, setting a positive example for camp culture and leadership.
  • Assist with special programming, field activities, and other camp events as needed.
  • Step into instructional or supervisory roles when coverage is needed.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Experience working with children and young adults in a camp, school, or youth program setting.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working collaboratively as part of a team toward shared goals.

 

Applicants Should Demonstrate the Following:

  • Leadership and initiative with the ability to problem-solve quickly and calmly under pressure.
  • A warm, positive, and energetic presence that works well across a wide range of ages and personalities.
  • Flexibility to shift between big-picture coordination and hands-on, in-the-moment support.
  • Strong communication skills for working with staff, campers, and families.
  • Adeptness at working with different learning styles and personalities.
  • Love of film, media arts, and creative education.
  • Proficiency at multitasking and spur-of-the-moment problem-solving.

 

Ideal Applicants Would Have:

  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud (or equivalent).
  • Deep technical knowledge of cameras, related equipment, computers, and the technical aspects of a production workflow.
  • Experience working in a day camp or full-day education setting.
  • Experience working in a managerial role in a small-team setting.
  • A passion for creating safe, fun, and educational environments.
  • Love of teaching, film, and animation!

 

Terms:                  Camp Sessions (six weeks in total):

                                July 6-17, 2026 

                                July 20-July 31, 2026

                                August 10-August 21, 2026

 

Hours:                   Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, 30-minute unpaid lunch break, 32.5 hours/week

 

Compensation: $22.00-$25.00/hour

                

Orientation:       Orientation will take place at the JBFC Media Arts Lab and over Zoom, is required, and will include training in:

  • Equipment and Software 
  • General Camp Information and Structure
  • First Aid/CPR

First Aid/CPR Training is mandatory for all camp staff and will be held in the months leading up to camp. Please note that there will be an online portion of the course that needs to be completed before this date. 

Staff will be compensated for this training time.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org with “Assistant Camp Coordinator 26” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

 

Applications are due by Sunday, May 3, 2026. Candidates who are being considered will be contacted and requested to have a follow-up interview.  Notification and schedule confirmation by Mid-May.

Unsure if you should apply?  Research indicates that some candidates are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100 percent of the listed qualifications.  If this is you, and you believe you would excel in this position, we strongly encourage you to submit your application.  We are actively recruiting candidates with diverse work experiences, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, and abilities. We believe all work experience has value, and are fully considering all applicants with a strong desire to help us fulfill our mission, including candidates who are making career-focus shifts or returning from employment gaps.  Please use your cover letter as an opportunity to express your interest in JBFC’s mission and programs, and how you envision yourself contributing as a member of our team. 

Our organization participates in the E-Verify Program. 

The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, sex, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic predisposition and/or carrier status, disability, age, religion, marital status, national origin or citizenship status, veteran status, or any other classification as protected by law.  We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for positions to be filled. Please inform the JBFC if you need any assistance with the instructions provided to participate in our application process.  Questions and concerns may be directed to jobs@burnsfilmcenter.org

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.