School of Visual Arts · 7 hours ago
Technology Manager
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expThe School of Visual Arts is a leader in the education of artists, designers, and creative professionals. The Technology Manager oversees all technology systems that support teaching, learning, and production in the BFA 3D Animation and Visual Effects department, ensuring operational readiness and managing a team of systems administrators.
Education
Responsibilities
Lead the department’s technology strategy for teaching, learning, and production in an animation and visual effects academic environment
Ensure daily operational readiness and assessment of all computer labs, production studios, and administrative systems to support instruction and student production
Supervise and manage a team of five system administrators who provide technical support to students, faculty, and staff
Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, workstations, hardware, software, and peripherals
Manage the department’s helpdesk ticketing system to ensure timely, effective support and clear prioritization of requests
Coordinate with the SVA Network Engineering team to define, maintain, and improve the department’s network infrastructure and connectivity
Work closely with the Director of Operations and Department Chair to develop and manage the annual technology budget and long-term technology roadmap
Monitor system security, data integrity, and access controls, and address potential risks and vulnerabilities
Establish, document, and enforce standard operating procedures and service level agreements for all technology services
Plan, maintain, and oversee on-site and cloud-based solutions for rendering, machine learning, high-performance computing, archival storage, and disaster recovery
Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and workflows that enhance animation and VFX instruction and production
Manage vendor relationships, purchasing requests, contracts, and renewals for all technology, software, and equipment
Develop and deliver training for incoming students, staff, and faculty on new systems, tools, and department technology policies
Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings, IT meetings, and department events
Develop, establish, and maintain professional relationships within the SVA community and with hardware and software vendors to ensure successful technical and facility functions
Responsible for the research, development, acquisition, installation, and contract maintenance of all software, hardware, networks, sound, and video equipment
Establish and oversee in-house training for student lab assistants and all staff on any/all new technology initiatives are being implemented with the Director of Operations
Support room scheduling, lab usage, and production needs in coordination with the Director of Operations and academic leadership
Attend conferences (domestic and international)
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, digital media, animation, visual effects, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Three (3) years of professional experience supporting technology in a production, studio, academic, or creative environment
Two (2) years of experience supervising or leading technical staff, student workers, or support teams
Experience with computer art software and hardware, including PC, MAC, 3D, video, and sound equipment
Experience using helpdesk or ticketing systems to manage and prioritize support requests
Preferred
Advanced Degree (MA, MFA, MS, or similar) in computer science, digital media, animation, visual effects, or a related field
Six (6) or more years of progressive experience supporting production, post-production, or academic environments in animation, visual effects, film, or related creative industries
Experience working in higher education, studio training programs, or professional production environments with students, artists, or faculty
Experience leading a multi-disciplinary IT or production technology team
Expertise in Mac and Windows system administration in large-scale lab, studio, or enterprise environments
Company
School of Visual Arts
School of Visual Arts is a college of art and design located in New York City.
1001-5000 employees
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