Theater Projectionist

ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ARTOpening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling.  Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum’s collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F. Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas’s filmmaking career.  Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, café, retail store, and community spaces.   

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Theater Projectionist will be responsible for all assigned technical and projection aspects for two state-of-the-art theaters at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. You will ensure the highest level of technical precision across all projected media formats and event types, providing museum guests and clients with exceptional presentation experience. 

The Theater Projectionist will contribute to the enjoyment and experience of our visitors and may work closely with the Visitor Services team to ensure that the theater spaces are impeccably clean. This position may be public facing and in doing so shall engage visitors with excellent customer service. 

The Theater Projectionist will report to Director, Visitor Services and is available as either a part-time or full-time position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with 35 mm and digital cinema projector prep and inspection to ensure highest quality 

• Build and test DCI playlists that include multiple files and cues 

• Meet all operational and technical challenges in two state-of-the-art theaters 

• During screenings, monitor image and sound quality/volume for exceptional guest experience 

• Communicate effectively with I.T./ Audio Visual and Visitor Services teams 

• Work well independently and as part of a team as you perform the duties of this role 

• Adapt with diplomacy to changing needs of assigned shows and tasks 

• Uphold the museum’s standards for exhibition, programming, and customer service excellence 

CORE COMPETENCIES

Analytical Rigor: Simplifies complex problems by using critical thinking to evaluate problems, gathering information, incorporating multiple perspectives, understanding causes, and identifying best-possible solutions. Invests time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations. Adopts an audience-centric approach, understanding the needs of the audience and incorporating them, as appropriate, into the decision. 

Courageous Communication: Intentionally works well with others both on the team and cross-functionally to achieve individual, team, department, or organizational goals. Values diverse input and working with others as a way to achieve the best output possible. 

Collaborative Excellence: Displays courage when handling difficult conversations and genuinely and intentionally communicates. Relays key messages effectively, targeted to specific audiences. Identifies others' communication styles and perspectives, adjusting language and approach accordingly. Employs active listening to understand, rather than reply. Asks for, integrates, and values feedback from team, peers, and leaders. 

Adaptive Resilience: Thrives and grows in a rapidly changing and complex environment. Displays flexibility, activates networks, and adopts a continuous growth mindset to learn from mistakes and bounce back from adversity. 

Inclusive Interaction: Actively contributes to an environment in which all employees feel a sense of belonging, valued for their differences and empowered to participate and contribute freely. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A. in Theater Design, Projection Design, Video Engineering, Media Systems or Theatrical Technology preferred or equivalent experience
• Proven experience working with ultra-high contrast lenses, 35mm, digital cinema projector and Dolby integrated Media Server
• Well-versed with digital projectors, DCI files, Dolby Audio
• Prior role at an organization that modeled a high degree of customer service 

Experience with the following equipment preferred:  

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