FCAT is seeking a student for Research Assistantship to conduct background research about the activities, values, needs, processes and strengths of our community members in support of strategic planning. FCAT includes the Schools of Communication (CMNS), Contemporary Arts (SCA) and Interactive Arts and Technology (SIAT) as well as the Publishing Program and the Masters of Digital Media (MDM).

This work will include compiling the results of surveys sent to different community groups (faculty, staff, students, alumni) by the Faculty office, as well as identifying and compiling materials for a qualitative analysis to be conducted via NVivo. The work will be conducted in collaboration with the Dean, Dr. Carman Neustaedter, the Associate Dean for Research, Dr. Katherine Reilly, and key staff members in the FCAT office.

Research Timeline: June 1, 2023 to September 15, 2023.

Location: Hybrid. Combination of online and in-person activities. In-person activities will take place at our FCAT Office of the Dean or on-site at our various Schools and Programs in Burnaby, Vancouver and Surrey.

Principle Duties: Report to Katherine Reilly, Associate Dean, Research, FCAT at Simon Fraser University.

1. Gather materials for analysis.
2. Analyze materials using NVivo.
3. Compile and visualize results of survey. 
4. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Declared in a graduate program within SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT).
• Qualitative analysis using NVivo.
• Basic knowledge and experience with survey analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of members of the public.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Application process: Please send your CV and cover letter along with the additional information requested below, by email to Katherine Reilly, Associate Dean, Research, FCAT (fcatadr@sfu.ca), using the subject line “Strategic Plan RA Application” by 4:00PM on (Friday) May 26, 2023:

1. Cover letter indicating why you are interested in participating in this project.
2. 2Curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial transcript.
4. Name and contact information of 2 references. Please indicate relationship to references.

All correspondences will be sent via email.

We especially welcome candidates who self-identify as Indigenous/racialized or those who have lived experience in Black or other racialized (persons of colour) communities.

Job Summary:

Location: Burnaby / Surrey / Vancouver / (Hybrid)

Work Hours: Approx. 15 hours per week

Salary: $6,240.00 (includes 4% vacation pay in lieu) paid on a bi-weekly basis

Contract: June 1, 2023 to September 15, 2023.

Closing Date: FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 by 4:00PM

For more information, or to apply, please contact Katherine Reilly at fcatadr@sfu.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

The Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT) invites applications for the following position:

Description: In partnership with the Surrey School District, FCAT is supporting a summer Film Academy program for students in Grades 9-11. Students will explore all areas of film-making, from script development and ideation to sound design, filming and editing. The program will meet daily from 8:30am – 3pm at Kwantlen Park Secondary and SFU Surrey campus.

The successful Project Coordinator (PC) will guide students in the use of approved media resources available through FCAT and SFU and instruct students on how to act for film.

Curriculum will be created and taught by Surrey School District teachers in consultation with the Program Coordinator. The selected PC will help guide students through the summer program, helping with projects and providing direction on how act to film. The PC will be supervised by Adam Drake (Surrey School District teacher) and Kim Hockey (FCAT). Administrative support will be provided by SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT).

FCAT is seeking one Project Coordinator to help mentor secondary school students in their exploration of film-making at Kwantlen Park Secondary and SFU Surrey.

All students with relevant experience and interest are invited to apply; we especially welcome candidates who self-identify as LGTBQS2+ and/or Indigenous/racialized or those who have lived experience in Black or other racialized (persons of colour) communities.

Contract Details:

Location: Kwantlen Park Secondary (10441-132 Street Surrey, BC) and SFU Surrey (13450 102 Ave Unit 110, Surrey, BC V3T 0A3)

Duration: 8:30am-3pm from Monday – Friday for the period of July 3 – 28, 2023.

Rate of Pay:

Principle Duties: Report to Adam Drake at Kwantlen Park Secondary School and Kim Hockey at Simon Fraser University.

1. Provide instruction to Grade 9-11 students on acting to film. 
2. Lead the work of students within the class, under guidance of secondary school teachers.
3. Assist secondary school teachers in supporting Surrey secondary students with their projects.
4. Attend daily classes, which will take place at Kwantlen Park Secondary and SFU Surrey Mondays through Fridays from 8:30am-3pm, from July 3-28th.
5. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Declared in or successfully completed a film undergraduate or graduate program within SFU’s School for the Contemporary Arts (SCA).
• Demonstrated experience working with youth.
• Ability to engage with students, answer questions and make decisions in a classroom setting.
• Ability to tutorials on acting to film and directing actors.
• Ability to give creative feedback and engage with students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable with sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Requirements:

• Complete a CRRA criminal record check.

Preference will be given to:

• Students currently enrolled in, or who have successfully completed CA339 (Directing and Acting for Film & Video). Students who have not completed this course may be considered if they can demonstrate experience in directing and acting for film.

Application process:

Send by email to Kim Hockey, Associate Director, Communication, Art and Technology (kha36@sfu.ca):

1. Cover letter indicating why you are interested in participating in this project.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial transcript.
4. Name and contact information of 2 references. Please indicate relationship to references.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 20, 2023 Offer letters, contracts and all correspondences will be sent via email.

For information, please contact Kim Hockey at kha36@sfu.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT) invites applications for the following position:

Description: In partnership with the Burnaby School District, FCAT is supporting a summer course for students in Grades 10-11 as they explore the topic of digital activism.  During the Becoming a Digital Activist summer course, Burnaby secondary students will participate in a series of hands-on workshops and activities that engage with some of the biggest questions in digital media: How do social media sites and apps learn what we like? How is AI being used to blur the boundaries between fact and fiction? How can people challenge big tech? Using art, design, and critical thinking skills we will help students set the agenda for a different digital future.

The course will meet daily from 12-4:30pm at SFU Burnaby with possible field trips taking place off-campus. The successful Project Coordinator (PC) will guide students using approved resources available through FCAT and the School of Communication (CMNS), including but not limited to film and sound equipment and editing software.  The course programming will be designed and taught by Burnaby School District teachers and be function as an introduction to CMNS disciplines.  The selected PC will help guide students through the summer course, helping with projects and providing direction on how to use the equipment and software.

The PC will be supervised by a Burnaby School District teacher, Fred Lesage (CMNS) and Kim Hockey (FCAT). Administrative support will be provided by SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT).

FCAT is seeking one Project Coordinator to help mentor secondary school students in their exploration of digital activism and guide them on the use of film, sound, and lighting equipment at SFU Burnaby.

Location: SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Dr, B.C.

Duration: July 5 – August 4, 2023. 12pm-4:30pm from Monday –Friday.

Rate of Pay:

Principle Duties:

Report to Burnaby School District teacher and Kim Hockey at Simon Fraser University.

1. Provide guidance to Grade 10-11 students on film and sound equipment use and care.
2. Request and acquire equipment from SFU schools and libraries for course projects.
3. Lead the work of students within the class, under guidance of secondary school teachers.
4. Assist secondary school teachers in supporting Burnaby secondary students with their projects.
5. Attend daily classes at SFU Burnaby and off-campus locations, Mondays through Fridays from 12pm-4:30pm, from July 5-August 4th.
6. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Declared in an undergraduate or graduate program within SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology.
• High proficiency with filmmaking, sound, and lighting equipment.
• High proficiency with all aspects of sound post-production, including editing, effects and sound design.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth.
• Ability to engage with students, answer questions and make decisions in a classroom setting.
• Ability to guide tutorials on editing and audio software and equipment.
• Ability to give creative feedback and engage with students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of members of the public. 
• Reliable with sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

• Complete a CRRA criminal record check.

Application process:

Send by email to Kim Hockey, Associate Director, Communication, Art and Technology (kha36@sfu.ca):

1. Cover letter indicating why you are interested in participating in this project.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial transcript.
4. Name and contact information of 2 references. Please indicate relationship to references.

Offer letters, contracts and all correspondences will be sent via email.

For information, please contact Kim Hockey at kha36@sfu.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Closing Date: April 26, 2023

The Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT) invites applications for the following position:

Description: In partnership with the Burnaby School District, FCAT is supporting a summer course for students in Grades 5-7 as they explore the topic of storytelling and cinema.  During the Cinema and Storytelling summer course, Burnaby elementary students will learn how to craft a compelling story and represent it through video. Students will be introduced to filmmaking foundations, including story development, scriptwriting, lighting, visual effects, filming and editing.

The course will meet daily from 8:30am-1pm at SFU Burnaby or University Highlands Elementary School. The successful Summer Course Project Coordinator will guide students using approved filmmaking resources available through FCAT and the School of Communication (CMNS).  The course programming will be designed and taught by Burnaby School District teachers and be function as an introduction to CMNS curriculum.  The selected Summer Course Project Coordinator will help guide students through the summer course, helping with projects and providing direction on how to use the filmmaking, sound, and lighting equipment. 

The Summer Course Project Coordinator will be supervised by a Burnaby School District teacher and Kim Hockey (FCAT). Administrative support will be provided by SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT).

FCAT is seeking one Summer Course Project Coordinator to help mentor elementary school students in their exploration of filmmaking and guide them on the use of film, sound, and lighting equipment at SFU Burnaby.

Location: SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Dr, Burnaby and 9388 Tower Rd, Burnaby

Duration:  8:30am-1pm from Monday – Friday for the period of July 5 – 21, 2023.

Rate of Pay:

Principle Duties:

Report to Burnaby School District teacher and Kim Hockey at Simon Fraser University.

1. Provide guidance to Grade 5-7 students on film and sound equipment use and care.
2. Request and acquire equipment from SFU schools and libraries for course projects.
3. Lead the work of students within the class, under guidance of secondary school teachers.
4. Assist elementary school teachers in supporting Burnaby secondary students with their projects.
5. Attend daily classes at SFU Burnaby or University Highlands Elementary School Mondays through Fridays from 8:30am-1pm, from July 5-21, 2023.
6. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Declared in an undergraduate or graduate program within SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology.
• High proficiency with filmmaking, sound, and lighting equipment.
• High proficiency with all aspects of sound post-production, including editing, effects and sound design.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth.
• Ability to engage with students, answer questions and make decisions in a classroom setting.
• Ability to guide tutorials on editing and audio software and equipment.
• Ability to give creative feedback and engage with students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of members of the public. 
• Reliable with sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

• Complete a CRRA criminal record check.

Preference will be given to

• Students currently enrolled in, or who have successfully completed CMNS 258, 322, and/or 426 or other related courses.

Application process:

Send by email to Kim Hockey, Associate Director, Communication, Art and Technology (kha36@sfu.ca):

1. Cover letter indicating why you are interested in participating in this project.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial transcript.
4. Name and contact information of 2 references. Please indicate relationship to references.

Offer letters, contracts and all correspondences will be sent via email.

For information, please contact Kim Hockey at kha36@sfu.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Closing Date: April 26, 2023

The Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT) invites applications for the following position:

Description: In partnership with the Burnaby School District, FCAT is supporting a summer course for students in Grades 10-11 as they explore the topic of coding through game design.

In this summer course, Burnaby secondary school students will develop practical skills in game design and development while learning foundational programming skills in C#. Gamification is increasingly being used in many fields beyond video games. Students will learn key concepts in gaming logic and design in the context of developing an original artefact using the Unity game engine.

The course will meet daily from 12pm-4:30pm at Alpha Secondary. The successful Project Coordinator (PC) will guide students using approved equipment and software available through FCAT and SFU. Curriculum will be created and taught by the School of Interactive Arts and Technology (SIAT) and Burnaby School District teachers. The selected PC will help guide students through the summer course, helping with projects and providing foundational introduction to gaming and coding. The PC will be supervised by a Burnaby School District teacher and Kim Hockey (FCAT). Administrative support will be provided by SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology (FCAT).

FCAT is seeking one Project Coordinator to help mentor secondary school students in their exploration of game design and guide them on the use of coding and gaming concepts and software at Alpha Secondary.

Location: Alpha Secondary School, 930 Alpha Ave, Burnaby, B.C.

Duration: 12pm – 4:30pm from Monday – Friday for the period of July 5 – August 4, 2023.

Rate of Pay:

Principle Duties:

1. Report to Burnaby School District at Alpha Secondary School and Kim Hockey at Simon Fraser University.
2. Provide instruction to Grade 10-11 students on coding software, including but not limited to C#.
3. Request and acquire equipment from SFU schools and libraries for course projects.
4. Lead the work of students within the class, under guidance of secondary school teachers.
5. Assist secondary school teachers in supporting Burnaby secondary students with their projects.
6. Attend daily classes at Alpha Secondary Mondays through Fridays from 12pm – 4:30pm, from July 5 - August 4th.
7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Declared in an undergraduate or graduate program within SFU’s Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology.
• High proficiency with teaching coding and gaming software, including C# and Unity.
• High proficiency with all aspects of gaming logic and design.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth.
• Ability to engage with students, answer questions and make decisions in a classroom setting.
• Ability to guide tutorials on coding and gaming software and equipment
• Ability to give creative feedback and engage with students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of members of the public.
• Reliable with sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

• Complete a CRRA criminal record check.

Preference will be given to

• Students currently enrolled in an IAT undergraduate or graduate program.

Application process:

Send by email to Kim Hockey, Associate Director, Communication, Art and Technology (kha36@sfu.ca):

1. Cover letter indicating why you are interested in participating in this project.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial transcript.
4. Name and contact information of 2 references. Please indicate relationship to references.

Offer letters, contracts and all correspondences will be sent via email.

For information, please contact Kim Hockey at kha36@sfu.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Closing Date: 11:59pm, May 1, 2023