Job Opportunity: TV/Online Video Tech

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Job Opportunity: TV/Online Video Tech

The School of Journalism, University of King’s College, is looking for a Television and Online Video technician for the 2011-12 academic year.

Job responsiblities include:

--creation, scheduling and delivery of short instructional workshops to train students in the hands-on fundamentals of camerawork, editing (iMovie, Final Cut Express, FinalCut Pro) and posting their work to the web
--development and production of television and online video projects with students, staff and faculty
--basic maintenance and upkeep of cameras, editing suites and related equipment

The successful candidate will :
--have a community college diploma in radio and television arts, or equivalent experience
-- have a thorough knowledge of digital editing on FinalCut Pro (Mac-based), and basic videography, particularly using Canon XH-A1 and JVC HM-100 digital video cameras
--be competent in online video including livestreaming and video chat, and be current with developments in these areas
--be able to troubleshoot technical issues
--be a self-starter who works well on deadline, alone and with others
--possess excellent people skills to coach and mentor students in the fundamentals of news videography, non-linear editing and online video.

Interested candidates are invited to send a letter of application, resume, demo reel, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references by Friday, June 3, 2011 to:

Ms. Kelly Porter, Administrative Secretary
School of Journalism, University of King’s College
6350 Coburg Road, Halifax NS B3H 2A1

The University of King’s College has an employment equity program and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women. Members of designated groups are encouraged to self-identify. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.