Photo Lab Assistants (On-Call) - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Description

Interested in a career at Langara CollegeOur employees exemplify Langaras values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.Current employee Apply through Careers in your Workday account.Job Title:Photo Lab Assistants (On-Call)Employee Group:CUPEEmployee Type:CasualStart Date:Monday, December 12 2022End Date (if applicable):This position assists the Photography Lab Technician in the preparation and maintenance of the photographic laboratory/studios and classroom. This position provides laboratory support and assists in the effective and efficient operation of the Photo-Imaging Department.*Please note there are multiple positions available*Qualifications Required:Education

• Two (2) year Diploma in Professional Photography, plus at least 1 year of current photography and digital imaging courses and technical training in a range of areas; e.g., photographic workshops, seminars.
• Two (2) years of recent experience working in a large photographic environment including providing practical instruction to students within a teaching environment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with digital and film medium format cameras, professional level DSLR cameras and 35mm film cameras.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with; Mac OS X operating system, current version of Adobe, Photoshop CS image editing software and software & hardware knowledge of a colour managed workflow.
• Advanced knowledge and experience using studio and portable strobe systems, studio hot-lights and studio management.
• Experience using a wide format inkjet printer.
• Advanced knowledge in the use of computer software applications including word processing (MS Word) and spreadsheet (Excel).
• Knowledge and experience with video editing.
• Familiarity with CaptureOne Pro and Adobe Lightroom.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety operations and requirements, including WHMIS safety standards and practices.
• Knowledge of the applicable course content, instructional materials and equipment.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, faculty, staff, students and members of the public.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position (e.g. standing for long period of time, lifting).
• Capacity to work harmoniously with others.
• Ability to instruct and demonstrate the use of different equipment to students.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply department rules, policies and technical materials.
• Ability to respond and manage potentially dangerous, hazardous, or emergency situations.
• Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility.
• Have mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Maintains competency with current imaging technologies.

Working Conditions

• Candidate must be able and willing to maintain flexible hours.

Hours & Days of Work: 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday.To obtain the full job description, please contact our recruitment team.Salary Range:$27.69 - $31.74 per hourPay Grade:CUPE Paygrade 22Scheduled Weekly Hours:0.35Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.Compressed Workweek (Fortnight):NoClosing Date:Tuesday, November 29 2022If you were a temporary employee with CUPE Local 15 at Langara College who has worked within the last five (5) months of the closing date on this posting, please contact our recruitment team if you meet the criteria for internal status (850 hours worked) as per Article III.7.g in the CUPE Collective Agreement. Please quote the job requisition title and number with your previous employee ID and last day worked at the College. Please do not email if you worked at the College more than 5 months ago or if you worked in a different union.Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.Quick Apply

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