Film Technician – Film Technology

About the role

The Film Technician will manage, maintain, and operate all film production and post‑production facilities at KCA University. The role provides hands‑on support for student and faculty projects from pre‑production through final delivery and serves as a primary resource for technical training.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily setup, operation, and maintenance of production equipment such as 4K/6K+ digital cinema cameras, lenses, grip, electric and sound packages.
• Manage post‑production labs, including editing suites, colour‑grading stations and audio‑mixing rooms, and ensure all gear is calibrated and safe.
• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, coordinate repairs, and control equipment inventory and check‑out processes.
• Provide advanced instruction in NLE software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer) and support motion‑graphics, visual effects and colour grading using Adobe After Effects and DaVinci Resolve Studio.
• Lead technical workshops, mentor student crews, and develop clear documentation, tutorials and SOPs for all equipment and software.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Cinematography, Digital Media or a related field.
• At least one year of relevant experience in film/video production, post‑production or media‑lab management in a university or comparable institution.
• Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and work independently or collaboratively in a fast‑paced academic environment.

Required skills

• Proficiency with digital cinema cameras and associated accessories (lenses, support rigs, grip, lighting and sound gear).
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, Adobe After Effects and DaVinci Resolve Studio.
• Strong data‑management skills including on‑set backup, transcoding and media‑asset organization.
• Expertise in professional lighting and audio recording techniques for narrative and documentary filmmaking.