Photography Laboratory Technologist at Nile University of Nigeria

Nile University is seeking to engage highly competent and result-oriented individuals with strong personal and professional integrity to join a dynamic team within the Mass Communication Department.

To this end, suitable candidates are being identified to fill the position of:

1)  Photography Laboratory Technologist (NUN-MCM-002)

The Role

The Mass Communication Department seeks to hire a suitable Photography Laboratory Technologist that will help process, develop and review films. Specifically, the Photography Laboratory Technologist will be charged with the following responsibilities:

• Select and setup appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
• Train students on editing, producing, and preparing files and films for appropriate shoot and editing.
• Operates various, photography Laboratory equipment in other to process various types of film.
• Supervise and train students in the practical aspects of photography using both hardware and software.
• Operate studio equipment to help facilitate flow of programs.
• Operates cameras, lights and computer editing software.
• Processes photographic film and digital images, using a range of software and equipment like Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Photoshop Elements, GIMP, Krita, Pinta, Darktable.
• Operates and troubleshoots photo lab hardware, software and equipment.
• Ensures proper handling of equipment in the photo lab.
• Performs Color correction, digital imaging, photo restoration, editing and enhancement using software like Photoshop CS.
• Perform daily and routine maintenance of the Photo Lab.
• Work with Canon digital SLR camera.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, experience, and attributes

• A bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or any related discipline.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• A minimum of (3) years’ experience in Photography, especially in the private sector.
• Membership of a certified professional body
• Adept user of Microsoft office programmes,
• Proficiency in the use of software and equipment like Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Photoshop Elements, GIMP, Krita, Pinta, Darktable
• Ability to effectively operate the Canon digital SLR camera.
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Time Management skills
• Notable attention to details
• Excellent interpersonal relations skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills.