Camera Assistant |
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Category |
Non Faculty Vacancies |
College
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Communication
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Department
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Mass Communication Department |
Job Purpose
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To be responsible for assisting the Cameraman in live transmission and recorded events organized by various colleges/departments when requested, as well as setting up and positioning the camera equipment so that it is ready for the Cameraman to use.
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Main accountabilities & expectations
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- Prepare, assemble and set up the TV studio, cameras, and equipment inside the studio and on location.
- Ensure the availability of outdoor equipment such as cameras and lighting equipment for outside shooting as scheduled.
- Inspect the cameras and equipment to verify that it is in good working order, and ensure to load the camera with film before shooting.
- Ensure the readiness of cameras and other photographic equipment that are used to shoot students' projects or required assignments.
- Assist in positioning/setting lighting equipment in preparation for shoots.
- Ensure all shooting equipment is in good condition before returning it to storage areas after the shoot is complete.
- Maintain sensitive equipment such as camera body, lenses, lighting and filters. As well as arrange for repairs or replacements of any camera parts or accessories when needed.
- Assist in any media coverage requests and events inside and outside UoS as assigned by the line manager.
- Assist students, academic, and non-academic staff members in preparing, filming and shooting scenes for projects such as course projects, final graduation projects, research, marketing material, etc.
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Job Specific Accountabilities
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Required Skills
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- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
- Be familiar with all aspects of camera equipment operation, set-up, and maintenance.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good level of attention to planning, checklists, and detail.
- Be comfortable setting up and arranging lighting.
- Be fully conversant with all aspects of sound recording.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS office applications.
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Preferred Qualification & Experience
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- Minimum of High School Diploma in a relevant discipline.
- 2-4 years of UAE experience in similar role preferably in higher education institutions.
- Priority is to UAE Nationals.
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Job Location
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University of Sharjah (Main) |
Competencies
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Job Criteria
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Gender |
Male or Female |
Qualification |
Bachelor's degree/higher diploma |
Relevant Experience |
2-4 years |
Living In UAE |
Open for all |
Nationality |
All |
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