Lab Assistant(Mass Communication)

Inspiria Knowledge Campus; Siliguri; On-site; INR 334,800 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Siliguri is seeking a Lab Assistant for Academic Planning & Assistance. The successful candidate will provide academic support and manage studio operations, ensuring effective media production. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and high proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud. Responsibilities encompass teaching support, equipment management, and event coverage. This full-time role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to academic and studio excellence.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Film Production or a related field is essential.
• High proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, including DaVinci Resolve.
• Proven experience in operating professional video/DSLR cameras and audio recording devices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct practical classes and workshops focused on media production.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshoot studio equipment.
• Assist in video shooting and audio recording sessions for college content.
• Generate and manage certificates for various departments.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Film Production

Tools

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Audio recording devices

Job description

• Department Name School of Design and Media
• Date Opened 01/16/2026
• Job Opening Status In-progress
• Job Type Full time
• City Siliguri
• Country India
• Work Experience 5 Years

Qualifications Required

A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, MediaStudies, Film Production, or a related field.

Job Description

Overview

The Lab Assistant - Academic Planning & Assistance is a vital, dual-role position combining academic support within the studio/media production field with non-academic responsibilities focused on the operation, maintenance, and output of the college\'s studio facilities. The successful candidate will be proficient in both instruction/student support and professional media production workflows.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Head of Department (HOD), Media Science

Key Responsibilities

The duties are categorized into three main areas: Academic assistance, Studio Operations & Maintenance, and Event & Administrative Support.

• I. Academic Planning & Assistance
  • Teaching/Instructional Support: Conduct practical classes, workshops, and lab sessions as required, focusing on media production equipment, software, and
  • Faculty Assistance: Provide comprehensive technical and logistical assistance to faculty members during lecture, theory, and practical classes.
  • Student Project Support: Offer expert technical guidance, assistance, and resources to students undertaking academic projects, dissertations, and assignments related to media production.
• II. Studio Operations & Maintenance
  • Equipment Management: Perform routine and preventative maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of all Inspiria studio equipment, including cameras, audio gear, lighting systems, and computing hardware. Ensure all equipment is organized, inventoried, and in functional condition.
  • Recording Support: Act as a key crew member (e.g., Camera Operator, Audio Engineer, Lighting Assistant) to assist with video shooting and audio recording sessions for college-related content.
  • Post-Production: Execute the complete post-production workflow for college content, including major outputs like Inspiria TV.
  • Specialized Content Production: Execute video shoot and post-production for various specialized formats, including Podcasts, talk shows, Demo classes, Webinars, and other institutional content.
• III. Event & Administrative Support
  • Event Coverage: Actively assist the video coverage team by shooting and/or editing content for events held both inside and outside of the college campus.
  • Documentation/Admin: Generate and manage certificates for various departments as needed.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Skill Set

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Film Production, or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Mandatory and high proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, specifically:
  • DaVinci Resolve (or equivalent professional video/color grading software)
• Practical Experience: Proven experience in operating professional video/DSLR cameras, audio recording devices, and studio lighting setups.
• Soft Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students.

Skill set

Technical Proficiency: Mandatory and high proficiency in the Adobe CreativeCloud suite, specifically: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, etc., DaVinci Resolve. Good Communication skills.