Video Editor (Mass communication- lab assistant)

Inspiria Knowledge Campus; Siliguri; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspiria Knowledge Campus is seeking a Lab Assistant - Academic Planning & Assistance to support academic activities and manage studio operations. The role combines instructional support with hands-on media production tasks, including equipment maintenance, shooting, and post-production workflows.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or related fields and be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve, with experience in camera operation, audio, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Film Production, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
• Experience operating professional video/DSLR cameras, audio devices, and studio lighting setups.

Responsibilities

• Teach practical classes, workshops, and lab sessions focusing on media production equipment and software.
• Provide technical and logistical support to faculty during lectures, theory, and practical classes.
• Guide and assist students with projects and assignments related to media production.
• Perform routine maintenance and inventory management of studio equipment and assets.
• Support post-production workflows and content outputs (e.g., Inspiria TV).
• Assist with events by shooting/editing content and handling documentation.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

DaVinci Resolve

Camera operation

Audio recording

Lighting setups

Teaching support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

DaVinci Resolve

DSLR video cameras

Studio lighting equipment

Job description

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
• DaVinci Resolve

Good Communication skills