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*Position: Cinematography Instructor *

*Employment Type:* Contractor

*Reporting to: *Campus Director

*Schedule*: Days | Time: Casual /TBD

*Location:* Onsite, InFocus Film School, Vancouver, BC

*Compensation: *$45 - $60/hour, depending upon experience.

*About InFocus Film School:*

InFocus Film School is a leading cinematic arts institution offering accelerated, hands-on education in film, animation, visual effects, game design, screenwriting, and digital design. Through project-based learning, industry-experienced instructors, and career-focused training, InFocus equips aspiring creative professionals with the skills, portfolio, and confidence to succeed in Canada's entertainment industry.

*Position Overview:*

Primary Objective: Teach and mentor students in the visual mechanics of storytelling, balancing deep technical knowledge with artistic exploration.

Work Environment: On-site, hands-on, project-focused classroom and soundstage settings.

*Key Responsibilities:*

• *Curriculum Delivery:* Lead lectures, camera demonstrations, and practical workshops covering camera blocking, composition, exposure, and motion.
• *Lighting & Grip Instruction:* Train students on industry-standard lighting instruments, light modifiers, grip equipment, and electrical safety on set.
• *Student Mentorship:* Guide student film crews through pre-production planning, on-set execution, and troubleshooting under tight production timelines.
• *Assessment & Feedback:* Grade assignments, evaluate practical project work, and offer constructive, actionable technical critiques.
• *Curriculum Maintenance:* Collaborate with program heads to align course materials with current commercial and indie film workflows

*Qualifications*

• *Instructional Experience:* Required. Minimum one year of instructional experience in a post-secondary, vocational, industry-training, or adult-learning environment, or completion of a recognized adult education/training credential.
• *Industry Experience:* Professional credits or a strong portfolio as a Cinematographer, Director of Photography (DP), or senior Camera Operator.
• *Technical Proficiency:* Deep familiarity with modern digital cinema cameras (e.g., RED, ARRI, Sony), lenses, support gear, and lighting packages.
• *Communication Skills:* Strong interpersonal and public speaking abilities to explain complex technical concepts clearly to diverse skill levels.
• *Safety & Set Etiquette:* Knowledge of standard film set protocols, safety requirements (like WHMIS), and collaborative crew hierarchies.

Please note: the successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and must be located within the greater Vancouver area (classes are on-site).

*How to Apply*

Please submit:

• Your resume
• A brief expression of interest outlining your relevant cinematography industry and instructional experience

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join a team dedicated to helping students build real opportunities and achieve strong career outcomes.

*Land Acknowledgement*

InFocus Film School acknowledges that our campus is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the x?m??k??y?m (Musqueam), S?wxwú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We recognize and respect the enduring relationship that Indigenous Peoples have with these lands and remain committed to learning, listening, and contributing to a more respectful and inclusive future.

*Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion*

InFocus Film School is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Pay: $45.00-$60.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Please provide a link to your cinematograph