Job Description

Sketch Media Academy is looking for a passionate and skilled

Photography and Cinematography Trainer

to guide and mentor students in the art and technicalities of modern photography and film production. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on expertise in DSLR/Mirrorless cameras, lighting, sound, photo/video editing, and a strong ability to teach both foundational and advanced concepts to aspiring media professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

Training & Instruction

Conduct theory and practical sessions in Photography and Cinematography. Teach camera operations, lighting techniques, composition, visual storytelling, and shot planning. Instruct students in Photo Editing (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom) and Video Editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).

Student Development

Assign creative projects, evaluate student work, and provide individual feedback. Guide students in building professional portfolios and showreels. Organize photowalks, live shoots, and hands-on workshops as part of the learning process.

Academic Support

Maintain attendance records and monitor student performance. Ensure curriculum delivery as per academic standards and timelines. Assist in curriculum updates and development of training materials.

Production & Creative Contribution

Collaborate with the academy for in-house photography and cinematography projects. Support content creation for marketing, events, and social media.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Diploma/Degree in Photography, Cinematography, or related media field. 2-5 years of professional or teaching experience in photography and videography. Proficiency in using DSLR/Mirrorless cameras, studio lighting, and gimbals. Strong command of editing tools: Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred:

Experience working on commercial or independent photo/video projects.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?40,000.00 - ?55,000.00 per month

Schedule:

Day shift
Supplemental Pay:

Overtime pay Performance bonus
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (Required) total work: 1 year (Required)
Language:

English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person