Lab Technician

The Film technician is responsible for the preparation, handling, and cleaning of motion picture film.

Responsibilities:

* Film preparation involves accurate sorting, prioritizing, and film assembly of developed negative into lab rolls in preparation for film scanning.
* Negative assembly involves meticulous attention to detail around splicing technique and careful handling of the film to avoid damage.
* The technician will be required to inspect film for physical imperfections - reporting issues to their supervisor or technical manager
* The technician will be required to operate film cleaning equipment that will involve careful set-up, testing, and operating of specialized machinery.
* Manage quality control to a set of defined parameters
* Maintain strict Kodak HSE (Health Safety and Environment) standards and operating procedures.

Film Technician profile:

* This is a multi-skilled job role which includes disciplines in film handling, film inspection and film cleaning.
* Film technicians will need to adhere to strict operating procedures, which requires attention to detail and a methodical approach.
* The ability to problem-solve on-the-run and make remedial changes to avert quality failures is highly desirable
* Prepared to have a 'hands-on' approach with basic mechanical ability is an advantage.
* Maintain high levels of cleanliness to the operating environment and equipment, which requires regular cleaning to a high standard. Dust and dirt are major causes of quality issues
* Basic computer skills - reporting and recording data in basic Microsoft applications
* A high level of reliability and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines when required.
* Prepared to work outside of sociable hours

Qualifications

* Film school or media graduate is an advantage, but not essential, as full training is provided.
* Hands-on skills acquired in any other area of the industry - on set, camera rental companies, photographic studios etc, will provide a solid foundation for training.