These positions are included in one job posting, but applicants are not required to teach both subjects. You may apply for the Photography Instructor position, the Videography Instructor position, or both if you have professional experience in both fields.

We are looking for experienced creative professionals who can explain, demonstrate, and teach practical skills clearly to beginners. Our programs are highly hands-on, with students learning through classroom demonstrations, studio exercises, assignments, and real-world creative projects.

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available for both day and evening classes. Monthly compensation will depend on the selected schedule and total paid hours.

Available Schedules

Full-Time Day Position

Monday to Friday
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Full-Time Day and Evening Position

Monday to Friday
1:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Part-Time Evening Position

Monday to Friday
4:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Applicants must indicate their preferred schedule when applying.

Photography Instructor

The Photography Instructor will teach beginner and developing photographers through practical classroom and studio training.

Topics may include:

DSLR and mirrorless camera operation
Shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure
Composition and creative camera techniques
Lenses and photography equipment
Natural and continuous lighting
Flash and studio lighting
Portrait, product, event, and studio photography
Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Photo selection, editing, retouching, and delivery
Portfolio development
Basic photography business, branding, and client skills

Photography Instructor Qualifications

Professional photography experience
Strong understanding of cameras, lenses, exposure, and composition
Experience with natural, continuous, flash, and studio lighting
Strong Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop skills
A professional photography portfolio
Previous teaching, training, or mentorship experience is an asset

Videography Instructor

The Videography Instructor will teach beginner and developing videographers through practical classroom, studio, and production exercises.

Topics may include:

DSLR and mirrorless camera operation
Shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure
Frame rates, shutter angle, white balance, and focus
Composition, camera movement, and visual storytelling
Lenses and video production equipment
Natural and artificial video lighting
Interview and multi-camera setups
Microphones, audio recording, and monitoring
Gimbals, tripods, and handheld camera techniques
Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable editing software
Short-form content and practical video production
Portfolio development
Basic videography business, branding, and client skills

Videography Instructor Qualifications

Professional videography or filmmaking experience
Strong understanding of cameras, lenses, exposure, composition, and frame rates
Experience with continuous lighting and practical video lighting
Knowledge of microphones and audio recording
Strong Adobe Premiere Pro skills or comparable professional editing experience
A professional videography portfolio or demo reel
Previous teaching, training, or mentorship experience is an asset

Instructor Responsibilities

Depending on the position, instructors will be responsible for:

Preparing and reviewing lessons before class
Following Alberta Film School’s established curriculum and instructor procedures
Teaching concepts in a clear, simple, and engaging way
Demonstrating techniques through practical examples
Leading hands-on classroom, studio, and production activities
Monitoring students and providing individual guidance
Reviewing student photography, video, or editing work
Providing clear and constructive feedback
Identifying and supporting students who may be struggling
Tracking student participation, progress, and completed assignments
Communicating student progress or concerns to school management
Maintaining an organized, safe, and professional learning environment
Helping students develop practical, real-world creative skills

General Requirements

Successful applicants should be:

Comfortable teaching and demonstrating techniques in front of a class
Patient and confident when working with beginners
Clear and professional communicators
Organized, dependable, and punctual
Willing to prepare before each class
Able to provide constructive feedback and individual student support
Comfortable working collaboratively with school management and other instructors

Portfolio Required

A working professional portfolio link is mandatory.

Photography applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating relevant photography work.

Videography applicants must submit a video portfolio, website, or demo reel demonstrating relevant videography work.

Applicants applying for both roles must provide examples of both photography and videography work.

Applications without a working portfolio link will not be reviewed.

What We Offer

Full-time and part-time opportunities
Day and evening schedules
An established curriculum and teaching materials
Instructor onboarding and training
Access to classrooms, studios, and production equipment
A supportive and collaborative teaching environment
The opportunity to help aspiring creatives develop practical professional skills
Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and position

How to Apply

Please apply through Indeed and include:

Your résumé
A working link to your professional portfolio or demo reel
Any relevant teaching, training, or mentorship experience
The position you are applying for: Photography Instructor, Videography Instructor, or Both
Your preferred schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, or 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
When you would be available to start the position.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to Alberta Film School to complete a brief practical teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Work arrangement: On-site

Pay: $2,000.00-$4,000.00 per month

Application question(s):

Which position are you applying for: Photography Instructor, Videography Instructor, or Both?
Please provide a working link to your professional photography portfolio, videography portfolio/demo reel, or both. Applications without a working portfolio link will not be reviewed.
Which schedule are you available for: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM, or multiple schedules?

Work Location: In person