Digitization and Post-Production Expert

REQUIRED SKILLS

Technical & Post-Production Skills

• Video Editing & Compositing:
  • Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe After Effects for seamless post-production workflows.
  • Content Creation: Ability to edit, stitch, and deliver professional short promotional and institutional videos documenting project milestones.
  • Digital Repair: Skills in visual artifact removal, frame stabilization, and digital restoration techniques.
• Color Grading & Image Science:
  • Color Correction: Solid expertise in digital color grading, primary/secondary corrections, and look-matching.
  • Image Management: Comprehensive understanding of digital video formats, aspect ratios, codecs, and color spaces.

Skills in Digitization & Archiving

• Scanner Operation & Ingest:
  • Workflow Management: Ability to operate advanced film scanners and manage the digital ingestion process efficiently.
  • Quality Control (QC): Sharp eye for identifying digital defects, framing anomalies, or capture errors during digitization.
• Data & Archive Management:
  • Storage Control: Skills in managing heavy video files, secure digital backups, and structured server directories.
  • Metadata Tracking: Utilizing Excel for precision cataloging, metadata entry, and structural database building.

Integrative & Communication Skills

• Teamwork and Communication:
  • Collaboration: Working effectively with local trainees, the Senior Expert, and international institutional partners.
  • Language Proficiency: Strong capability in speaking, understanding, and writing in English to facilitate reporting and international cooperation.
  • Reporting Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Microsoft Teams for effective operational reporting.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving:
  • Troubleshooting: Critical thinking to analyze and resolve software bottlenecks, format errors, or hardware interface issues.
  • Time Management: Prioritizing scanning schedules and post-production deadlines under tight project timelines.

REQUIRED PROFILE

• Proven Work Experience: Verified experience in the post-production department of audiovisual works, specifically focusing on video editing, digital restoration, or color grading.
• Educational Background: A university degree in Fine Arts, Cinema, Media, Digital Production, or Heritage specializations, with a solid foundational knowledge of archiving and media preservation frameworks.
• Specialized Training: Proven participation in technical workshops and advanced training programs related to filmmaking, digital restoration, non-linear editing, or archival management.
• Archival Affinity: Proven experience or documented interest in working with historical film and media collections.
• Advanced Software Mastery: Strong professional command of DaVinci Resolve (for editing and color grading) and Adobe After Effects (for visual effects and digital restoration), including the ability to assemble short video content. A professional portfolio or showreel is required.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in speaking, understanding, and writing in English to ensure seamless coordination with international experts and partners.
• IT & Data Competency: Advanced computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, professional email communication, and Excel for precision metadata tracking and inventory analysis.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent personal communication skills, a collaborative team-worker mindset, and the ability to effectively coordinate technical workflows.

Application procedure

Only applicants who apply as per the below details will be shortlisted.

• This position is based in Baghdad and Maybe travels to Erbil and possibly other governorates.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage everyone to apply. We particularly encourage women to apply and contribute to our diverse and inclusive work environment.

• Deadline of submission: 6th of August 2026 23:59

• All applications must include the following (In English and in PDF format only) :Detailed CV , maximum 3 pages
• Cover Letter/motivation letter (explaining suitability for the position)                                                                                        
• Applications should be sent to [email protected] , using the following subject: “ Digitization and Post-Production Expert ”                                                      
• Expertise France reserves the right to close the announcement prior to the stated deadline as applications are screened on a rolling basis and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Incomplete applications and wrong title formats will not be considered.