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Color Grading Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Canoco

Excavator Operators

Fort Saskatchewan, AB · On-site

Operate hydraulic excavators to complete trenching, excavating, backfilling, grading, sloping, and ... colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other ...

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Canoco

Hoe Operator

Fort Saskatchewan, AB · On-site

Operate hydraulic excavators (hoes) to complete trenching, excavating, backfilling, grading ... colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other ...

Wood Plc

Intermediate Municipal Engineer

Calgary, AB · On-site

... grading and drainage, municipal permitting and approvals. * Manage and deliver municipal ... race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender ...

Ledcor Group

Surveyor

Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site

... grading * Set anchor bolts and formwork locations alongside civil crews * Prepare accurate ... All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual ...

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How much do color grading jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for color grading in Alberta is $27.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $35.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by color grading professionals on a typical project?

Color Grading professionals often face challenges such as matching shots from different cameras or lighting conditions, adhering to tight deadlines, and quickly implementing feedback from directors or clients. They must also ensure color consistency across various scenes and delivery formats, which can require frequent adjustments and close attention to detail. Collaboration with editors, cinematographers, and VFX teams is essential to maintain the desired visual style throughout the project. Successfully overcoming these challenges helps ensure a polished, cinematic final product that aligns with the project's creative vision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in color grading, and why are they important?

To excel in Color Grading, you need a strong understanding of color theory, an eye for visual details, and proficiency in post-production workflows, often supported by a background in film or digital media. Expertise with industry-standard software such as DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Baselight, along with relevant certifications, is frequently expected. Collaboration, creativity, and strong communication skills are valuable for interpreting creative briefs and working with directors or cinematographers. These attributes are crucial for producing visually cohesive and impactful projects that meet the creative vision and technical standards of the production.

What is a color grading?

A Color Grading job involves adjusting and enhancing the color and tone of a video or film to achieve a specific look or mood. Colorists use specialized software to balance colors, correct exposure, and create cinematic aesthetics. They work closely with directors and cinematographers to ensure the final visuals align with the creative vision. This process helps create consistency across scenes and enhances storytelling through color.

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Infographic showing various Color Grading job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,153 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Equipment Operator - Roadbuilding and Reclamation

Ledcor Group

Calgary, AB

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

We're looking for experienced Equipment Operators to join our team on a road building and reclamation project in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
If you prioritize safety, take pride in quality work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Primarily operate Excavators (20 - 80 ton) andDozers (D6 - D10)

  • Operate other equipment such as a grader, water truck and roller packer as required

  • Perform excavation, grading, loading, material handling, and earthmoving activities

  • Set up dumps for optimal cycle times, windrow, striping and separating of organized materials for the loading units

  • Perform pre-trip inspections and complete daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities

  • Work collaboratively with crew members to meet production and quality targets

  • Adhere to all Ledcor and project safety policies, procedures, and site requirements

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years' experience operating dozers, excavators and other equipment

  • Previous experience in road building, reclamation work or mining are highly preferred

  • Experience using GPS machine control systems is preferred

  • Fine grading experience is considered an asset

  • Must be available for day / night shifts

  • Successful completion of pre-access drug and alcohol testing

  • Valid driver's license

  • Ground Disturbance Level 2 certification

  • CSTS 09, Common Safety Orientation (CSO) or OSSA Basic Safety Orientation (BSO)

Work Conditions

  • 14 days on and 7 days off, working 12 hours per day

  • Camp accommodations

  • Travel allowance provided

  • Extended Health & Wellness Benefits provided by CLAC Alberta

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We're experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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