About this role
Film & Media Technician
Chippenham
£25,304 rising to £25,835 per year
Are you a practical and creative technician with experience supporting media, audiovisual equipment and digital technologies? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking College where technology plays an important role in supporting teaching, learning and student creativity.
As a Media Technician, you will provide technical support across media and creative learning environments, helping staff and students make the most of specialist equipment and facilities. The department also offers Music, Games Development and Visual Arts.
You will work with cameras, lighting, sound, recording equipment and digital media technologies, providing day-to-day support, troubleshooting technical issues and ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and ready for use.
What We Offer
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Location: Chippenham Campus
Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts
Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidaysCollege closure and wellbeing days, including a 2-week paid Christmas closureElectric Vehicle SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFree On-Site GymsLifestyle DiscountsCycle-to-Work SchemeProfessional Development and career progressionAdditional staff perks and discounts
A stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.
What You’ll Do
Set up, maintain and operate media and audiovisual equipmentSupport staff and students with cameras, lighting, sound and recording equipmentPrepare studios, classrooms and facilities for teaching and eventsTroubleshoot technical issues and provide practical solutionsMaintain equipment, stock and technical recordsSupport media projects, productions and College eventsPromote safe and effective use of specialist equipment
What You’ll Bring
Level 2 qualification or above in Media, Creative Media, Photography, Film, TV or a related subject; or equivalent knowledge and experience.Practical experience working with media or audiovisual equipmentGood knowledge of cameras, lighting, sound and recording technologiesStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsGood communication and organisational skillsA proactive approach and willingness to learn new technologiesAn understanding of health and safety when working with technical equipment
Make a move that truly pays off
If you're ready for a rewarding technical role where you can combine your passion for media with practical problem-solving, we'd love to hear from you.
Your technical skills could help shape the next generation of creative talent.