Film & Media Technician

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 Scheme
• 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays
• College closure and wellbeing days, including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free On-Site Gyms
• Lifestyle Discounts
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Professional Development and career progression
• Additional 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 equipment
• Support staff and students with cameras, lighting, sound and recording equipment
• Prepare studios, classrooms and facilities for teaching and events
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide practical solutions
• Maintain equipment, stock and technical records
• Support media projects, productions and College events
• Promote 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 equipment
• Good knowledge of cameras, lighting, sound and recording technologies
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn new technologies
• An 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.