Specialist Technician – Media

The Manchester College has many Campus locations across Greater Manchester, each with its own specialist cutting-edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest Further Education College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Centre campus to join us as a Specialist Technician in the Media department on a permanent part time (17.5 per week) basis.

As a Specialist Technician within Media Broadcast, TV/Film and Audio production you will support the teaching and learning objectives of planned curriculum programmes through the provision of technical support. Be responsible for ordering, allocating and maintaining all materials and equipment required by staff and students for curriculum delivery and assessment. Be required to support teachers in the delivery of the curriculum and enhance the student experience by giving demonstrations and providing general (direct/practical) support and advice.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Level 2 English & Mathematics
• Industry relevant qualification within Broadcast Media, TV, Film and/or Audio production
• Knowledge of Broadcast Cameras and Digital cameras that shoot in Full HD, 4K and 8K
• Demonstratable experience of camera functionality and operation, alongside microphone set up and sound recording for moving image
• Experienced in studio and location recording for TV/Film and Audio
• First Aid qualification (or be prepared to work towards within first year)

In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (FTE)
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Simply Health scheme care vouchers

The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you wish to apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit our website to apply! (url removed)/vacancies.

Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the role profile.

Salaries are based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

The closing date for this job advert is 12 noon Monday 08/01/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

Interviews to be held Friday 19/01/2024.

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.