Technical support for staff and students in learning and professional environments

Supporting and management of equipment, cameras and media, music and theatre requirements etc.; providing technical support across lighting, sound, stage, health and safety and operating Audio-Visual systems in the theatre.

Acting as Crew in various forms (SM, DSM, ASM, Lighting, Sound and FX and attending production meetings.

Organisation of and supervision of learners in the theatre, dance & music studio environments.

Management, organisation, ordering and maintenance of audio-visual equipment and specialist equipment and materials as well as tracking department spending.

Utilise specialist equipment including sound and lighting consoles, PA systems, lighting fixtures, microphones and microphone techniques as well as specialist software (Logic Pro, Pro Tools Adobe Creative Suite and QLab). To be involved with the diagnosis of technical errors with the listed specialist equipment.

To assist in the preparation and organisation of displays, both within the Faculty and outside.

To prepare materials and set up equipment for use in studios and workshops, including musical instruments

To give practical assistance to staff in the department and assist students in a supporting role when classes are in operation.

To assist in departmental administrative tasks which include cataloguing, filing, photocopying and labelling of resource materials.

Experience in prioritising and organising workload, supporting a team.

Knowledge of set building, manual handling and general health & safety requirements associated with professional theatre/music facilities

Practical experience in supporting an academic Music and Performing Arts environment

Good IT skills

Qualifications:

English and Maths to level 2

Ideal Attributes:

Ability to work at heights

Good communication and interpersonal skills

A well organised approach to work with good time management