Specialist Technician 3D Capture Photography and Moving Image

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to join the Image Capture Studios (ICS) team as a Specialist Technician at the London College of Communication.

The ICS technical facility provides college-wide students with access to a range of imaging facilities from photography, moving image and 3D capture studios to analogue darkrooms, film scanning and bespoke inkjet printing. As a full-service imaging department, ICS has a keen interest in emerging technologies and developing our 3D capture facilities through photogrammetry, 3D scanning, volumetric capture, virtual production and AI.

Reporting to the ICS Technical Coordinator, you will join a dynamic team of skilled technicians dedicated to enhancing the student experience and delivering industry-standard services. Working alongside both technicians and academic staff, you will ensure students are trained in the safe, innovative, and professional use of the college’s technical resources.

You will provide expertise, guidance, and advice in 3D capture, photography, and moving image production, while overseeing, maintaining, and instructing students in the use of the studios, scanners, digital print facilities, 3D capture equipment, and production resources within the Image Capture Studios.

Your profile

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive team member who is adept at communicating effectively, has a wide range of technical expertise in lens-based media and can demonstrate specific experience and commitment to emerging technologies, particularly within the field of photogrammetry and 3D scanning.

A degree level qualification is essential, while a PgCert in Art, Design and Communication would be desirable.

You will have proficient experience with a range of digital camera systems and studio lighting for photography and videography. You will also possess advanced IT skills, including a familiarity with a range of relevant 2D and 3D software applications.

We expect high levels of technical competence, professionalism, and a dedication to continued personal development.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Deyka Hassan, Resourcing Assistant, lcc.jobs@lcc.arts.ac.uk

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

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