Support Technician Media Stores and Studios

The opportunity

If you possess hands-on experience of using Digital and Analogue Media equipment, resource management and student or customer services then we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join us as a Support Technician in our Media Store and help contribute to the delivery of technical services and resources at London College of Fashion (LCF).

Joining our skilled technical team, you'll support the day-to-day operation of the Media Store. You'll assist with the delivery of equipment bookings for Student’s, Specialist Technician’s and Staff, maintaining equipment and the running of the Photography and Moving Image studios.

You'll demonstrate use of equipment to students in one-to-one or small group settings, providing key support with academic activities to meet course outcomes and user needs.

You'll assist with the preparation of studio facilities, learning materials, equipment and consumables for students and staff to use and will also carry out basic and routine maintenance procedures to ensure all work areas are in a safe, orderly and hygienic condition.

You’ll collaborate with the wider technical team to research emerging technologies and kit investment strategies.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting manager Mary Jennings via m.e.jennings@fashion.arts.ac.uk

Your profile

To succeed in this role, you’ll need practical experience of using, demonstrating and maintaining Digital and Analogue Media equipment, resource management systems and student or customer services.

You'll possess previous experience in demonstrating the use of equipment and technical processes to others and will be capable of trouble-shooting any technical issues that may arise.

Knowledge and understanding of all relevant Health and Safety legislation and its effective operational implementation is essential, along with the ability to use a range of methods, tools and equipment to achieve a safe and acceptable standard of work.

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.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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