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AD1568
Our commitment to EDI
We are proud to have achieved the Inclusive Employers Standard Silver Accreditation in 2024, reflecting our dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where the diversity of our students and staff is truly valued and respected. We welcome application from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from People of Colour and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Our commitment to Safeguarding
AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.
About the role
With a history spanning over 50 years, Bournemouth Film School (BFS) sits at the heart of Arts University Bournemouth and brings together the disciplines of acting, animation, costume, creative writing, dance, film production, make-up, performance design and visual effects. Courses are modelled on contemporary industry practice, contextualised by a philosophy of practical learning in an academic environment.
We are currently looking to recruit a Technician Demonstrator with practical experience in set construction and in film and stop motion animation studio operations to work within our Scenic Services Team.
Competent in set construction activities and in the use of tools and machinery. This element of the role will be informed by your knowledge of workplace health, safety and welfare along with a comprehensive knowledge of carpentry and set construction techniques. Predominantly based in our scenic workshop the construction element of this role also extends to our film studios, two theatre venues and other external venues as required. The successful candidate will also have some knowledge of studio lighting, rigging, and production studio infrastructure.
Providing comprehensive hands-on support and advice to students throughout studio production activities, you will contribute to team deliverables across Bournemouth Film School, devising and delivering technical inductions, demonstrations and workshops, equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills to practice their craft safely and competently.
Proficient in the field and highly competent, you will provide expert advice and comprehensive support across technical aspects of learning and teaching activities, including individual, group and collaborative student projects, which take place in dedicated university studios and on location. You will ensure the on-going availability of serviceable equipment and resources through proactive and reactive maintenance, and contribute to the effective and efficient operation of equipment and resources stores, ensuring accurate asset management procedures are maintained, including completing regular audits, inventories and stock checks.
Ideally educated to undergraduate degree level, you must hold a minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, and GCSE or equivalent, minimum grade C/5, English and Maths. You will be encouraged to participate in continuous professional development to ensure subject knowledge and experience is maintained in line with industry trends. Experience of working in a film/television studio and/or stop motion animation professional environment, and having contributed to supporting learners in a further or higher education context would be advantageous.
You will need to be flexible in your approach to the working day and environment as this varied post supports a diverse range of individuals, is locatedon one of the University’s satellite sites and entails regular evening and weekend working. A full UK driving licence would be advantageous to enable travel between AUB sites and venues
Our benefits
In meeting your performance expectations, each year you’ll have a salary increase in line with the grade of your role. As well as this there is an annual cost of living increase. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub.
AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered.If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk. If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk and we’ll be in touch.
Visa Sponsorship
This position does not meet the UKVI salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore demonstrate their right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
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