Media Technician
Location: Chippenham
Salary: £24,331 rising to £24,841 per annum (Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a)
Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for a Media Technician to join our team.
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500students.
Media Technician The Role:
Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a skilled Media Technician to support our dynamic Creative Media and Music provision at the Chippenham campus. This is an exciting opportunity to work in industry-standard facilities and contribute to the development of future creatives.
Facilities include:
A fully equipped TV Studio with broadcast capabilities
Single camera production equipment
Professional Music Studios
Games Development Suites
Media Technician - Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and manage media and music equipment and specialist spaces
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations across all technical areas
Support the delivery of workshops, classes, and live events
Assist in the planning and execution of enrichment activities
Provide technical support to staff and students during practical sessions
Contribute to the smooth running of productions and creative projects
Media Technician - You
You will be a proactive and organised individual with a strong technical background in media production. Experience in studio operations, AV equipment, and digital workflows is essential. Youll be confident working independently and collaboratively, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to supporting creative learning.
Key Skills & Experience:
Knowledge of studio equipment and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, DAWs)
Strong understanding of health and safety in technical spaces
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to support learners and staff in a creative educational setting
Media Technician Benefits:
Competitive salary
30 days' annual leave for Professional Services Staff plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
You will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme
You will have access to our employee assistance programme (EAP) and enjoy other benefits such as discounts with a wide variety of retailers
Free car parking onsite
Media Technician - Application Process:
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
To submit your application for this exciting Media Technician opportunity, please click Apply now.
PLEASE NOTE:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Closing date: 8 th December
Shortlist date: 9 th December
Interview date: TBC
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