Media & Performing Arts Technician: Lighting, Sound & Video

Sidneystringertrust

Coventry

Hybrid

GBP 18,000 - 23,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sidney Stringer Academy is seeking a dynamic Media & Performing Arts Technician to support the Performing Arts Department with sound production, rigging, lighting, and AV setup. The role also covers photo/video work and social media content creation for school projects and events.

The candidate should have GCSE English and Maths and ideally qualifications in performing arts or media, plus experience in theatre or school settings. Lifting and working at height are required.

Qualifications

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
Desirable: qualifications in performing arts or media.
Experience in technical theatre or school environments.
Able to work at height and perform heavy lifting.
Strong IT and media tech skills across photo/video and AV equipment.
Ability to organise and manage media content for display.

Responsibilities

Provide technical service including sound production, rigging, lighting, and AV equipment operation.
Support creation and administration of the school’s media output (photos/videos, social media).
Assist in setup and maintenance of venues for performances and events.
Collaborate with staff to ensure safe, effective media delivery and presentations.

Skills

IT proficiency

Media tech

Photography

Video editing

Lighting & sound

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Performing arts or media qualification desirable

Tools

GarageBand

Apple Mac/PC

Projector setup

Photography equipment

Theatre design software

Job description

The candidate should have GCSE English and Maths and ideally qualifications in performing arts or media, plus experience in theatre or school settings. Lifting and working at height are required.

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