Music and AV Technician

The Independent Schools Council; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a motivated Technician to support its vibrant Music Department. The role involves providing IT support, managing recording equipment, and assisting with school events. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills in music software and a passion for working within a team environment. Join a supportive atmosphere dedicated to fostering musical and academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of music software and recording.
• Experience in IT support and sound design.
• Ability to manage electronic music studio and recording studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support to the Music Department and manage software.
• Oversee the Recording Studio and assist with music events.
• Support classroom lessons and manage technical needs for performances.

Skills

Knowledge of music software

IT support

Electronic equipment management

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic technician to provide technical support to the Music Department and to assist with wider school events as needed. The successful candidate will be a team player who enjoys working with students and staff alike, with excellent knowledge of music software, recording and IT.

In an environment where individuals come first, Headington is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, impressive range of sports, music and the arts. Headington has an exciting and happy Music Department with a large dedicated team of academic and specialist instrumental tutors. The department is housed in a purpose-built Music School, with excellent practice and teaching facilities, performance and rehearsal spaces, and a recording studio. We offer a full academic programme (including GCSE and A Level Music) and teach over 400 instrumental lessons a week, supported by a full-time Administrator. We facilitate a busy concert programme throughout the year and aim to provide performance opportunities for all musicians, regardless of their experience. Pupils are committed, high-achieving and polite.

Key responsibilities:

• To provide IT support to the Music Department, including maintaining software and upgrades, including macOS systems
• To manage the Recording Studio and Electronic Music Studio
• To be responsible for all electronic equipment within the department
• To provide technical support as needed with classroom lessons, recorded Music exams and with Music Technology courses
• To provide technical support for Music Department concerts, both in and out of school, and to assist with sound design for school productions
• To oversee the live-streaming of concerts and events
• To oversee the management of the music building
• To be responsible for infrastructure improvements, such as the spec, upgrading and installation of equipment
• To be able to provide additional technical support for other events as required

To support the delivery of other elements of the school curriculum requiring technician support