Production Technician

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Production Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in delivering practical demonstrations and supporting the creative learning environment. This exciting position allows you to work with cutting-edge production technologies, including Adobe Creative Suite, while contributing to the university's mission of transforming lives through inclusive education. If you have a passion for video production and a desire to support students in their creative journeys, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Induction and Development Support

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Experience with video production and camera operation is essential.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and manage specialist equipment.
• Operate video cameras and audio recording devices effectively.

Skills

Video Production

Camera Operation

Adobe Creative Suite

Audio Recording

Lighting Equipment

Education

Experience in Higher Education Production

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Audition

Adobe InDesign

Adobe After Effects

DSLR Cameras

Job description

Job Title: Production Technician

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive institution rooted in the Liverpool City Region with a global presence. Our community includes students and staff who are integral to every industry and community, shaping and supporting the city of Liverpool.

Role Overview: The successful candidate will assist the Senior Technician in preparing and delivering practical demonstrations, including timetabled sessions, workshops, and demonstrations of production technologies such as Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro, Audition, InDesign, and After Effects.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the daily operations of designated spaces, including booking and using specialist equipment and facilities.
2. Operate video and DSLR cameras, audio recording devices, and portable lighting equipment.
3. Work effectively in workshops, studios, or similar environments.

Qualifications and Experience: Experience with video production, camera operation, and working in a production environment within Higher Education is necessary.

Additional Information: Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Benefits: LJMU offers an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension scheme, induction and development support, and family-friendly policies.

Join Us: This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to LJMU's Strategy 2030, aiming to transform lives through inclusive education. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities.

Application Note: All vacancies are closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date unless otherwise specified.

LJMU supports professional development for fixed-term researchers, supporting 10 days of activities per year (pro-rata).