Senior Technician (Media and Digital) - Maternity Cover

Swansea University; Swansea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea University is seeking a Senior Technician (Media and Digital) on a maternity cover basis. The role combines hands-on technical support with academic assistance across media modules, ensuring smooth delivery of practical sessions.

You will manage and maintain studio equipment, handle bookings, support Hydra exercises, and provide practical training in content creation, camera operation and video editing using Adobe or DaVinci software.

Qualifications

• Candidates should preferably have a degree in media with courses focusing on content creation and practical experience.
• Experience in camera operations and video editing is advantageous.
• Knowledge of studio equipment, booking or loan processes and basic administrative tasks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and academic support across media modules.
• Manage and maintain studio space and equipment, including loan kits and bookings.
• Support Hydra exercises by setting up systems and ensuring ongoing operation.
• Assist with content creation and video editing using Adobe or DaVinci software.

Skills

Content creation

Camera operation

Video editing

Administrative skills

Bookkeeping

Studio management

Tech proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in media

Tools

Adobe software

DaVinci Resolve

Blackmagic equipment

Sony cameras

Job description

Senior Technician (Media and Digital) - Maternity Cover

As an integral member of the Media Department, the postholder will provide both technical expertise and academic support across a range of modules. The role also involves offering technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance to students, ensuring they receive timely support in resolving any technical issues encountered during their studies.

Additional responsibilities include equipment management. Keeping equipment to a standard. Students in certain modules require equipment for their assignments. There are a set number of rental kits that can be loaned. Candidates need to organise and manage student expectations for rental equipment as well as monitor any loans.

Separately is the management and operation of the studio space allocated to the School of Culture and Communication. Any candidates would dictate and bookkeep the studio. Taking bookings from staff and students. Learning the equipment and ability to accommodate requests.

Candidates may also be tasked with the support of another facility known as Hydra. Expectations of support include setting up the system and ensuring the successful running of exercises.

Candidates should preferably have a degree in media and courses that focus on content creation and practical experience. For example, camera operations and video editing.Experience of the following equipment and skillsets in these associated areas would be advantageous:Content creation. Mainly video.Camera operation. Using a mixture of different models from Blackmagic to Sony.Video editing, preferably using Adobe software or DaVinci.Administrative skills, including standard Microsoft software and bookkeeping.Studio time and experience would be beneficial.A general interest and competency regarding technology and computers.