Studio Assistant

Ravensbourne University London; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative university in London is seeking a Studio Assistant for its Digital Film Production team. This role is essential for managing production spaces and supporting student projects, including graduation screenings and industry events. Ideal candidates will have experience in film/TV production and a solid understanding of health and safety practices. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the student experience and work collaboratively in a vibrant educational environment. If you are passionate about film making and eager to support students in their creative journeys, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in film/TV production projects in an educational context.
• Good working knowledge of Health and Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support management of production spaces and student projects.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and support course-specific projects.

Skills

Film/TV production experience

Health and Safety knowledge

Project management

Production design

Job description

Ravensbourne University London is an innovative, industry-focused university located at the heart of London’s newest creative community on the Greenwich Peninsula. We're champions of creativity and collaboration, dedicated to giving our learners the specialist skills and opportunities they need for outstanding careers in digital media. Ravensbourne’s BA Digital Film Production course has a range of close relationships with industry companies and practitioners. The course is rooted firmly in practical film-making skills. It has a positive reputation in the industry and achieves very strongly in supporting students into employment.

The Role

At Ravensbourne we are looking for a Studio Assistant to join our specialist team within Digital Film Production. You will support the use and management of our production spaces and provide project management support for student projects.

Our Studio Assistants work collaboratively with teaching staff in film and also on other courses within the Media, Film and TV Department. You will also support delivery of course-specific projects including the annual graduation screenings, industry training events, trips and visits.

Studio Assistants are a vital part of the student experience and the life of the wider Department.

We are looking for.....

1. Experience of film/TV production projects in an educational or related context ideally within the film and/or television sector.
2. Good working knowledge of Health and Safety practice on location and on set in film/TV production projects.
3. Experience in production design and set-craft will be an advantage.
4. Knowledge and experience of project delivery will be a strong asset.

About You

You have:

1. A knowledge of and enthusiasm for film making.
2. Experience of project management and delivery.
3. An understanding of health and safety practice on set and on location.
4. An enthusiasm for supporting students pastorally and professionally.
5. An ability to work as part of a small team and, where needed, to work independently.
6. Responsiveness to student needs from a range of backgrounds.

We value a range of skills and are keen to hear from you if you are looking to build your industry or educational career. We will provide clear briefing and support for you to get started.

If you are interested in this role and would like to have an informal discussion about it, please email [e-mail] to arrange a call.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those that are currently under-represented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates.