Technical Demonstrator in TV & Film

Bath Spa University; Bath; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

On-site facilities

Career development

Job summary

Bath Spa University in Bath is seeking a technically skilled specialist to join the Learning Innovation & Skills Unit. You will deliver hands-on demonstrations in location sound, studio audio, Pro Tools and post‑production, and provide tech support for live productions and assessments.

You'll work with professional equipment in a refurbished broadcast studio environment, collaborate with students and staff, and help develop practical experience using current production workflows across TV, sound

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Pro Tools, including editing, mixing and post-production workflows.
• Practical experience using Sound Devices or equivalent professional field recorders, including timecode and multi-track recording.
• Strong location sound skills: boom operation, radio mics and lavalier concealment.
• Experience in live sound/broadcast audio, including mics, mixing and routing.
• Teaching, demonstration or technical support experience in higher education or creative industries.
• Excellent communication, student-focused approach and willingness to develop across TV and live production.
• Experience with broadcast audio consoles, Dante/networked audio and IFB systems.
• Knowledge of immersive/object-based audio and modern broadcast workflows.
• Wider experience in multi-camera TV, live events or OB production.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on demonstrations in location sound, studio audio, Pro Tools and post-production.
• Provide technical support for live productions, practical sessions and assessments.
• Work with professional equipment (Sound Devices recorders, mics, timecode, 7.1.4 suites).
• Collaborate with students, academic staff and the technical team.
• Contribute to innovation culture and help students gain practical experience.

Skills

Teaching/demo experience

Student-focused approach

Communication skills

Industry networks

Tools

Pro Tools

Sound Devices

Dante/networked audio

IFB systems

Job description

Department: Learning Innovation & Skills Unit / Schools Technical Services

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park

Compensation: Grade Ac1 - Starting from £33,951 rising to £37,694 per annum

Application Deadline: 21 September 2026

Description

At Newton Park, creativity meets technology in a collaborative environment where students and professionals work together on ambitious broadcast and media projects. We're looking for enthusiastic technical specialists to become part of our dedicated team and play a key role in delivering outstanding production experiences.

Our facilities have recently undergone a major refurbishment of our television studio andproduction spaces, providing a modern environment for live, multi-camera and broadcast production. Our Pro Tools audio suites are equipped for 7.1.4 immersive audio, supporting contemporary sound design, mixing and post-production workflows.

About the Role

This role involves delivering engaging, hands‑on demonstrations in location sound, studio audio, Pro Tools and audio post‑production, while providing technical support for live productions, practical sessions and assessments. You will work with professional equipment including Sound Devices recorders, radio microphones, boom microphones, timecode systems and 7.1.4 audio suites, collaborating closely with students, academic staff and the wider technical team.

As a member of the team, you'll contribute to a culture of innovation, support emerging creative talent, and help students gain practical experience using current professional production technologies and workflows. If you're passionate about audio and broadcast technology, enjoy problem‑solving, and want to develop your skills across sound, post‑production and live production, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

• Strong working knowledge of Pro Tools, including editing, mixing and post‑production workflows.
• Practical experience using Sound Devices or equivalent professional field recorders, including timecode, sync and multi‑track recording workflows.
• Strong practical location sound skills, including boom operating, radio microphones and concealing/hiding lavalier microphones.
• Experience of live sound and/or broadcast audio, including microphones, mixing, routing and monitoring.
• Teaching, demonstration or technical support experience, preferably within higher education or the creative industries.
• Excellent communication skills, a student‑focused approach, and a willingness to diversify and develop skills across television, multi‑camera and live production.
• Experience with professional broadcast audio consoles, Dante/networked audio, intercom and IFB systems.
• Knowledge or experience of immersive audio, object‑based audio and modern broadcast audio workflows.
• Wider experience of multi‑camera television, live events or outside broadcast production.
• Active industry experience and professional networks within audio, broadcast or live production.

For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Additional Information

Salary Grade Ac1 - Starting from £33,951 rising to £37,694 per annum

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

• Please note that some evening and weekend working may be required for this role. The arrangement of working hours will be agreed in advance with the line manager.
• This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
• Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on‑site nursery, and a sector‑leading enhanced maternity scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on‑demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/