Technician/Instructor Media

Permanent, Part Time (0.8)

The Commercial and Creative Industries at Carshalton College are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Technician/Instructor in Media.

You will be competent in all aspects of Media, including managing and maintaining a multi-camera TV Studio (lighting rig, sound desk, vision-mixer), sound booth, control room, and edit suites. Proficiency in using lighting, sound, and a range of broadcast cameras and film grip equipment is required, along with strong video and audio editing skills. A good understanding of VFX and graphics for moving images is also essential.

The primary responsibilities include maintaining the equipment and fittings of the Media Studios, supporting academic staff during classes, and instructing, supervising, or assessing students individually or in groups, with or without a teaching staff present. Approximately one-third of the hours will involve instructing students, and two-thirds will involve technician duties.

We seek someone experienced with equipment in this area, capable of maintaining tools and explaining technical techniques clearly to beginners. Proficiency in: Premiere CC, After Effects, Photoshop, Animate CC, Illustrator, and Maya is necessary, along with troubleshooting Mac hardware and software, especially Creative Cloud and Maya.

Applicants should hold a formal technical and/or educational qualification, a valid First Aid at Work Certificate (or be willing to obtain one), and possess experience with sound recorders, microphones, and boom poles. Experience in lighting, sound, vision mixing (including green screen, bugs, DVE, and keys), and rigging lights, cameras, sliders, jibs, and grip equipment is required. Good IT skills, time management, prioritization, and the ability to work under pressure to deadlines are essential.

The successful candidate will be eligible for salary increases based on the annual cost of living review, effective from the new academic year.

Closing date for applications: 15th May 2025.

The benefits package includes: 27 days of annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year, 5 days of Wellbeing leave, an excellent pension scheme (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidized sports facilities, professional development opportunities, and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time staff.

As part of due diligence, successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, an online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnerships, in accordance with the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010.

The South Thames Colleges Group comprises Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. We are one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training, dedicated to contributing to our local communities with a focus on student success.

We seek hardworking, collaborative individuals who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.

When you click on Apply, you will be directed to the application page hosted by Blue Octopus, our external recruitment partner supporting STCG throughout the process.