Video Production & AV Specialist

Dublin Business School; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dublin Business School is seeking a skilled Video Production & AV Specialist to plan, record, edit, and deliver high-quality digital video content for learning, internal communications, and marketing. You will manage end-to-end productions and provide specialist AV support across campuses and studios.

You will collaborate with learning designers and faculty to improve workflows, accessibility, and the adoption of new technologies, while maintaining strong production standards and schedules.

Qualifications

• Education to QQI Level 6/7 or international equivalent in film/media production or similar.
• 2–3 years in video production, post-production, or AV support roles.
• Proficiency with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop; portfolio/showreel required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit, and deliver digital video content for learning, comms, and marketing.
• Manage end-to-end video workflows including multi-camera editing, color and audio.
• Provide AV support across campuses and recording studios; maintain equipment.
• Improve production workflows, accessibility, and adopt new technologies.
• Collaborate with faculty, designers, and stakeholders for content delivery.

Education

QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate in Film/Media Production or equivalent

QQI Level 7 Degree or international equivalent

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Panopto

Kaltura

Zoom

Articulate Storyline

Rise 360

Job description

Reports to: Production Lead and Head of Digital Ventures

Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term

Working Hours: 39 hours per week

Position Overview

Dublin Business School is seeking a skilled and adaptable Video Production & AV Specialist to plan, produce, record, edit, and deliver high-quality digital video and multimedia content for institutional learning, internal communications, and marketing as required. The successful candidate will manage video productions from initial planning and recording through to editing, post-production, and final delivery, while also providing specialist operational support for audio-visual systems across lecture halls, event spaces, and recording studios.

The role is responsible for the effective operation of DBS recording facilities and for working directly with staff, faculty, and other stakeholders to produce professional digital content. The Video Production & AV Specialist will contribute to the ongoing development of the Creative Studios by identifying opportunities to improve production workflows, operational efficiencies, accessibility, and the adoption of relevant new technologies.

Key relationships: Head of Digital Ventures, Learning Designers, Quality Assurance, Graphics & Animation, Academic Faculty, Industry Partners/SMEs

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, film, and edit digital video content, including academic lectures, promotional material, online course modules, institutional announcements, and other digital media productions.
• Manage end-to-end video production and post-production workflows using industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition.
• Deliver professional multi-camera editing, colour correction, audio mixing and mastering, graphics integration, and captioning, ensuring outputs meet appropriate quality and accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 where applicable.
• Manage media assets, digital storage, archiving, metadata, and distribution formats, ensuring content is optimised for web, social media, and internal learning management systems (LMS).
• Produce and manage multiple podcast and recorded-media projects, liaising with hosts, guests, academic teams, and internal stakeholders to coordinate recording, post-production, and final delivery.

Audio-Visual Operations & Technical Support:

• Set up, operate, and provide specialist support for AV and recording technology across campus classrooms, hybrid lecture rooms, event spaces, conference facilities, and recording studios.
• Diagnose and resolve AV hardware and software issues affecting live events, academic lectures, webcasts, recordings, and hybrid delivery.
• Carry out routine testing, operational checks, preventive maintenance, and relevant firmware or software updates to support the reliable operation of AV and production systems.
• Provide technical onboarding, guidance, and support to faculty, guest speakers, and staff in the effective use of classroom, studio, recording, and hybrid delivery technology.
• Support the operation and upkeep of professional video production equipment, including cameras, lighting rigs, microphones, gimbals, teleprompters, and associated studio technology.
• Collaborate with central IT, e-learning, and internal stakeholders on digital transformation and media-production initiatives across the College.
• Maintain an accurate production-equipment inventory and liaise with external vendors regarding repairs, technical support, and equipment procurement when required.

Culture

• Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect across the team and the College;
• Work proactively and cooperatively with colleagues across departments to achieve shared goals;
• Demonstrate professionalism, approachability, and collegiality in all interactions;
• Communicate openly and constructively, supporting a positive and solutions-focused team environment;
• Uphold the organisation’s values in all internal and external activities;
• Take initiative in personal and professional development, and acknowledge and support the contributions of others.

Candidate Qualifications & Experience

Required (Essential) Criteria:

• Education: QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate or QQI Level 7 Degree, or an internationally recognised equivalent, in Film/Media Production, Digital Media, Audio-Visual Technology, Multimedia, Broadcasting, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience in video production, post-production, digital media, or a combined video production and AV support role.
• Video Production & Editing Proficiency: Advanced practical skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop, with a portfolio or showreel demonstrating professional video production and post-production capability.
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of professional cameras, audio mixers, lighting configurations, SDI/HDMI distribution, PTZ camera operation, recording environments, and live-streaming setups.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and resolve production and live-event technical issues efficiently.
• Experience working within a higher education, digital learning, media production, or corporate training environment.
• Knowledge of lecture capture software (Panopto, Kaltura, Zoom) and LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle).
• Graphic design skills.
• Experience in authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Rise 360

This job description is a guide to the work the post holders will initially be required to undertake. It may be amended from time to time to meet changing circumstances by mutual agreement. It is expected that the post-holders and their manager will review the job description regularly.