AV Technician

Job Title: AV Technician

Location: Thatcham

Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 P/A.

Job type: Full Time.

About us:

In this varied and busy role you will work as a member of the AV Team to deliver the technical requirements for School Events and Productions. You will also be working in classrooms and other School venues supporting the AV infrastructure.

You will be passionate about providing an excellent level of customer service and be able to demonstrate an innovative and professional approach. Flexibility in working hours will also be required to include some evenings and weekends from time to time.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• To support the AV and Production Manager in delivering the program of events, productions and the continual improvement of the AV Infrastructure, in all classrooms and venues.
• To contribute innovatively to the delivery of events and productions, helping to ensure that the experience for all stakeholders (Pupils, Parents and Staff) is at the forefront of the design.
• Working with the AV and Production Manager, investigate relevant new and emerging technologies that have the potential to improve effectiveness and/or functionality, in line with needs of the school.
• To assist with the creation of Digital content, both pre and post Event/Production, in line with the requirements of the school.
• To support the AV and Production Manager liaising with and managing external contractors, to deliver system maintenance, periodic health and safety checks to equipment/rigging, design system upgrades and improvements, through to implementation.
• To play a leading role in creating and communicating schedules and expectations to relevant staff for each Event/Production.
• To assist the AV and Production Manager in delivering an appropriate level of AV support for all members of the school community.
• To design and provide innovative and future proof solutions, keeping the school at the forefront of technology, within the curriculum and academic enrichment arenas. Aligned at all times to best practice deployed in the Events Industry.
• To contribute to the maintenance of the department’s equipment and to ensure an accurate inventory.
• To contribute towards a strong CPD programme for all AV staff to enable the school to keep ahead of appropriate.

Skills and Qualifications:

• At least 2+ years of experience in a digital production role within the events or education industry.
• An established skillset in the Office 365 platform and suite of products is essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud software, in particular Premiere Pro and Photoshop is essential.
• Use of Current RMS.
• Comfortable with working at height.
• IPAF 3a and 3b Qualification (desirable).
• A good knowledge of production and technical techniques including staging, construction, rigging, design and installation of temporary structures, lighting, sound and video, is essential.
• Experience of using Vectorworks for CAD modelling, or similar software.
• First Aid training, although training will be provided.
• Use of Blackmagic Design ATEM Switchers, OBS, Livestream studio or Vmix.
• Creative and innovative in the provision of Audio-Visual solutions.
• The ability to assimilate and absorb information at speed.
• An interest and the ability to keep up to date on advancements in technology.

Benefits:

• There is a generous holiday entitlement, and you will be entitled to 25 days’ annual leave per year plus 8 public holidays that fall within the School holidays.
• During term time we provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals free of charge.
• Access to facilities e.g. swimming pool + Yoga.
• Special social occasions through the year when staff can mix with colleagues and family members.
• You will receive initial induction training when you first join us.
• Employee Assistance Programme We offer confidential membership to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which offers a wide range of free support services and advice, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Discounted School fees at the discretion of the Headmistress, staff may be eligible for up to two-thirds discount on day fees should their daughter be accepted into the School.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Audio-Visual, Audio-Visual Technician, AV Tech, Audio Technician, Event Assistant, Venue Operations, Events Coordinator, Operations Assistant, Event AV Technician, may also be considered for this role.