Job Description. 1. Ensure adequate arrangements exist for the storage, distribution and maintenance of AV, DV and SR equipment;

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1 Job escription Job Title Technician (Audio Visual / igital Video) Salary Scale Scale 4 Responsible To Technical Services Manager Responsible For No subordinate staff Number in Post 1 ate rafted April 2015 Job Purpose Responsible for the supervision, maintenance and booking of Audio Visual (AV), Sound Reinforcement (SR) and igital Video (V) equipment. To assist the Technical Manager in supporting curriculum delivery for staff and students across the Institute along with providing a customer facing role for bookings and events. Major Tasks 1. nsure adequate arrangements exist for the storage, distribution and maintenance of AV, V and SR equipment; 2. Provide technical support for staff and students in achieving their learning goals 3. Support the continued development of information systems within Technical Services for the benefit of staff and students 4. Provides technical support for major LIPA events (Open days / Masterclasses / Graduation etc.); 5. Assists with budget preparations and the ordering of equipment; 6. Undertakes duties common to all technical staff of the Institute. Page 1/6

2 Job Activities Major Task 1 nsures adequate arrangements exist for the storage, distribution and maintenance of AV, V and SR equipment nsures equipment and materials are stored in a safe, secure and tidy manner; nsures equipment and materials are itemised and recorded in accordance with Institute stock control procedures; Maintains a schedule of planned activities to ensure AV/V/SR equipment is available to meet the demands of the curriculum, and operate a booking / reservation system where required for teaching, productions and other events across the Institute Co-ordinate and allocate AV/V services and equipment to teaching areas in accordance with staff requests; Facilitates equipment issues and returns in accordance with Institute policy and financial regulations; Undertakes first line maintenance, repair and fault finding of AV/V equipment; nsures AV and V equipment and installations are serviced and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, and therefore available for use on a daily basis. Major Task 2 Provide technical support for staff and students in achieving their learning goals Ad-hoc demonstrations of AV/V equipment and software to students, working in conjunction with teaching staff delivering video production modules; Provides support for AV/V production including camera, lighting and sound equipment and a variety of non-linear post production facilities; Provides general technical support, advice and assistance for students and staff; Prepares technical facilities for taught sessions as required. Staffs service point on a rota basis with other members of the Technical Services team. Page 2/6

3 Major Task 3 Support the continued development of information systems within Technical Services for the benefit of staff and students nsure the LIPA Technical Services SharePoint site is kept up to date and relevant, working with other members of the team to upload and maintain content. Maintain and populate the Technical services twitter account with information provided by the Technical Services Team with relevant information, for example unscheduled maintenance, room closures, so on. Major Task 4 Provides technical support for major LIPA events. (Open days / Masterclasses / Graduation etc.); Work with colleagues across the Institute to help define technical requirements for events; Configure, install and operate technical systems including sound, AV and presentation systems Work with colleagues across the Institute to prepare supporting audio visual materials for events and other purposes Major Task 5 Assists with budget preparations and the ordering of equipment; Assists with orders for materials and equipment as directed; Assists in the preparation of annual estimates and budgets for equipment. Page 3/6

4 Common Technician uties Works flexibly, contributing to projects of a general nature and providing cover and support for other technical staff; nsures appropriate financial/stock records are maintained and updated in accordance with the Institute s financial regulations; Participates in staff appraisals and training programmes as required; nsures our Health and Safety policy is implemented within areas of responsibility; nsures work areas are at all times kept in a clean and tidy manner; Maintains adequate levels of security for property. Carries out duties at all times with due regard to qual Opportunities, Health and Safety and other policies as agreed and revised from time to time. Notes: This job description will be reviewed annually as part of the appraisal process and may be varied in the light of our changing business needs. The job description sets out the main duties of the post at the date it was drafted. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations occur occasionally and cannot justify any reconsideration of the grading of the post. Changes will be made in consultation with the individual. If however after consultation, the person concerned is not in agreement with the proposed change, then they would be able to use the grievance procedure. Location: The job is initially located on our main site. However, it may be that from time to time the post holder will be required to work on different duties, or in any other jobs, within his / her competence, such jobs being in his / her present or any other location as may be deemed appropriate. In all cases regard will be paid to the qualifications, experience, current duties and responsibilities and personal circumstances of the post holder. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday although some weekend and evening work will be occasionally required. Page 4/6

5 Person Specification AV/V Technician To be identified by: ducation and Qualifications: A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject xperience: xperience in booking equipment and maintaining robust booking systems xperience in a similar role in an H or F environment xperience in the operation of digital video capture and editing systems xperience of configuring and deploying digital audio and video networks xperience of working in a theatre and events environment, especially with regard to multimedia presentations. xperience of first line equipment maintenance, including PAT testing. xperience of working for multiple stakeholders in a customer facing environment Knowledge and Skills Thorough working knowledge of presentation systems, such as flat screens\touchscreens and video projectors. Thorough working knowledge of digital video equipment, including digital cameras and live digital video mixing systems. Interview Interview Interview Page 5/6

6 Knowledge of audio editing / playout software such as Pro tools, Logic, QLab. Thorough knowledge of at least one industry standard video NL platform (e.g. FCPro, Media Composer) Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint Interview Knowledge of Apple Macintosh systems, hardware and software including (but not limited to) Keynote Knowledge of MS Office Applications, including (but not limited to) Word, xcel, PowerPoint Knowledge of equality and diversity issues in relation to teaching, learning and assessment in Higher ducation xcellent oral and written communication skills Interview Interview/ Presentation Organised and methodical Interview Ability to work on own initiative and independently xcellent attention to detail Ability to identify areas for improvement and identify possible solutions Ability to assimilate detailed information and identify key issues Willingness to learn and adapt to different situations Interview Presentation Interview / Presentation Interview / Presentation Interview Commitment: To our quality and iversity policies and practice To the provision of a high level of service to colleagues and students Interview Interview Page 6/6