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Technician (Filmmaking & Creative Technologies), The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

  •  North West
  •  ÂŁ25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes August 11, 2025
  •  Recruit
  •  recruit@lipa.ac.uk
  • #Performing arts

Description

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit a Filmmaking Technician for our Technical Services Team to support the equipment specifically used on our Filmmaking & Creative Technologies and Acting (Screen & Digital) courses.

Job Description

The postholder will be responsible for coordinating the administration and operational oversight for film production both on and off campus and will assist the Technical Services Manager in supporting curriculum delivery across the Institute. They will also be responsible for the supervision, maintenance and booking of Filmmaking & Creative Technologies equipment, Acting (Screen & Digital) equipment and Technical Services streaming equipment and setup along with providing a customer facing role for bookings and events.

The duties for this post include:

  • To ensure adequate arrangements exist for the storage, distribution and maintenance of Filmmaking & Creative Technologies and Acting (Screen & Digital) equipment.
  • To provide first-line technical support ensure the smooth processing of equipment booking requests generated from Smarthub, the Institute's booking system.
  • To maintain a safe and secure environment with respect to Filmmaking & Creative Technologies equipment, Acting (Screen & Digital) and live streaming.
  • To support students and staff in achieving their learning goals and enhance departmental communication.
  • To provide support for major LIPA events (open days / guest speakers etc.).
  • To assist with budget preparations and the ordering of equipment.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. A thorough working knowledge of digital video equipment, including digital cameras and live digital video mixing systems and in booking equipment is essential. Experience of configuring and deploying digital audio and video networks would be advantageous. In addition, you should have excellent oral and written communication skills and an organised and methodical approach to your work.

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How to Apply

Closing date for applications: Monday 11th August 2025 at 1pm

Interviews: Either w/c 18th August or w/c 28th August 2025

CV’s will not be accepted.

Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on [email protected] or 0151 330 3091.

Please send your completed application form to [email protected]

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