Creative Technical Demonstrator -Film Production Equipment Store
| Posting date: | 17 May 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 June 2025 |
| Location: | Salford, M5 4WT |
| Company: | University of Salford (Personnel) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 85 |
Summary
Opportunity Overview
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to work as a Creative Technical Demonstrator within the Film Production Equipment Store. This role will be required to work at the equipment store front desk and provide excellent customer service to students and academics.
You should have knowledge and experience of film production equipment and techniques, organising and maintaining resources and very good administration skills.
You will be expected to demonstrate high levels of initiative, and be creative, enthusiastic, open, and collaborative. You must demonstrate outstanding customer service, organisational skills, together with a high level of self-motivation and a commitment to working as part of a team.
This position is full time permanent.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support with preparation and maintenance of specialist filming equipment.
- Ensure the provision of excellent, relevant and timely front-line customer service to all customers both internal and external.
- Maintain relevant databases to ensure the integrity of information and assets
- Provide operational and administrative support including the provision of basic instruction documentation, user guides for the use of specialist equipment and data collection.
- Provide support in equipment repairs and to ensure all equipment is fully maintained.
- Engage with the University’s commitment to put our students first and deliver services which are customer orientated, represent value for money and contribute to the financial and environmental sustainability of the University when undertaking all duties and aspects of the role.
- Engage with the Technician Commitment to promote the visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability of technical roles throughout the education sector.
About the School or Department
We are one of the leading centres for practice-based education in the creative disciplines within the north-west. We pride ourselves on the specialist programmes we offer which benefit from close relationships with industry. A hub of creativity and innovation, our programmes encompass music, dance, design, media, English and performing arts.
Our Arts, Media and Communications Centre delivers research into and across arts, humanities and social sciences. Our research anticipates and supports the needs of our media industry neighbours, such as ITV, BBC and Dock 10, developing high impact technologies.
We have a dedicated campus at the heart of MediaCity, one of the country's leading digital and media hubs. We also have a dedicated space for Film Production within Newton Building.
We are proud to be a School that nurtures creativity, values talent, and provides a collaborative space in which our colleagues, students and partners can thrive.
Read more: https://www.salford.ac.uk/jobs/careers-at-the-school-of-arts-media-and-creative-technology
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
Generous annual leave – An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and hybrid working, typically with 3 days on campus, subject to business requirements.
Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.
The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
Wellbeing – your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.
Team Salford - By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support.
Job Description
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