Photographic Technician - Creative Industries in Preston

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The University of Lancashire wishes to recruit a Photographic Technician to join our Technical Services team who primarily provide technical support to the wide variety of imaging facilities on our Preston Campus. Duties will include the set up, operation and maintenance of digital scanning and print equipment and equipment of processes you would expect to find in darkrooms and photography studios. The Photographic Technician will also provide day to day technical support and advice to staff and students in the use of these facilities. Although the successful candidate’s primary responsibility will be the coordination and running of the photographic resources, the role holder will also work as part of a team of design technicians and on occasions will be expected to work supporting colleagues across a broad range of course disciplines. The role holder will also be required to coordinate and undertake installations, maintenance and configuration of equipment and ensure appropriate procedures and practices are followed.

About you:

The successful candidate will need to be practical with a high level of competence in the use and support of a wide range of photographic equipment and techniques, backed up with great communication and customer service skills. A qualification in Photography or Photographic Technology (ONC, HNC, HND, BSc) or equivalent experiential learning in a related discipline is essential for this role. Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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