At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and staff in broadcast media production and manage studio spaces.
- Company: Join Manchester Metropolitan University’s dynamic Digital Arts team.
- Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for professional development and a creative work environment.
- Other info: Flexible, supportive atmosphere with a focus on learning and growth.
- Why this job: Be part of an innovative team shaping the future of digital arts and media.
- Qualifications: Experience in broadcast production and familiarity with industry-standard equipment required.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 £ per year.
Location: Manchester All Saints Campus
Faculty / Function: Academic Services
Closing Date: 20 August 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
About our team:
Technical Services are a large and diverse team of highly skilled technical professionals who ensure the optimal functioning of specialist spaces and resources to deliver an exceptional student experience. We work in specialist laboratories, workshops, studios, resource centres and IT facilities; and our technical professionals play a key role supporting, guiding, and advising students across our university from sciences, art, design and technology, through to sports, ceramics, nursing and physiotherapy.
About the role:
This role sits in the Digital Arts team, who provide specialist technical support to the School of Digital Arts (SODA) and the wider Arts & Humanities Faculty through managing studio spaces, supporting the delivery of Technical Skills Sessions to students and providing support to academics. The ideal candidate will offer positive and proactive support and have demonstrable skills in broadcast television, radio, podcast and live-streaming production. They will be familiar with industry-standard equipment and software, including broadcast cameras, vision and audio mixing, studio lighting, Blackmagic ATEM systems, OBS/vMix streaming platforms and Adobe Creative Cloud.
The successful candidate will enjoy supporting students and staff in a busy, creative production environment and be keen to develop their technical skills across contemporary broadcast, streaming and hybrid event workflows. The role will involve supporting staff and students on a diverse number of customer-facing specialist counters and support areas. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of accomplishment in a similar environment. Additionally, they will have a positive and flexible approach to work, be reliable and punctual as well as motivated and willing to undertake all required training and allocated tasks. They will have the ability to work alongside others and be capable of working in a team, whilst striving to deliver excellent customer service. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key as well as being able to demonstrate ownership of personal workload.
At Manchester Metropolitan University, we are committed to supporting our technical staff in enabling them to undertake development activities in line with the needs of their specialism and work area, so a willingness to learn and develop is essential. If you are enthusiastic about this area, flexible, and committed to providing a high level of customer service, we would love to hear from you.
Assistant Technical Officer – Broadcast Media Production at Manchester Metropolitan University employer: National Technician Development Centre
UCL is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can contribute to pioneering biomedical research that has a profound impact on society. With generous benefits such as 41 days of holiday, a defined benefit pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth, UCL fosters a culture of inclusivity and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those passionate about animal care and scientific advancement.
Contact Details:
National Technician Development Centre Recruitment Team
