Media and Audio Production Technician

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: We are seeking a Media and Audio Production Technician to join our Technical Services team on the Preston Campus. This is a practical, hands on role supporting teaching, learning, and production activity across a wide range of specialist media and audio facilities. You will provide technical support across our television studios, recording studios, edit suites, and associated production spaces. Your core responsibilities will include the setup, operation, maintenance, installation, and configuration of professional film, television, and audio equipment. You will also ensure that all work is carried out in line with appropriate health and safety requirements and recognised technical standards. A key part of the role is supporting the people who use these facilities. You will provide day to day technical advice and assistance to staff and students, helping them to work effectively, safely, and confidently in our media environments. While your main focus will be the coordination and support of media and audio resources, you will also work closely with a wider team of performing arts technicians and, when required, contribute support across a range of subject areas. About the role: We are looking for a highly practical and adaptable individual with strong technical competence, excellent customer service skills, and relevant industry experience in media, broadcast, audio production, or a related field. You will be confident supporting a broad range of equipment and facilities, and able to communicate clearly and professionally with staff, students, and colleagues. The ability to apply your technical knowledge across different disciplines will be a distinct advantage. You will also hold a qualification in a media related subject (HNC, HND, BA, BSc) or equivalent experiential learning in a related discipline Applicants must meet all essential criteria in the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston. Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience. 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: We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. 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. About us: 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. The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page. Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.