Audio Visual & Media Technician

Audio Visual & Media Technician for Architectural Association School of Architecture

Role Overview

This technical role requires expertise and support over three meshed areas: the facilitation and documentation of the AA’s public events and the delivery of online and archive material using video and streaming technology, the provision of AV equipment and relevant technical support to staff, students and visiting lecturers, including an equipment lending service, and the equipping, installation and maintenance of the school’s teaching spaces.

The role is full-time site-based Monday – Friday and will require flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Main Responsibilities
• To assist in the provision and running of the AA’s Audio-Visual Department and to follow working practices outlined by the school and its executives.
• To liaise and collaborate with relevant departments in the planning and implementation of public events, lectures and exhibitions.
• The stage management, monitoring and documentation of live public events and broadcasts.
• The video recording and online streaming of public events, the necessary preparation of archive video material for school and third-party use, and the securing of copyright agreements.
• Lead in the preparation, production and publishing of media content online to relevant platforms.
• Where necessary lead on projects involving AV technology and liaise with relevant third parties and contractors.
• To facilitate the running of new and existing media studios and to implement media workflows, lens-based work, audio production and motion capture.
• To equip and maintain the AA’s teaching spaces as required. To maintain regular links with AA
• Coordinators in this regard and to work flexibly to maintain the smooth running of the School’s academic programme. To offer full expert technical on demand support where required.
• To lend and demonstrate audio-visual equipment to staff and students and ensure the department’s lending and insurance policies are followed.
• The maintenance and first-line repair of equipment stock (including scheduled installation work). To liaise with the Head of Department in relation to stock control, repair and purchasing of new equipment.
• To keep up-to-date records of equipment stock and archival material.
•To give exp ert advice and technical support to students and staff where required
• To organise student assistant working rota and payments and deliver training where necessary.
• To be aware of all school policies and developments. To be compliant in undertaking training and/or instruction as required by the School or Department.
• Keep abreast of technological advances and developments pertaining to AV hardware and software, constantly develop and improve new and existing resource

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.

All staff must:
• Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements (e.g. Finance, HR, Health & Safety)
• Adhere to the requirements set out in the AA Code of Behavioural Expectations and other institutional policies.

Person Specification

We are seeking a dynamic, creative and dedicated mid-level audio-visual technician with experience of working in a high-profile educational setting. We seek a methodical, flexible person who responds well to the demands of live events and would enjoy working alongside some of the most creative students in the world.

The applicant must be able to work under their own initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential. You will have advanced knowledge of a variety of Audio-Visual solutions and systems and be capable of installing and operating a wide range of AV equipment from projection to live broadcast video and audio mixing. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate working in a busy client facing role offering professional AV hardware and software support.

Essential
• A minimum of 2 years in a AV Technician/Media Technician role
• Ability to research and adapt to new technologies and processes
• Experience working in live event production
• A positive can-do attitude
• BSc or equivalent qualification in areas such as: creative media production, audio production, digital media technology, film production
• Experience with a broad range of software with a bias towards film production and audio production (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live)
• Working knowledge of video streaming technologies
• Awareness of academic practices and procedures
• An open attitude and awareness of architecture, art and design
• Ability to communicate and operate effectively in high pressure situations
• Experience of working in a similar educational environment would be an advantage

Desirable
• AVIXA CTS Certification
• Working knowledge of virtual production
• Working knowledge of Unreal Engine 5
• Working knowledge with Extron Products and systems
• Working knowledge of NDI systems
• Working knowledge of Vizrt products (Tricaster)

Creative thinking and problem-solving are essential skills for AA employees. Ideal candidates will be high-energy individuals and team players.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including up to 40 days’ leave per annum, in addition to Bank Holiday, a defined pension scheme, season ticket loans and access to professional development opportunities.
You will also be able to take part and be involved in a creative and unique teaching environment, where the students display their amazing work with various on-site exhibitions, public programmes and lectures.
Our Bedford Square campus is based just a 5-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road station, right in the heart of Central London.

Salary level - £33k-£35k p.a. Full time; 35 Hours, Monday – Friday; 10am – 6pm

The Organisation

The AA is an independent architectural school and an international cultural institution that serves as a forum for ideas. Being a major Centre for debate, the AA offers an unparalleled public programme of lectures, symposia, and exhibitions, together with accompanying publications.

The Architectural Association was founded in 1847, opening as a day school in 1901. The AA is committed to public benefit attained by the learning, teaching, discussion and promotion of architecture. The School is recognised as a worldwide leader in architectural education, with graduates that include many of the world’s leading architects, scholars, critics and educators. The academic and professional programmes of study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, up to and including doctoral level, are validated by external professional and academic bodies.

The AA campus is located in historic 18th century Bedford Square in London with a 350 acre woodland setting in Hooke Park in Dorset. The AA has an annual revenue of £18 million, a student body of 1000 students, 200 faculty, 90 staff, 6,500 members and thousands of visitors that come to engage with the most relevant debates in architecture today.

How to Apply:

Please email the below documents to recruitment@aaschool.ac.uk by the closing date of 6th February 2025 stating the job title in the subject heading.

• AA Application Form AA Application Form - 2024.docx
• Cover Letter / Email highlighting why you feel you are the right person for the role. This should be no more than two-pages
• Full CV

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.

Interviews will be held the week commencing on 10th February 2025.

Informal enquires should be addressed to recruitment@aaschool.ac.uk or 02078874110.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Please note that it will not be possible for the AA School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for successful candidates. Therefore, the appointed candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of their employment with the AA School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Thank you for your interest in the AA and this role.