AV Technician

Main Duties

The successful applicant for this exciting role will be a skilled and proactive AV Technician and will be required to aid in the smooth running of the technical aspects of all JAGS presentation spaces.

Our on-site presentation spaces include:
• VWA – Main multipurpose space used for assemblies, concerts, drama and dance performances, and external hires.
• Holst Hall – Multipurpose space with a raised stage. Used for smaller assemblies and concerts, and external hires.
• Lecture Theatre – Purpose built presentation space in the style of a university lecture theatre.
• Pre-Prep Hall – Main space for the Pre-Prep. Used for assemblies and drama performances.

This is a dynamic role that involves supporting internal and external events, school productions, and live streaming, as well as maintaining AV equipment and spaces. The postholder would also assist the school Music and Theatre Technicians during outside hires and internal performances, both during and outside of school hours. The postholder will be confident and capable of working both unsupervised and as a member of a team, and able to demonstrate a professional working ethic for visitors as befits an educational institution. The post holder will be expected to move and lift equipment around the site throughout the day.

Main Responsibilities
Internal Events Support
• Provide technical support for all internal events across all JAGS presentation spaces
• Provide additional technical support to the music and theatre technical staff for school productions
• Assist the Theatre Manager with set-builds (carpentry, scaffolding, and painting)
• Operating AV systems for the outdoor stage for Founder’s Day and other similar events
• Provide technical support for concert, events and drama / staging set-up

Videography
• Film and edit high-quality video content for school events, performance, and promotional purposes, including the production of the annual “Year in Review” video to be shown at the Celebration of the Year event
• Manage the video archive of school events, ensuring footage is catalogued, edited and accessible for future use by staff and pupils

External hires Support
• Provide technical support for all external hire events in all JAGS presentation spaces

General
• Assist in the set up and smooth running of streamed school events, webinars and other online events
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all technical areas and equipment associated with JAGS presentation spaces
• Lead on the efficient running of the main auditorium and surrounding spaces
• Prepare, load, unload and de-rig kit pre, during and post event
• Support the setup and de-rig of all events, projects and productions in all JAGS presentation spaces
• Support project managers with the event planning process
• To operate equipment for live events, and programme equipment as necessary
• Arrange hire equipment as necessary
• Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures
• Manage the AV budget for consumables
• To participate in other such duties as may be reasonably required.

Skills and Experience Required

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Operational Excellence
• Ability to read AV schematics
• Knowledge of audio and DMX signal flow
• Knowledge and management of wireless frequencies and interference
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of audio and lighting mixing desks such as: Soundcraft Si Impact; Yamaha DM3; Yamaha TF5; Ecler DAM614; ETC Element 2, ChamSys QuickQ 20; Zero 88 FLX S24, etc.
• Experience of mixing live events using multiple sources and presenters e.g. live microphones, PowerPoint, audio playback, video etc.
• Proficiency in editing PowerPoint presentations to ensure polished, professional delivery with smooth transitions
• Experience of audio and video recording and editing
• Experience of operating video switchers
• Understanding of DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
• Experience of operating video recording equipment
• Experience of supporting live streaming events
• Ability to read CAD plans desirable
• Carpentry skills desirable
• Scenic painting skills desirable
• Experience of building scaffolding towers desirable
• Experience of writing risk assessments desirable
• Wiring cables/soldering skills desirable
• Ability to work at height, including use of ladders, towers and on lighting rigs
• Physically able to move and handle large and heavy equipment
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to work varied hours and undertake a range of duties, including evenings and weekends, as required by school events and operational needs
• Articulate in all forms of communication; fluent and accurate written and spoken English
• Excellent digital literacy

Personal Behaviours
• Experience of troubleshooting under pressure
• Kindness and open-mindedness
• Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm and a personal ethos of lifelong learning
• Resilience and optimism; someone who is willing to go the extra mile in the busy life of the school
• Team-working abilities and a keenness to enable all colleagues to contribute ideas and be part of positive change

Ethos and Whole School Values
• The enthusiasm to assist in a strong co-curricular programme
• An individual with a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of the staff and students in their care
• Committed to operating as part of the School community
• Committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism in the School community
• Committed to sustainability within the School community

Safeguarding and Pastoral
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service

Disability Confident Employer

We can confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1-3) who can welcome a wide-range of disabled applicants within our level of training.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.