Media Production Technician

Media Production Technician

Application Deadline: 17 June 2026

Department: Art & Design

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Barnet Campus (Wood Street)

Compensation: £31,521 - £33,473 / year

Description

Barnet & Southgate College is seeking a Media Production Technician to support teaching, learning and assessment across our Creative Industries provision.

This is a practical, hands on role supporting delivery within TV studios, post production suites, sound facilities and specialist media spaces. Working closely with staff and students, the post holder will ensure equipment and environments are safe, well maintained and fit for high quality creative production.

The role is ideal for someone with strong media production or broadcast technical skills who enjoys supporting learners in an educational setting and contributing to a creative, professional studio culture.

About the Role

You will provide technical support during lessons, assessments, productions and live events, enabling students to work confidently and safely with industry standard media equipment. You will maintain and manage technical resources, support creative projects and work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure sessions run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide technical support across TV, audio, post production and media production environments
2. Set up, operate and maintain media and studio equipment to professional standards
3. Support students in the safe, effective and independent use of specialist media equipment
4. Carry out routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, fault reporting and inventory control
5. Support live events, recordings, productions and enrichment activity
6. Work closely with teaching staff to meet technical requirements for lessons and assessments
7. Uphold health & safety, safeguarding and equality policies at all times
8. Contribute positively to the creative learning environment and departmental culture
9. Be a trained first aider, keeping up to date with training as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise What We're Looking For

• Hands on experience with media production, TV, audio or post production equipment
• Strong technical, organisational and problem solving skills
• Good awareness of health & safety in studio and production environments
• Ability to work effectively with staff and students
• Experience working in an education environment (desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Access to modern, industry standard media facilities
• Work within a supportive and Creative Industries team
• Make a direct contribution to student success and progression
• Develop and maintain technical skills within a forward thinking FE environment

Benefits

Read our Employee Pledge here!

The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 31 days annual leave for our support staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata for part time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of.

• Annual Season Ticket Loans - Option to purchase a loan with salary sacrifice.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Tax free bikes via bike shops.
• Employee Support Helpline - 24/7 confidential counselling and advice.
• Eye Tests for DSE Users - Cost refunded for staff using Display Screen Equipment.
• Flu vouchers - Free vaccination voucher for staff.
• Gym Facilities - Access to Southgate Campus Sports Centre, free for staff Monday Friday during term time.
• Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments - Staff offers at Colindale Campus.
• High Street Discounts - Shopping benefits website for staff with local store discounts.