AV Apprentice

1.   Performing Arts Support

• To assist with the day-to-day operations of the Drama Department, as directed by the Head of Drama/Facilities Manager. To provide technical support and to prepare technical facilities for drama sessions, rehearsals, performances and events
• Production management (including set design/construction, lighting design, sound design, operation of lighting and sound desks and rigging of lights) for school productions and other school events.
• To undertake practical work in relation to get-ins, fit-ups, strikes and get-outs, including the assembly, rigging, adjustment and use of scenery, props, rigging and lifting equipment, lighting equipment, special effects and sound equipment.
• Providing technical support to staff, external visitors, visiting theatre companies and guest speakers.
• Theatre equipment maintenance including liaising with contractors to ensure necessary repairs and services are undertaken
• Management and maintenance of Audio Visual equipment for performances, exams, lectures and assemblies
• Training staff and selected students on the use of Audio Visual equipment
• Management of student Audio Visual Technicians
• Daily checks and termly audits of Performing Art spaces and equipment. Ensure that Health and Safety checks and measures are adhered to at all times by checking the safety of practical area during the day, ensuring equipment is safe for use

2.    Publicity and IT support

• Producing promotional/information posters, films and images for the school/trust
• Troubleshooting for room systems, including microphones, cameras, and desktop PC’s and laptops
• Perform system maintenance and updates as appropriate
• Working with the IT team to resolve support tickets, calls and emails and keeping users up to date on the progress of their issues
• Support all AV troubleshooting, including video conferencing and audio-conferencing room systems, projectors, digital screens, and other related equipment.
• Continuity, Maintenance & Security.
• Offering IT and technical support across the Academy Trust as required. 

Any other duties allocated by your Line Manager.

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

• English GCSE, grade 4/C or Above (Essential)
• Mathematics GCSE, grade 4/C or Above (Essential)
• Technical Theatre, Drama or Media A Level, grade C or Above (Desired)
• Technical Theatre, Drama or Media BTEC, grade Pass (Desired)