Audio Visual Manager

We are currently recruiting for an AV Manager to join our dedicated IT & Audio Visual department to ensure the effective development, operation and management of our audio visual infrastructure.

The AV Manager will be responsible for the specification, procurement and management of specialist audio and visual equipment (cameras, 3D printers, PA/sound equipment and lighting kits) for loan to staff and students including providing training on usage.

Responsibilities include:

•        Lead and manage a team of AV professionals.

•        Oversee staff training, development, and performance evaluations.

•        Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment.

•        Manage all aspects of the college's AV services loan devices, including specialist video and still cameras and lenses, lighting kits, PA and sound equipment, digital voice recorders and projectors.

•        Oversee the specialist printing services, including 3D and wide format printing.

•        Coordinate the loan system for home study laptops and other AV equipment to students.

•        Ensure that induction and training resources are available for students loaning equipment.

•        Manage the college digital signage estate

•        Manage the college digital video system eStream

•        Develop and implement new AV spaces, such as Teams rooms used for boardrooms and other meeting spaces.

•        Plan and set up presentation systems for college events such as conferences, staff meetings, and public events.

•        Ensure the availability and functionality of sound systems and other AV equipment during events.

For the full job description and person specification, please click here

Hybrid working is negotiable for this role. This means you may be able to work a proportion of your time on campus and some remotely. We are open to discussing this with you during the application process as we recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

•        Degree in relevant subject or experience in a similar role

Experience

•        Management of an AV team in a complex environment

•        Developing and managing loan equipment processes including capacity planning and refresh cycle development

•        Providing support and training across a wide range of AV equipment types

•        Acting as technical authority for new and upcoming AV requirements

•        Providing and developing a customer focussed service and team

•        Broad knowledge of AV systems including digital stills and video equipment, lighting and sound systems

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

•        Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays

•        Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure

•        Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution

•        Annual salary reviews

•        Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally

•        Free sports and gym facilities

•        Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space

For full details please click here

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.

Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.