Audio Visual Technician

The Department of Business, Design, Media & ICT within Vocational Education are currently seeking an Audio Visual Technician to join the team. We are looking for a dedicated individual with specialist expertise and knowledge to manage, maintain, repair, and secure all audio-visual equipment and facilities. Your expertise will be crucial in researching, testing, and purchasing new equipment to support programs and learning activities in Screen and Media.

As our Audio Visual/Digital Technician, you will ensure all audio-visual equipment and facilities are functioning and available, as well as provide teacher support in the form of sign off on student equipment loans to ensure WHS equipment compliance to enable the effective delivery of all programs within the department. This is a hands-on role that requires regular lifting of equipment for transportation and storage purposes, and thorough knowledge and adherence to WH&S procedures is required.

We are seeking someone with a passion for AV technology, attention to detail, a can-do attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with all members of staff, students and external stakeholders to assist in course delivery and a variety of screen and media activities.

**About You**
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

- Thorough understanding of high definition and ultra high-definition film and television production equipment including camera, sound, lighting, and grip equipment.
- Ability to maintain, service, repair and update various camera models, lighting fixtures, sound equipment, hardware and grip equipment.
- Demonstrated understanding of how to build, format and setup required camera equipment, and troubleshoot technical issues in a timely manner.
- Thorough knowledge of on-set WH&S procedures.
- Proficient computer skills - working with various computer technologies and software.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise and effectively work in a team environment with confidence in providing instruction to others.

**Qualifications**
- Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification in the field of Film and Television.
- Test and Tag qualified.

**About Swinburne University of Technology**
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

- Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
- Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
- Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
- Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.

**To Apply**
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the key accountabilities for this position.

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**Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 31 January 2025**

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
- As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant._