AUDIO VISUAL TECHNICIAN Salary according to experience Full time, permanent, term-time only JFS is a very successful Jewish, mixed, comprehensive school, housed on a modern campus with superb facilities. Applications from candidates of faith or non-faith backgrounds are most welcome. We are seeking an experienced Audio Visual Technician with effect from 1 September 2016. Reporting to a number of senior colleagues, including the Estates Manager, you will play a central rôle in supporting having responsibility is supporting Whole School events. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the Drama/Theatre Studies department; Supporting the Media Studies department; Supporting the Music department. You will be educated to at least A Level (or equivalent) with experience of using audio-visual equipment, knowledge of theatre scenery, safe rigging and staging equipment. In addition, knowledge of electrical principals and electrical safety is essential. A genuine commitment to supporting the achievement of students through your work in this stimulating environment is also required. The post is effective from 1 September 2016. It is essential that applicants view full details before applying. To obtain an information pack for this post, together with an application form and guidance notes, please visit our website (www.jfs.brent.sch.uk) or contact the School. Please note that CVs alone will not be accepted. The closing date is noon on Thursday 31 March 2016. Interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 4 April, or sooner, if possible. We look forward to hearing from you. JFS SCHOOL, THE MALL, KENTON, HARROW, HA3 9TE (7 minute walk from Kingsbury Tube Station - Jubilee Line) Headteacher: Jonathan Miller BSc (Hons), MA, NPQH Roll: 2,070 (incl. 600 in Sixth Form) E-mail: recruitment@jfs.brent.sch.uk Tel: 020 8206 0902 (out-of-hours answerphone) Fax: 020 8206 3103 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory Enhanced Level DBS clearance.
JFS School The Mall, Kenton Harrow HA3 9TE HEADTEACHER Jonathan Miller BSc (Hons) MA NPQH Recruitment Office Direct Telephone: 020 8206 0902 Facsimile: 020 8206 3103 E-mail: recruitment@jfs.brent.sch.uk www.jfs.brent.sch.uk JM/GH March 2016 Dear Applicant POST OF AUDIO-VISUAL TECHNICIAN Thank you for your interest in the above post. We do hope that the accompanying documentation will be helpful and will give you a feel for our school. Your completed application form, and any additional information, may be submitted electronically (to recruitment@jfs.brent.sch.uk) or posted to the School, marked for the attention of Mrs G Harvey, PA to the Headteacher, by noon on Thursday 31 March 2016. We look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely Jonathan Miller Jonathan Miller Headteacher We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory Enhanced Level DBS clearance.
JOB DESCRIPTION for AUDIO/VISUAL TECHNICIAN February 2016 This document sets out the requirements and responsibilities for the Audio Visual Technician position at JFS and supersedes any previous job descriptions for this position. PURPOSE OF POST The position has been set up to act as a service agent supporting four areas of school activity. The prime responsibility is to support Whole School events followed equally by Drama, Media Studies and Music. CONTENTS A B C D Whole School Responsibilities Drama/Theatre Studies Department AV Technician / Facilities Management requirements Media Studies Department AV Technician / Facilities Management requirements Music Department AV Technician / Facilities Management requirements LINE MANAGER The postholder will be responsible to: Estates Manager Head of Drama/Theatre Studies Head of Media Subject Leader for Music A Whole School Responsibilities Summary Further to the specific departmental requirements, there are Whole School AV responsibilities to be managed.
The Audio/Visual Technician is responsible for the running and general maintenance of the audio and visual equipment used in public spaces. This is of prime importance as one of the key roles will be to instil the confidence in the school staff to freely use the equipment and available resources. 1. Maintaining and Managing Equipment 1.1. Regular check of lecterns, projectors, ICT, amplification and related equipment in all public spaces: Theatre Conference Centre Main Hall Boardroom 1.2. To liaise fortnightly with the School s Facilities Management team over faulty equipment and necessary repairs. 1.3. To keep stakeholders fully informed of relevant issues relating to their event/department. 1.4. Manage all audio and visual equipment in the School (including but not limited to leads, amplifiers and microphones) and ensure the stock is maintained and operational. 1.5. Maintain a full audit of existing equipment. 1.6. Be proactive in seeking the repair of equipment - liaising with the Facilities Management team and line managers. 1.7. Make recommendation for new or additional equipment where needed 1.8. To prepare and set-up equipment in preparation for lessons, assemblies concerts, informal use, special events or productions. 2. Events Attend and support with whole school events which will include but are not limited to: 2.1. Formal Events Prospective Parents Evening (Year 7) Prospective Parents Evening (Sixth Form) Introductory evening for Year 12 parents HE Parents Evening Graduation Ceremony New Year 7 Introductory Parents Evening Other events as agreed with the School 2.2. Informal Events JiEP events (for example Yom Ha atzmaut) End of term staff meetings Special Events/Assemblies Other events as agreed with the School 2.3. Teaching and Learning Events Setting up equipment for special events, Conferences and workshops. Reading Festival Music Festival 2.4. Filming of discrete Lessons/Activities and Editing. This will include:
video the lessons/activities capture the footage sit with the person responsible to cut the clips once cut, transfer to client and/or schools Communications Department. any filming must be requested by the School with a minimum of one week's notice scope and scale of projects to be agreed with Estates Manager 2.5. General curriculum support related to the AV role. 3. IPTV 3.1. To understand all aspects of the IPTV software and how it functions 3.2. To be aware of upgrades to the software and liaise with the member of SLT with oversight of ICT about the instillation of any such upgrades 3.3. To be willing to train other colleagues in the school, as required, in the operation of the IPTV software 3.4. To oversee the technical functioning of the IPTV software and to provide regular reports, to the member of SLT with oversight of ICT, concerning the system and the effectiveness of its operation (how it is being used, problems in the system, proposed solutions, the amount of material stored on the system and any other developments) 3.5. To be responsible for encoding pre-existing analogue and digital material and adding this to the system 3.6. To provide technical support for the encoding of material recorded live and the storage of such material on the system 3.7. To be prepared to make technical changes, to improve the functioning of the system, following discussion with the member of SLT with oversight of ICT 4. AV Technician Diary 4.1. Maintain a shared AV Technician Diary on Outlook which should be: 4.1.1. Proactive all future dates/bookings etc should be inputted. 4.1.2. Reactive this should reflect work completed on a day-by-day basis. 5. Other 5.1. The normal working week will be from Monday to Friday starting at 08:30am until 16:30pm. 5.2. As the work largely involves direct contact with students and teachers, this is a term time post only. 5.3. The table in Appendix 1 lists the events when the AV Technician is expected to attend outside of normal school hours and is reflected in the salary for this post. 5.4. PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REMAINS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TGM. HOWEVER, THE AV TECHNICIAN IS EXPECTED TO ALSO BE PART OF THE JFS SYSTEMS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING THE SETTING OF PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES. 5.5. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The postholder s responsibility for
promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons, for whom s/he is responsible or with whom s/he comes into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risk to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School s Child Protection Officer. B Drama/Theatre Studies Department Summary The technician is to be available for technical support and training during some practical lessons and rehearsals of exam pieces and to assist with various needs relating to the School s annual productions. 6. Maintaining and Managing Equipment 6.1. To facilitate the use of the department s equipment, Studio, Theatre and other spaces to their full potential. 6.2. Maintain, operate and assist in the operation of: 6.2.1. Lighting 6.2.2. Sound 6.2.3. Video and projection equipment 6.3. Manage all audio and visual equipment in the department (including but not limited to leads, amplifiers and microphones) and ensure the stock is maintained and operational. 6.4. Maintain a full audit of existing equipment. 6.5. Be proactive in seeking the repair of equipment - liaising with the Facilities Management team and line managers. 6.6. Make recommendation for new or additional equipment where needed 6.7. To oversee equipment for performances, assemblies, formal and informal use. 6.8. To prepare and set-up equipment in preparation for lessons, special events or productions. 7. Training 7.1. Support students who choose sound and lighting as part of their AS/A2 exam. 7.2. Provide training and support for teachers in the use of sound and lighting as required. This may be provided directly or through an external person. 7.3. Support and work with students who volunteer as in the JFS Tech Club and more widely. 8. Curriculum 8.1. AS/A2 Spring/Summer Term 8.1.1. Support sound, lighting and filming requirements for AS and A2 productions. 8.1.2. This will involve one Sunday and 3 x 1.5-hour after school rehearsals for each for Year 12 and Year 13.
8.1.3. Transfer DVDs to CRL/Fronter 8.2. GCSE Spring Term 8.3. KS3 8.2.1. Support sound, lighting and filming requirements for GCSE productions. 8.2.2. This will involve two Sundays and 3 x 1.5-hour after school rehearsals for Year 11. 8.2.3. Transfer DVDs to CRL/Fronter. 8.3.1. Support sound, lighting and filming requirements for any extended schools or curriculum work. 8.3.2. Time to be determined 8.3.3. Transfer DVDs to CRL/Fronter 9. Productions 9.1. To ensure that the audio/visual needs for productions and events are fully met, with functioning and properly set up and set down equipment for sound, lighting and video. 9.2. Exam Productions weekly rehearsals + two Sundays prior to productions (as detailed in 8.1 and 8.2) 9.2.1. To assist Tech crew with sound 9.2.2. To assist Tech crew with lighting 9.2.3. To assist Tech crew with audio and visual recording 9.2.4. To copy videos/dvd of production 9.2.5. To assist with set up and set down 9.3. Productions 3 after school rehearsals, 3 Sundays prior to productions and 3 performances 9.3.1. To assist Tech crew with sound 9.3.2. To assist Tech crew with lighting 9.3.3. To assist Tech crew with audio and visual recording 9.3.4. To copy videos/dvd of production 9.3.5. To assist with set up and set down C Media Studies Summary The requirements of Media Studies are similar to both Drama and Music, with similar weight being placed on the need for facilities management and training. Although really crucial is the establishment of a comprehensive equipment database and system for logging kit in and out when students take it off the studio floor. This same concern applies to the management of the edit suites. Also the training of both teachers and pupils would allow the full potential of the facilities to be realised. With Media Studies maintaining the equipment store, studio and the gallery are important aspects. 10. Maintaining and Managing Equipment 10.1. To facilitate the use of the department s equipment and Studio to their full potential. 10.2. Maintain, operate and assist in the operation of: 10.2.1. Cameras and accessories 10.2.2. Tripods 10.2.3. Lighting equipment location and studio
10.2.4. Sound equipment 10.2.5. Edit Suites 10.2.6. Gallery 10.2.7. Charge Batteries 10.2.8. Tidy studio and stock cupboard 10.3. Provide support for: 10.3.1. Lunch time/after school filming/editing in the studio (support students as and when requested) 10.3.2. Lessons in the studio - including but not limited to introducing the equipment and editing. 10.3.3. Writing suitable guides and rules for using the equipment 10.3.4. Liaise with security so that students may collect and return equipment 10.4. Manage all audio and visual equipment in the department (including but not limited to leads, amplifiers and microphones) and ensure the stock is maintained and operational. 10.5. Maintain a full audit of existing equipment. 10.6. Be proactive in seeking the repair of equipment - liaising with the Facilities Management team and line managers. 10.7. Make recommendation for new or additional equipment where needed 10.8. To oversee equipment for formal and informal use. 10.9. To prepare and set-up equipment in preparation for lessons and special events. 10.10. To write a basic safety and practice guide for the equipment 10.11. To monitor all edit suites both in a scheduling sense and to make sure that when projects are wrapped they are removed from the hard drives allowing the suites to function at full speed. 11. Training 11.1. Provide training as needed for students and staff on: 11.1.1. Cameras 11.1.2. Lighting and sound equipment in the studio 11.1.3. Edit suites 11.1.4. Location facilities (guidance for when using the facilities out of school) 12. Curriculum 12.1. AS and A2. 12.1.1. Offer technical advice to all students when working on their projects in the studio. 12.1.2. Create landing pages for the blogs and authorise student accounts. D Music Department Summary In the recording studio, keyboard suite and classrooms music software (currently Sibelius and Cubase) is integral to the department s curriculum. Support and advice is needed in the maintenance and set-up of this specialised software. This takes the form of setting up the various systems, training both staff and pupils and limited curriculum support.
Additionally, support is required in meeting the audio and visual needs for concerts, productions, extra-curricular events and exam work, 13. Maintaining and Managing Equipment 13.1. To facilitate the use of the department s equipment, Keyboard Laboratory, Recording Studio, Theatre and other spaces to their full potential. 13.2. Maintain, operate and assist in the operation of: 13.2.1. Keyboard Laboratory (headphones, sound cards, headphone ports, computers) 13.2.2. Laptops - including advice on the best set up for and use of music software. 13.2.3. Recording studio. 13.2.4. Classroom Keyboards 13.3. Manage all audio and visual equipment in the department (including but not limited to leads, amplifiers and microphones) and ensure the stock is maintained and operational. 13.4. Maintain a full audit of existing equipment through fortnightly checks. 13.5. Be proactive in seeking the repair of equipment - liaising with the Facilities Management team and line managers. 13.6. Make recommendation for new or additional equipment where needed 13.7. To oversee equipment for performances, assemblies, formal and informal use. 13.8. To prepare and set-up equipment in preparation for lessons, concerts, special events or productions. 14. Training 14.1. Provide training as needed for students and staff on: 14.1.1. Cubase Music Software 14.1.2. Recording Studio 14.1.3. Audio and Visual Resources in the theatre 15. Curriculum Support 15.1. AS & A2: April / May 10 hours (lesson and non-lesson time) 15.1.1. Recording of work e.g. Recital Evening, Composition Recordings, Audio exports 15.1.2. Working with SL to compile CDs for the exam board. 15.1.3. Copying of audio CDs as required. 15.2. GCSE: March/April 20 hours (lesson and non-lesson time) 15.2.1. Recording of work - e.g. Recital Evening, Composition Recordings, Audio exports 15.2.2. Working with SL to compile CDs for the exam board 15.2.3. Copying of audio CDs as required. 15.3. KS3: c15 hours set up time + termly review (c3 hours) 15.3.1. To support the department in the use of audio/visual needs with KS3, particularly in the use of Cubase. 15.3.2. Copying of audio CDs as required.
16. Productions / Concerts 16.1. To ensure that the audio/visual needs for concerts and events are fully met, with functioning and properly set up and set down of equipment for sound, lighting and video. 16.2. Concerts 1 per term 16.2.1. To assist Tech crew with sound 16.2.2. To assist Tech crew with lighting 16.2.3. To assist Tech crew with audio and visual recording 16.2.4. To assist with set up and set down 16.3. Special Events 2/3 per year (e.g. Battle of the Bands, Music Festival, Sing Off, Gala Concerts etc.) 16.3.1. To assist Tech crew with sound 16.3.2. To assist Tech crew with lighting 16.3.3. To assist Tech crew with audio and visual recording 16.3.4. To assist with set up and set down 16.4. Productions weekly rehearsals + three Sundays prior to productions (also listed under Drama) 16.4.1. To assist Tech crew with sound 16.4.2. To assist Tech crew with lighting 16.4.3. To assist Tech crew with audio and visual recording 16.4.4. To copy videos/dvd of production 16.4.5. To assist with set up and set down 11. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The postholder s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons, for whom s/he is responsible or with whom s/he comes into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risk to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School s Child Protection Officer. 12. The School will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. 13. Assume other duties which may be reasonably required or delegated by the Headteacher, from time to time. This job description will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to modification or amendment at any time, after consultation with the postholder. Signature: Date: Name (in caps):
Appendix 1: OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SCHOOL HOURS EVENTS AV Technician Overtime requirements included in Contract Referen ce Teaching Department Whole Events (1) School Comment AFTER SCHOOL/EVENINGS Drama Media Music GCSE/A Level Drama Rehearsals: Years 11-13 (3 per year group x 1.5 hours) 8.1, 8.2 9 After School (4 6.00) Winter Production 9.3 3 After school (4-6.00) Winter Production 9.3 3 On the evening of the event GCSE/A Level Music Department Performance Evening Music: Special Events (e.g. Battle of the Bands) 15.2 2 On the evening of the event 16.3 3 On the evening of the event Winter Concert 16.1 1 On the evening of the event Spring Term Concert 16.1 1 On the evening of the event Summer Term Concert 16.1 1 On the evening of the event Incoming Year 7 PPE 2.1 1 On the evening of the event Incoming Sixth Form PPE 2.1 1 On the evening of the event Graduation Ceremony 2.1 1 On the evening of the event Introductory evening for Year 12 parents 2.1 1 On the evening of the event HE Parents Evening 2.1 1 On the evening of the event New Year 7 Introductory Parents Evening 2.1 1 On the evening of the event TOTAL 15 0 8 6 29 SUNDAYS GCSE/A Level Drama Rehearsals: Years 11-13 9.2 4 Sundays: 2 for Y11; 1 for Year 12; 1 for Year 13
(2 for Y11; 1 for Year 12; 1 for Year 13) Winter Production 9.3 3 TOTAL 7 0 0 7 Appendix 2: Comparison with Old Job Description Three Sundays (Planning/Preparation/Technical Run) Details Length of Day 8.30 16.30 Holiday Days None (Term Time only) After School/Evenings 12 Evenings 17 After School Sundays 7
PERSON SPECIFICATION for AUDIO VISUAL TECHNICIAN CRITERIA ESSENTIAL/ DESIRABLE EVIDENCE * QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING Good general education up to A Level or equivalent E A/F PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Experience of working with young people aged 11-16 in group or classroom settings D I/R Experience in the use of ICT D I/R Experience of communicating with a wide range of people E I/R PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of the educational welfare and social needs of the students with whom the postholder is working D A/F/R Knowledge of the National Curriculum D A/F/R Awareness of policies and procedures relating to child protection E A/F/R Theatre industry experience in all aspects of live performance and events. D A/F/R Management, design, building and crewing experience in all aspects of performing arts. D A/F/R Knowledge of lighting systems, lighting control apparatus, lighting equipment and its A/F/R E maintenance, refurbishment and use. Knowledge of audio and audio-visual equipment and its use as it relates to both live, recorded A/F/R E and playback techniques, its maintenance and refurbishment. Knowledge of set building, painting and design techniques and their application. D A/F/R Knowledge of theatre scenery, safe rigging and staging equipment. E A/F/R Knowledge of costumes and properties, their construction and application in the theatre. D A/F/R Knowledge of electrical principals and electrical safety. E A/F/R Knowledge of current Health & Safety requirements and legislation regarding theatre. E A/F/R ABILITIES AND SKILLS Ability to form good working relationships with teachers and students. E A/F/R Good record-keeping skills E A/F/R Working knowledge of IT including projector set-up, PowerPoint presentations, computer E A/F/R system set-up, and specific theatre industry design programmes. Excellent interpersonal, communication and planning skills. E A/F/R Knowledge of video editing and DVD production. E A/F/R Ability to safely work at height. E A/F/R Ability to work as part of a team and individually. E A/F/R PERSONAL QUALITIES Adaptability E I/R Appropriate motivation to work with young people E I/R Commitment to students well-being E I/R Commitment to equal opportunity and inclusion E I/R Enthusiasm E I/R Flexibility E I/R Good rôle model to colleagues and students E I/R Inspires confidence in staff students and parents E I/R Integrity and discretion E I/R Resourcefulness E I/R Self-confidence E I/R Willingness to develop professionally and undertake further training, as required E I * A = Application Letter F = Application Form I = Interview R = Reference The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will, therefore, be subject to Enhanced Level Criminal Records Bureau disclosures and other relevant pre-employment screening, including checks with past employers. In addition to candidates ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates also should be aware that any relevant issues arising from their references will be taken up at interview. 02/2016