Technician - School Of Music

Job Description We currently have an opening for a part-time (18.75 hours per week) Technician role within the Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries, School of Music.

About the Role

The successful candidates will be working alongside students, technicians and academic staff, in a busy team environment. There is an emphasis on advising and assisting on sound and lighting technical matters, instructing in best practice and a strong focus on health and safety.

Skills and Experience

Our ideal candidate will:

- Be proficient with sound recording principals and have an in-depth knowledge of sound recording software (esp. Protools and Logic)
- Be a confident user of Mac, which is essential
- Be able to set up and operate a sound system, live mixing of events and concerts, be capable of shooting and editing video, and setting up AV gear including laptops, speakers & projectors.
- Bring some interest in multiple musical genres e.g. Classical, Jazz, Pop and experimental, would be very beneficial.
- Have strong communications skill, as you will be working with a wide range of people

As part of this role, you must be comfortable working at heights and have an understanding of lighting principles. Relevant health and safety guidelines around rigging and running of performance venues would be highly desirable, as would the ability to program and operate an ETC lighting console.
If you are a self-starter, who is self-sufficient, has great time management, and enjoys a busy, dynamic and creative environment, then we encourage you to apply.

For more information, please view the position description.

Why work with us

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

- Flexible employment practices
- Career development programmes
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

We also offer a company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, discounted childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of Monday 13th January 2020 and include an up to date CV and cover letter.

Additional Information

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatapui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go towww.equity.auckland.ac.nz