Creative Technical Assistant
Salford, UK (On-site)
£27K/yr – £27K/yrFull time
Posted 2 weeks ago
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Job Description
Salford, United Kingdom (On-site)
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Job Info
This role holder will be based at the Broadcast Production Equipment Store and will assist in the day-to-day delivery of the loan of specialist equipment. The successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment; we seek talented employees, who are ready for a challenge, willing to learn new skills and are able to provide a frontline professional service to our customers. You will join an experienced technical team, who will support you in your learning journey within the role, however from time to time you will be expected to work under your own initiative, whilst adhering to the strict working practices an equipment store environment requires.
Please note that applications will only be considered from graduates of the University of Salford. If you are not a University of Salford graduate, please do not submit an application. This opportunity may close early depending on candidate volumes.
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We are the only UK university to have a campus at MediaCityUK, an international media hub next to prestigious media organisations such as the BBC, ITV, and Dock10, with industry-standard facilities that offer a professional environment for our staff and students.
There’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
All our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
Greater Manchester is one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles
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Job Description
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
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Job Info
- Job Identification 942
- Posting Date 07/13/2026, 03:00 PM
- Apply Before 07/27/2026, 10:59 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Contract Type Fixed Term
- Duration of FTC 9 months
- Salary From £26,707
- Salary To £27,319
- DBS required No
- Driving Required No
- Organization School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology, University of Salford
This role holder will be based at the Broadcast Production Equipment Store and will assist in the day-to-day delivery of the loan of specialist equipment. The successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment; we seek talented employees, who are ready for a challenge, willing to learn new skills and are able to provide a frontline professional service to our customers. You will join an experienced technical team, who will support you in your learning journey within the role, however from time to time you will be expected to work under your own initiative, whilst adhering to the strict working practices an equipment store environment requires.
Please note that applications will only be considered from graduates of the University of Salford. If you are not a University of Salford graduate, please do not submit an application. This opportunity may close early depending on candidate volumes.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparations of cameras and associated equipment for loan to Students.
- Support Students in the checking of equipment for filming.
- Assist the equipment store team in the cleaning and repair of cameras and grip.
- Provide professional customer service to Students and Staff loaning equipment.
- Support the booking of equipment on SISO.
We are the only UK university to have a campus at MediaCityUK, an international media hub next to prestigious media organisations such as the BBC, ITV, and Dock10, with industry-standard facilities that offer a professional environment for our staff and students.
There’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
All our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
Greater Manchester is one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles
About Us
Job Description
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
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