Creative Computing Technician

Creative Computing Technician (L3) (1.0FTE)

Part of the University of Southampton, a founder member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, Winchester School of Art is currently restructuring to quicken the pace of change. Part of this process is increasing our delivery of digitally oriented programmes, along with the development of an exciting new purpose-built facility for creative technologies. Not only are we setting our sights high, but we’re also broadening our horizons, so it’s an exciting time to join us!

The role 

This opportunity serves as a completely new role facilitating the recently launched Creative Computing programme, working with students at undergraduate and postgraduate level. This role will complement our existing Technical Services team. You will deliver technical guidance, both on campus and online in programming, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and electronics, audiovisual production and installation, 3D modelling, scanning, fabrication and more. You will have experience using creative coding platforms such as Processing, Open Frameworks, Visual Studio Code and Git, along with programming across HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, C# and node-based platforms such as Scratch, VVVV, Touch Designer and PureData. 
  

About you

Hands on working and guiding students to reach their potential will be at the heart of what you do. 
  This is a chance for an experienced creator to indulge their passion, be a valued colleague and someone who brings something uniquely their own to the team. First and foremost this should include impressive knowledge and experience in creative technologies, along with hardware, software development, keeping up to date with technological advances in the area. You will have an aptitude for problem solving and assisting students in realising their projects. To do so, you will be adept at communicating to a diverse range of individuals from varying backgrounds and have specialist knowledge and understanding of race, multiculturalism, and diversity.

What we can offer you

Based at our Winchester campus, right in the heart of this historic city and nestled in green parkland, one hour from London, Winchester School of Art is a vibrant hub for over 1500 students.  Take a look at our beautiful campus here.

 We offer some fantastic benefits including 34 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days), excellent family leave arrangements, a wide variety of on and off-campus arts and culture facilities and access to a range of staff discounts and offers at local shops, restaurants and service providers.  You will also have access to our sports complex and Hartley Library based on our Highfield Campus.

 As a University we aim to create an inclusive environment that attracts, supports and retains the best students and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences from across the world. 

 We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce.  We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role, and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. 

If you’re interested in teaching a future where everyone you can learn, start making progress happen. 

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