Technical Officer – Illustration, Animation & Graphics

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Digital Arts team within Manchester Metropolitan University as a Technical Officer for Illustration, Animation and Graphics in the Manchester School of Arts/SODA. Work in a dynamic, creative, and innovative educational environment with access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and contribute to the development of the next generation of creative professionals.

About the role:
As a Technical Officer the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering Skills Sessions covering both software and equipment relating to illustration, animation and graphics. The successful candidate will have an interest and experience in printing (inkjet, laser, wide format, booklets etc.) and will assist students in printing their work from Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign etc.

Across the School of Art and the School of Digital Art we have a set of studio spaces encompassing 2D and 3D stop motion animation. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining these areas, demonstrating their function to students and ensuring Health & Safety guidelines are always met. The successful candidate will also deliver sessions on Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Dragonframe (amongst others).

Day to day responsibilities:

• Maintenance of Stop Frame animation studios (3D & 2D).
• Delivery of inductions to spaces/studios.
• Support for students in specialist printing space (printing Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign documents).
• Delivery of Skills Workshops on software and equipment relating to the disciplines.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with equipment and software.
• Providing support to students by offering guidance on the correct operation of equipment and software.
• Ordering and managing spare parts and supplies as needed.

About you:

• Proven experience in a wide range of Adobe Creative Cloud software, predominantly Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of the principles of printing (colour profiles, paper types etc.).
• Knowledge of stop frame animation techniques including lighting, camera operation and software.
• Digital literacy using email, Teams, and Office 365.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff.

To apply:
Please submit your application by clicking "Apply Now" (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) and uploading your CV and Cover Letter, outlining your suitability to the role.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, particularly those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.