Are you passionate about electronic music, sound and creative technology? Do you enjoy sharing your expertise and helping others develop their skills and ideas? We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Technical Instructor to join our Electronic Music and Sound team and play a key role in supporting students throughout their creative journey. This role is available on a fixed term basis until 28/07/2028 on a part time contract (7.5 Hours per week). This Position is not available on a job share basis.

At the University of Brighton, our students explore contemporary music production, sound design, recording, performance and emerging audio technologies in a collaborative and experimental environment. As a Technical Instructor, you will help create an inspiring learning experience by providing expert technical support, delivering practical workshops and enabling students to realise ambitious creative projects.

About the role

Working as part of a friendly and collaborative team, you will support teaching, learning and creative practice across our electronic music and sound facilities. You will provide technical expertise to students and staff, helping them make the most of our specialist studios, software and equipment.

You will play an important role in maintaining a professional, innovative and inclusive learning environment where students can develop the skills, confidence and technical understanding needed for contemporary creative practice and the creative industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical instruction, inductions and workshops in electronic music production, sound design and audio technologies.
• Provide specialist support to students and staff using music production, recording, performance and sound facilities.
• Maintain studios, equipment, software and technical resources to support teaching, learning and creative practice.
• Ensure safe and effective operation of music and sound facilities in line with University policies and procedures.
• Support creative projects, recordings, performances, showcases and interdisciplinary artistic collaborations.

About You

You will have professional or higher education experience in electronic music, sound production, music technology or a related discipline, together with a passion for supporting student learning and creative development.

You will have experience of working with a range of music and audio technologies, including Digital Audio Workstations, Audio recording, editing, mixing and production workflows, studio, live sound and performance equipment, contemporary sound design and creative audio practices.

Most importantly, you will be an approachable and effective communicator who enjoys working with students and colleagues in a creative environment. You will be keen to share your knowledge, solve technical challenges and contribute to an outstanding student experience.

Why Join Us?

The University of Brighton is a creative, inclusive and values-driven institution where technical staff are recognised as a vital part of the learning community. You will join a supportive team committed to innovation, collaboration and the development of creative talent.

Closing Date: 01 Nov 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 pro rata

Are you passionate about Fine Art practice and excited by the possibilities that emerge when creative ideas meet technical expertise? We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Technical Instructor to join our Fine Art technical team and support students in developing ambitious, innovative and professionally realised creative work.

At the University of Brighton, our Fine Art students work across a diverse range of contemporary and traditional practices, exploring materials, processes and technologies to realise their ideas. As a Technical Instructor, you will play a vital role in creating an inspiring, supportive and safe environment where students can experiment, develop their skills and bring their creative projects to life.

About the role

Working as part of a collaborative team of technical specialists, you will provide expert support across our Fine Art studios and workshop facilities. You will help students and academic staff make the most of our specialist resources, offering technical instruction, practical guidance and creative problem-solving across a range of artistic disciplines. This role is available on a fixed term basis until 28/07/2028 on a part time contract (30 hours per week). This is available on a job share basis.

You will contribute to a vibrant learning environment through the delivery of workshops, demonstrations and inductions, enabling students to develop confidence in working with materials, equipment and processes whilst maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering technical inductions, demonstrations and workshops across Fine Art facilities and specialist areas.
• Providing technical guidance and support to students and staff in the development of creative projects.
• Advising on materials, making processes, fabrication methods and appropriate production techniques.
• Supporting practical teaching activities, studio-based learning and interdisciplinary projects.
• Preparing and maintaining workshops, studios, equipment and technical resources for teaching and learning activities.
• Monitoring and maintaining specialist equipment, tools and machinery to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Managing stocks of materials and consumables and assisting with resource planning.
• Supporting the installation and de-installation of exhibitions, degree shows and public events.
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of health and safety, including the preparation of risk assessments, safe systems of work and associated documentation.
• Contributing to the development of facilities and technical practices that enhance the student experience.

About you

The successful candidate will:

• Have substantial practical experience within Fine Art or a closely related creative discipline, together with a genuine enthusiasm for supporting learning and creative development. 
• Confident in the use of standard workshop machinery – panel saws, radial arm saws, pillar drill etc. 
• A good knowledge of a range of mould making techniques and materials. 
• Be a confident communicator who enjoys working with people and sharing knowledge. Whether supporting a student's first encounter with a studio or workshop process or helping realise a complex final-year project, you will be approachable, solution-focused and committed to enabling creative success.

  
  

You will also have excellent organisational skills and a strong understanding of workshop health and safety requirements, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming and supportive learning environment.

Closing Date: 28 Oct 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 pro rata

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Brighton's photography technical team, supporting students and staff across a wide range of analogue and digital photographic practices. Based within the College of Creativity, Technology and Society, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding technical learning environment for our undergraduate and postgraduate students. This role is available on a fixed term basis until 28/07/2028 on a part time contract (30 hours per week). This is available on a job share basis.

About the role

As a Technical Instructor, you will provide specialist technical support across photography studios, darkrooms, digital imaging facilities and exhibition spaces. You will work closely with academic colleagues and students to support teaching, learning and creative project development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering technical demonstrations, inductions and workshops
• Providing day-to-day support to students and staff in photographic facilities
• Maintaining analogue and digital photography equipment and specialist facilities
• Supporting film processing, darkroom operations and photographic printing
• Managing digital imaging workflows, colour management and scanning processes
• Assisting with the installation and presentation of exhibitions and student showcases
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of health and safety

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• Substantial technical knowledge of both traditional and contemporary photographic practice, together with a commitment to supporting student learning and creative exploration.
• Experience of Analogue photography, film processing and darkroom techniques, Digital photography and post-production workflows, Digital printing and Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Lightroom, Photoshop and InDesign
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to explain technical processes clearly, deliver engaging workshops and work collaboratively with staff and students. 

Why join us?

The University of Brighton is a creative, inclusive and ambitious institution with a strong reputation for practice-based learning and industry engagement. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and access to a vibrant creative community.

Closing Date: 03 Nov 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 pro rata