Technical Tutor - Digital Photography

Overview

Ravensbourne University London is a dynamic institution at the intersection of creativity, business, and technology. Based in London’s Design District in the heart of North Greenwich, we are home to a diverse, global community in one of the world’s most vibrant business and creative hubs.

We are looking for a Technical Tutor in Digital Photography to join our team. Working within the Technical Services department this role provides excellent technical tuition across the BA and MA/MFA Digital Photography courses as well as photography support for the wider University. They will take ownership of the photography studios and equipment to ensure that they are maintained to a high standard and provide facilities that are functional, accessible and well presented.

Technical tuition can take a variety of forms such as technical classes, workshops, skills training sessions and 1-2-1 tuition. Although not responsible for the curriculum, they will draw on their expertise to collaborate with the relevant academic team on it.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in digital photography with extensive experience with a range of cameras, lenses and lighting equipment. They will have skills that enable them to support students shooting in the studio and advise on external shoots. They will feel confident shooting using Capture One.

They will have in-depth knowledge of health and safety best practice and procedures for photography studios, equipment and can advise students when shooting externally.

They will be highly motivated by passing their knowledge on to others, able to explain complex technical concepts in an easy to understand way and be adept at problem solving and innovation in their work.

• Generous leave
• We operate a hybrid working model of on-site and working from home for most of our posts

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those that are currently under-represented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates.

At Ravensbourne, we are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities. We offer interviews to those who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role. In situations where we receive a high volume of applications, we will prioritise interviewing those disabled applicants who most closely align with the minimum requirements.