Media Arts Technician

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Waikato Institute of Technology Full time
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Media Arts Technician to this dynamic support role.

As part of the technician team aligned to the School of Media Arts, your skills will be utilised to enhance the learning experiences of our ākonga in this vocational tertiary environment.


With no two days the same, you will bring your 'can-do' attitude, technical know-how, and excellent problem-solving skills to any situation - whether that be behind-the-scenes, in the classroom, or online.

Supporting faculty, ākonga and Wintec's kaimahi - this role requires someone who is always self-motivated, flexible and adaptable.

About the Role
The technician team works together to provide specialist support across a wide range of technical knowledge bases and activities.

Working within the School of Media Arts means working with ākonga who are studying contemporary art, creative media communication, digital marketing, music and performing arts, graphic and spatial design.


We're looking for someone who can confidently bring practical skills and expert problem-solving abilities from their proven industry experience, along with an attitude of continual learning, to ensure a cohesive technician team that is flexible and supports the School of Media Arts.


The technician team operate across technical aspects in our creative school, such as: sound and lighting, studios, film and still cameras, darkroom, laser and vinyl cutting, exhibition hanging, set building and much more.

They maintain our equipment and spaces, manage ākonga and kaiako technical requirements and carry out a variety of general duties including events, workshops, maintaining consumable stocks and ensuring that safe working practices are followed.

We want you to tell us where you would bring value to this team


The key thing is that you are highly organised, approachable, willing to share your knowledge, great at problem-solving and keen to bring your practical skills and collegiality to our innovative and forward-thinking Media Arts team.


To be successful in this role, you will:

  • Be able to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas
  • Be resilient, dynamic, and determined to succeed
  • Have appropriate technical skills and a commitment to continual learning
  • Understand how Te Tiriti o Waitangi is relevant and applied meaningfully in the workplace
  • Develop encouraging, safe, and inclusive working environments
  • Be a constructive problem solver, keen to collaborate with others and to navigate through new or challenging situations

Working at Wintec - Te Pūkenga**One of New Zealand's leading tertiary institutes, Wintec**:
  • **Te Pūkenga's focus is on innovation and the future. That means we provide opportunities not just for our students, but for our staff as well.
Wintec - Te Pūkenga offers flexible work arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, professional learning opportunities and support to undertake further study. You'll broaden your professional networks through our industry-connected staff and be supported to keep your own career skills up-to-date.

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