Media Instructor

ReedKingston Upon Thamesreedpublished 11/12/2026

Media Instructor

  • Job Type: Temporary, full-time
  • Location: South West London
  • Pay Rate: Negotiable

We are seeking a Media Instructor to support the delivery of practical, technical and creative media learning within a busy education setting. This Media Instructor opportunity is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in film-making, editing and studio-based production who can confidently support learners across BTEC Levels 1, 2 and 3. The successful Media Instructor will play a key role in helping students develop their technical skills, safe working practices and confidence in a professional media environment.

Day-to-day of the role

  • Deliver timetabled practical instruction across the week to Media students at BTEC Levels 1, 2 and 3
  • Assist in classes and carry out practical demonstrations in areas such as camera work, sound, lighting and editing
  • Support teaching staff with the practical and technical film-making elements of student projects
  • Guide students in the safe and effective use of media equipment, studios and facilities
  • Assist with the operation of TV studios, sound studios, editing suites and motion capture facilities
  • Support lecturers during practical sessions and help students build technical and creative skills
  • Monitor, maintain and service media equipment to ensure it remains in good working order
  • Prepare materials, resources and spaces to support teaching and learning
  • Help manage room usage and booking systems for studios, equipment and specialist facilities

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in media production, film-making or a related practical media environment
  • Strong working knowledge of camera operation, sound, audio, video editing and lighting
  • Experience supporting or instructing learners in a classroom, workshop or studio setting
  • Understanding of TV studio operations, vision mixing, grip equipment and editing workflows
  • Ability to explain technical processes clearly to learners of mixed abilities
  • Good organisational skills, including room management and equipment booking systems
  • Awareness of health and safety procedures within a practical media environment
  • A relevant qualification in media, film, production or education would be advantageous

Benefits

  • Full-time temporary opportunity in a rewarding education setting
  • Negotiable pay rate depending on experience
  • Opportunity to work with creative learners across a range of media disciplines
  • Hands-on role using professional media facilities and equipment
  • Supportive team environment with the chance to make a direct impact on student development

How to apply

To apply for this Media Instructor position, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience, technical skills and availability.