Assistant Technical Officer, Academy of Visual Arts

SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS

ACADEMY OF VISUAL ARTS

Assistant Technical Officer (25260809)

The Academy of Visual Arts is the first-of-its-kind local institution in delivering Visual Arts education, which is looking for responsible and energetic team player to join the technical team. The appointee is expected to provide support to both teaching of courses and administrative duties of studios, and will be stationed at the Kai Tak Campus.

Responsibilities:

• Provide service in various workshops and studios in the Academy;


• Responsible for preparation and demonstration in studio art classes and provide technical support to teaching staff;


• Responsible for the day-to-day operation, material and equipment procurement and maintenance of studios;


• Provide assistance to students on the use of the lab/studio and equipment;


• Ensure a safe studio environment; and


• Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree preferably in visual arts or related disciplines;


• Good experience and knowledge in studio/workshop work and operation of studio equipment in the respective areas, inclusive but not limited to sculpture, printmaking, prototyping, metal working, 3D printing, jewelry, etc.;


• Proficiency in software such as Grasshopper, Blender, Fusion360, Rhino, and Cura is a plus;


• Solid command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua);


• Self-motivated and be able to work independently;


• Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills and be a good team player; and


• Proficiency in computer applications, particularly MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract up to two years. Re-appointment thereafter is subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful.  Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications will start on 2 July 2026 until the positions are filled.