AV Event Technician L2

The AV Events Team provides comprehensive event support throughout the lifecycle of large-scale corporate events. The team is comprised of individuals skilled in AV technical pre-production, equipment recommendations, and live event technical execution.  We are seeking an AV Events Technician to offer ancillary event support services. The role may involve assisting with starting an in-room presentation, providing dedicated technical support for in-room AV equipment, and potentially working flexible hours, including after normal business hours or on weekends.
 

Responsibilities:

• Act as event production A1 or A2, Graphics, or TD/switching, depending on show needs
• Set up, configure, operate, and facilitate support for event productions
• Possess an advanced understanding of current audio/video standards and equipment
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all audio and video production items for events
• Ensure a well-produced event for both streaming and event space experience
• Use and follow the run-of-show document as a guide for proper show flow
• Partner with other crew members on the execution of elements both before and during shows
• Attend pre-show production meetings with the crew to review responsibilities
• Ensure testing of all show playback elements for proper playout
• Follow the event content closely to execute with maximum quality
• Be responsible for ensuring that proper audio levels and video feeds for records are precise
• Ability to program and operate switchers, graphics, mixers, microphones, and all ancillary audio gear
• Manage gear configuration upgrades and develop new show elements
• Work with presenters to properly place and track lav microphones
• Prepare, organize, and track handheld microphones and other equipment as needed
• Reset space after events to pre-production standards
• Communicate with Executive Leadership and corresponding support staff to facilitate high-profile events
• Work and communicate with clients (called stakeholders) and different departments within the company
 

Equipment Expertise:

• AV Signal Flow & Troubleshooting
• Video Routers: Evertz, Blackmagic, Crestron
• Video Switchers: Panasonic AV-HS Series, Blackmagic, Ross Carbonite, Barco E2
• Video Recording Devices: PIX, AJA KiPro, Blackmagic HyperDeck
• Audio Mixers: Yamaha TF, QL series, Mackie, Shure
• Microphones: Shure QLX, ULX series, Sennheiser, Lectrosonics
• Lighting Boards: ETC Element, Leprecon
• PTZ Cameras: Panasonic AW-HE series + controller
• Cameras: Sony XDCAM series, Panasonic P2 series, Blackmagic
• Misc: Perfect Cue, Countdown clock, Internet Clicker
• Software: Zoom, Google Suite, Google Meet, Google Slides, Keynote, Slack, Dante Controller, Smaart 8, Mbox/Qlab/Playback Pro/Quicktime

Required Skills:

• Previous experience working on corporate events in a corporate setting.
• Advanced understanding of current audio/video standards and equipment.
• Ability to program and operate switchers, graphics, mixers, microphones, and all ancillary audio gear.
• Superior customer service as you will be working with internal clients and users across all departments.
• Ability to simplify AV technical information, workflows, and terminology for those who may not be familiar with the AV technologies.

Soft Skills:

• Willingness to embrace client's culture of giving and receiving candid feedback from colleagues.
• Detailed oriented and motivated self-starter.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to adapt and work well with varied personalities.
• High level of professionalism and ability to be helpful and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance but aren’t afraid to ask the right questions when you need help.

Certifications:

• AVIXA CTS (preferred but not required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required)