AV Events Technician L2

The AV Events Team provides comprehensive event support throughout the lifecycle of large-scale corporate events. Comprising individuals skilled in AV technical pre-production, equipment recommendations, and live event technical execution, the team is 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 users) and different departments within the company Skills
• Detail-oriented and motivated self-starter
• Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
• Adaptability and ability to 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 willing to ask the right questions when needed
• Ability to simplify AV technical information or workflows for those unfamiliar with the jargon
• Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required; experience/skill level is considered
• Preferred Certifications: AVIXA CTS
• Previous experience working on corporate events in a corporate setting
• AV Signal Flow & Troubleshooting
• Familiarity with various AV equipment and systems including routers, switchers, recording devices, audio mixers, microphones, lighting boards, cameras, and software such as Zoom, Google Suite, Keynote, Slack, Dante Controller, Qlab
• Note any equipment failures and report to the AV team