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Clark Art Institute
A/V Technician
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What they do
An Audio or Visual Technician operates sound and video equipment for concerts, sports events, news conferences or presentations at business meetings or conventions. Sets up wiring and cables as needed for an equipment system, which may include microphones, speakers, sound mixing and recording equipment and video equipment; may also work with specialized lighting equipment.
$62,074 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The on-call A/V Technician is responsible for supporting audiovisual needs for Clark Art Institute events and hosted initiatives on a part-time, on-call basis . Responsibilities for this role include event A/V presentation (video projection, audio, and lighting) and media handling (audio and/or video playback and recording) for events including MetLive Opera simulcasts between September and May along with other events potentially including classic film screenings and occasional live events. Work will occur primarily on weekends or in evenings, with hours varying seasonally from 0 or 4 to as high as 8-14. Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Serve as primary A/V support for MetLive Opera simulcasts, which occur Operate video projection and audio equipment for film screenings and related events Operate lighting controls, and assist as needed with pre- and post-show tasks, speeches, & etc. Other related duties as appropriate Minimum Qualifications Education, Training, and Skills High school diploma or equivalent Operation of Audio and Video playback systems, including some of: Optical Disc Playback (Blu-Ray/DVD) Digital media playback via computer (direct file playback or web-based streaming) Digital media playback via dedicated streaming hardware Basic operation of lighting controls (some familiarity with DMX-based lights preferred) Basic operation of audio control systems (turning volume up/down to reasonable levels) Familiarity with, or willingness and capacity to learn about related technical matters, including Assisted Listening Devices for hearing impaired individuals Operation of various digital media recording, streaming, and playback tools Video switching systems, digital audio mixing boards, and associated devices Work Experience 1 year experience in A/V support, A/V production, or similar. Informal experience, such as work for a club, school, or church, is acceptable. Experience interacting positively with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and identities. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.