A Broadcast Technician operates audio equipment and transmitters for a radio or television station. Operates and maintains equipment that regulates signal strength for a station. Arranges sound equipment and monitors the volume and quality of sound for programs; synchronizes sound with visual images for television shows or other broadcast events such as sports games. May edit recorded shows or productions.
The ECA Production Technician functions as an integral member of the school support staff, engaging in regular maintenance of performance venues and gallery spaces, providing production support to performances, art openings, and assemblies, and mentoring stagecraft students in safe industry-standard production practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Interacts in a positive and professional manner with students and colleagues Collaborates with the ECA Technical Director and ECA Teaching Artists to support student learning in the arts Ensures a safe performance environment for students and staff that complies with all industry best-practices and relevant regulations Provides regular maintenance to ECA performance venues and their related production equipment Provides production support for performances, assemblies, and art openings including but not limited to lighting, A/V playback, live audio mixing, scenic carpentry, rigging, and stage management Demonstrates flexibility, creativity, and positivity in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Models safe industry-standard production practices
Knowledge Of:
ACES policies and procedures, inclusive of assigned program specific policies and procedures Safe industry-standard production practices School operations practices and procedures Common production practices for the artforms of
Creative Writing, Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts Skills In:
Oral and written communication to explain complex technical information to collaborators with varying levels of technical experience Lighting, including maintenance and operation of conventional and moving lights, and operation of ETC lighting control consoles Audio, including the assembly, maintenance, and operation of sound systems, operation of Yamaha and Midas audio consoles, and operation of QLab software Scenic Carpentry, including the safe use of hand and power tools, shop best practices, platform, flat, and wagon construction, and scenic painting Stage Management, including call sheet management, prompt book authoring, and show calling Rigging, including basic knot work, operation of rigging hardware, and working safely at height Mentoring young people in stagecraft
Ability To:
Demonstrate a strong work ethic inclusive of punctuality Maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced work environment Continue to develop knowledge and skills in a dynamic industry Communicate with students and colleagues in a professional and collaborative manner Adapt to the needs of varied art forms and projects Prioritize student learning and experience
