Technician, Audio Visual
The Dynamic University of Rhode Island AV team is seeking a new team member to join them!
The position is an entry level, event support role intended to specliaze in producing live stream video for University events, high end board meetings and some major productions. The role will also provide white glove event service within our technology enhanced spaces.
As part of the AV team, supporting classroom video technology will also be a part of this position.
The URI AV team is a close knite, highly productive and high value unit to the instiution. With extensive knowledge and expertise, the team strives to continue to grow and broaden our impact in our institution.
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From the posting:
Maintain and repair campus audio visual systems.
Provide audio visual support services to live campus events, specifically live streaming and video recording work.
Provide postproduction services for video recordings.
Monitor campus lecture capture systems.
Provide training to campus community, as well as other support technicians.
Create informative documentation on audio visual systems.
Work under the direction of a project lead in audio visual system installations.
Collaborate with technicians in other units of ITS and university departments.
Work a non-standard schedule to fulfill assigned duties and responsibilities. Respond to technical emergencies outside of normal working hours as needed. Support URI special Events outside of normal working hours, including weekend and evening hours, as required to meet campus needs.
Maintain a high level of understanding of current developments in the assigned area of responsibility and anticipate future needs.
As part of training, perform functions normally assigned to Senior Technician, although to a lesser extent.
Perform other duties as required.
REQUIRED:
1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
2. Minimum one year experience in an audio visual support position OR two years’ experience in a position that included a substantial amount (at least 50%) of audio visual technology work (including as a student employee).
3. Knowledge of audio visual hardware.
4. Knowledge of video recording equipment including cameras and microphones.
5. Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
6. Proficiency with written communication skills.
7. Strong customer service skills.
8. Ability to successfully work in a team and independently.
9. Ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
10. Experience using Unified Communication tools.
11. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (equipment, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in film or related field.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience supporting board meetings, live speaking engagements, etc.
- Experience using major AV brand control systems.
- Certification(s) from AVIXIA or AV manufacturers.
- Experience terminating Category cables, etc.
- Experience in setting up temporary AV solutions.
- Experience in producing livestreams.
- Experience conducting audio visual consultations or needs assessments.
