Event Production Technician ( Freelancers)

AVI-SPL Canada; Waterloo; On-site; USD 28,486 - 49,850; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a freelance Event Production Technician/Video Production Operator to support corporate event production. This role involves collaborating with a dedicated team to execute event production requirements, including operating various broadcast production equipment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in studio production and event management, along with technical proficiency in control room equipment. This position offers flexibility in hours and the chance to work in an exciting, fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of live events. Join a team that values excellence and teamwork!

Qualifications

• Experience with studio production and event management is essential.
• Familiarity with control room equipment and video production tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up event production equipment for live events.
• Troubleshoot and maintain studio-related equipment as needed.

Skills

Studio production and event experience

Control room equipment operation

Knowledge of virtual production platforms

Customer service skills

Flexible working hours

Tools

Video switchers

Audio consoles

Robotic cameras

Video playback software

Ross production environments

Yamaha audio consoles

Dante audio routing networks

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Job description

At AVI-SPL, we pride ourselves on our superior customer service, passion for excellence, spirit of teamwork, and the focus on continued innovation. Our people enable us to deliver on those values every business day. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for talented, ambitious people who can make a substantial contribution to our team of smart, down-to-earth, hardworking professionals.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

This is a freelance position which supports the operation of a corporate event production facility and will be hired as needed. The Event Production Technician/Video Production Operator works with our internal AVI-SPL team to assist in the execution of event production requirements including the operation of broadcast production equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist in the setup of control room and front of house event equipment for each production.
2. Assist in troubleshooting and maintaining studio related equipment.
3. Fill various production operator roles for live events. Current roles we are looking for are inclusive of, but not limited to the following list. (Please note you do not need to be proficient in ALL roles to apply, but we are looking for individuals who are able to support multiple functions of studio operations.)
4. Audio Engineer/Operator (A1)
5. Technical Director (V1)
6. Video Operator (V2)
7. Floor/Stage Manager
8. Graphics Operator
9. Video Playback Operator

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Must-have skills & job qualifications

1. Studio production and event experience.
2. Experience with control room equipment including video switchers, audio consoles, robotic cameras, and video playback software.
3. Knowledge of virtual production and meeting platforms.
4. Positive, customer focused and team attitude.
5. Ability to work flexible hours as required.

Nice-to-have skills

1. Experience with Ross production environments and video switchers including Ultrix routers, Carbonite and Ultra switchers.
2. Experience with audio production systems including Yamaha audio consoles, Dante audio routing networks, Shure microphones, and intercom systems.
3. Experience with Panasonic PTZ Cameras.
4. Familiarity with post-production software including Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Other

Job function

Information Technology and Other

Industries

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing