Audio Visual Technician

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the events sector is seeking an experienced AV Events Technician. The role involves delivering technical solutions for various in-person, hybrid, and virtual events, ensuring the smooth operation of audio-visual equipment. Ideal candidates will have several years of relevant experience and proficiency with common AV tools. This position offers significant professional growth opportunities within a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of AV production or broadcast industry experience.
• Ability to set up and ring out a PA system.
• Knowledge of wireless microphone systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain professional video, lighting and audio equipment.
• Manage physical inventory and transport/setup of equipment.
• Assess technical and on-site health and safety risks.

Skills

Audio-visual production

Technical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Operational knowledge of AV equipment

Tools

vMix

Roland equipment

Blackmagic Design equipment

Job description

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AV Events Technician - £28,000 - £30,000 + excellent benefits (London)

Exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate AV Events Technician with a preferred background in audio to deliver technical solutions across in-person, hybrid and virtual events, conferences, live streams, podcasts, etc.

You’ll work collaboratively as part of a team of AV Technicians and be at the heart of a fast-growing events team with plenty of opportunities for professional growth.

Delivery

• Operate and maintain professional video, lighting and audio equipment
• Manage physical inventory
• Transport and setup of audio, video, and lighting equipment as required
• Some knowledge of vMix and other digital live-streaming applications
• Coordinate crew and equipment as needed
• Ability to spot points of failure and have suitable contingencies in place
• Assist staff with pulling, staging, and striking audio/visual equipment for events
• Ability to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
• Assess technical and on-site health and safety risks, be alert for live issues on event days and be primed to react accordingly

Must have experience:

• 2-4+ years of AV production or broadcast industry experience
• Ability to set up and ring out a PA
• Knowledge/understanding of wireless microphone systems
• Proficient in video equipment; Roland, Blackmagic Design, etc.
• Knowledge of different video standards
• Technical knowledge of common video equipment and common workflows

Ideal experience:

• Knowledge and experience operating a variety of large and small-scale audio events
• Experience in streaming, vMix, RTMP, SRT, NDI, etc.
• Video cameras and film lighting knowledge
• Proficient in lighting equipment; uplighters, moving head, and stationary lights