Junior Audio-Visual Installation Engineer

dmg:media; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in London is looking for a Junior Audio-Visual Installation Engineer. This role involves assisting with the installation and commissioning of AV systems, including video conferencing and sound systems. Ideal candidates should have a foundational understanding of AV technology and a willingness to learn new skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of audio, video, and control systems.
• Familiarity with common AV hardware brands.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation and configuration of AV systems.
• Conduct testing and troubleshooting of installed systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization on-site.

Skills

Enthusiasm for AV technology

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Basic knowledge of AV systems

Willingness to learn

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Junior Audio-Visual Installation Engineer

Position: Permanent/Full Time

Location: dmg Headquarters, HSK, London, W8 5HY

About the role

The Junior Audio Visual (AV) Installation Engineer is responsible for assisting with the installation, configuration, and commissioning of professional AV systems. This role involves hands-on work with video conferencing, television systems, digital signage, sound systems, and control systems. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual eager to learn and grow within the AV industry, ensuring all installations are completed efficiently and to high-quality standards.

Main Responsibilities

AV System Installation & Maintenance:

• Assist senior engineers with the physical installation of AV equipment, including displays, projectors, cameras, speakers, and microphones.
• Perform tasks such as pulling and terminating a variety of AV cables (e.g., HDMI, SDI, Ethernet, speaker wire).
• Mount and secure equipment in accordance with project plans and safety standards.
• Conduct basic testing and troubleshooting of installed systems to ensure proper functionality.
• Assist with system documentation, including wiring diagrams and equipment lists.

Project Support & Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with project managers, clients, and other team members to ensure project timelines are met.
• Prepare equipment and materials for upcoming installations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment on-site.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations during installations.

Person Specification

• A foundational understanding of audio, video, and control systems.
• Familiarity with common AV hardware brands and equipment types.
• Basic knowledge of signal flow and cabling standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand and power tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and acquire industry certifications.

About dmg media

dmg media maintains an unwavering commitment to uncovering the stories that matter most. Its brands Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, Metro, The i Paper, MailOnline, and Mail+reach more than 9 million people daily in the UK.

Globally, dmg media's brands reach 160 million unique browsers every month across its domains and apps.*

Its global newsroom of journalists, formidable story-getting power, and breadth of content formats, delivers highly engaging, trusted content to loyal and new audiences, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Mail brand reaches three in five Brits every month and is officially the best-read, most recognised, most engaged newsbrand in the country. It is the largest news publisher on TikTok with over 21 million total followers and nearly 30 billion views** in the past year.

www.dmgmedia.co.uk

*GA Sept 2024

** Dec 2023 - Nov 2024

Our Commitment

We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

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