AV Technician

PTS IMPRESSION SDN. BHD.; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Melaka is seeking a Technical Crew to install and operate audio-visual systems for theatre productions, including sound and lighting. You will coordinate with the Artistic Director to achieve the production's goals, interpret lighting plans, and ensure safety and maintenance of all AV gear.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in electronics or broadcasting, hands-on experience with live events, and excellent communication and organizational skills to work within a dynamic theatre

Qualifications

• Technical background in electrics/electronics or broadcasting/recording.

Responsibilities

• Install and operate all technical aspects of audio visual events at the theatre.
• Oversee sound content, recording and operation of the sound system.
• Coordinate with Artistic Director to understand production goals and vision.
• Interpret lighting designer's plan.
• Carry out risk assessments for health and safety purposes.
• Plan cable runs and lighting placements at theatre locations.
• Rig and check equipment as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance of Video, AV and lighting equipment.
• Control stage video, sound and light systems for performances.
• Liaise between Technical, Production, Operation and Warehouse teams for equipment.
• Attend dress and technical rehearsals to ensure sound & lighting choices are correct.
• Program and operate manual and computer-controlled lighting systems.
• Follow instructions and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AV expertise

Live events coordination

Lighting control

Communication skills

Electrical background

Education

Diploma in Electronics

Tools

ETC lighting desk

Digital consoles

Video/AV equipment

Job description

We are looking for few Technical Crews to work as part of the Technical Department to facilitate the technical requirements of The Encore Melaka’s Theatre. This role involves carrying out all duties associated with the getting in, fitting up, running and getting out of productions and performance taking place in the theatre.

The ideal candidate for this role will be either experienced in audio visual project management/coordination or an experienced audio / video / audio-visual engineer who feels they are confident enough to; will have knowledge and experience in a similar position in a receiving or producing theatre environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the installation and operation of all technical aspects of audio visual event at the theatre.
• Oversees all aspects of sound content of a production, this involves the creation and recording of sound as well as the operation and maintenance of sound system in the theatre.
• Coordinate with Artistic Director to understand the production’s goals and their overall vision
• Interpreting a lighting designer's plan.
• Carrying out risk assessments for health and safety purposes.
• Planning where to run cables and place lights at theatre locations.
• Helping to rig and check the equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of Video, AV and lighting equipment.
• Able to control stage video, sound and light system independently for theatre performance.
• To liaise between the Technical, Production, Operation and Warehouse Teams regarding equipment and crew requirements.
• Attend dress and technical rehearsals to ensure sound & lighting choices are correct, making adjustments as needed.
• Programming and operating manual and computer-controlled lighting systems.
• Follow instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by your Superior.

REQUIREMENTS

• Technical background in electrics / electronics or broadcasting / recording.
• Experience in Sound and Light Industry (Hotel, Theme Park , Event or Theatre)
• Extensive experience of live events both in an operational and management capacity.
• A very good technical understanding of audio and video equipment used on events, signal. paths and connectivity – experience and knowledge of audio and video system design.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Enthusiasm, energy and the ability to work flexibly and accurately with tight deadlines.
• Strong skills in theatre lighting & ETC desk programing, sound installation & operation including the use of digital consoles, audio visual, theatrical staging or counter weight and point hoist flying are essential.
• Excellent skills using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High level of attention to details.

The Encore Melaka is an internationally acclaimed the first “Impression Series” staged beyond China will showcase visual and performing arts centre situated at the heart of Melaka, one of the Malaysia’s most historical city, exciting culture and tourist destination.

Designed by China’s state-owned Beijing Institute of Architectural Design, the state-of-the‑art theatre will seat more than 2,000 people on a one‑of‑a‑kind 360‑degree rotating platform.

ENCORE MELAKA also is certified as a National Key Economic Area (NKEA) development by Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism and is supported by the government of Malaysia and the state of Melaka.

The Encore Melaka is an internationally acclaimed the first “Impression Series” staged beyond China will showcase visual and performing arts centre situated at the heart of Melaka, one of the Malaysia’s most historical city, exciting culture and tourist destination.

Designed by China’s state‑owned Beijing Institute of Architectural Design, the state‑of‑the‑art theatre will seat more than 2,000 people on a one‑of‑a‑kind 360‑degree rotating platform.

ENCORE MELAKA also is certified as a National Key Economic Area (NKEA) development by Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism and is supported by the government of Malaysia and the state of Melaka.

The Encore Melaka is an internationally acclaimed the first “Impression Series” staged beyond China will showcase visual and performing arts centre situated at the heart of Melaka, one of the Malaysia’s most historical city, exciting culture and tourist destination.

Designed by China’s state‑owned Beijing Institute of Architectural Design, the state‑of‑the‑art theatre will seat more than 2,000 people on a one‑of‑a‑kind 360‑degree rotating platform.

ENCORE MELAKA also is certified as a National Key Economic Area (NKEA) development by Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism and is supported by the government of Malaysia and the state of Melaka.