Audio/Visual Technician I

the McNay Art Museum; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The McNay Art Museum seeks a Multimedia Technician to support the Multimedia Manager in operating audio/visual, lighting, and related systems for exhibitions and events. You will assist installation, setup, and maintenance to ensure reliable technology across galleries and venues.

Ideal candidates will have four+ years of AV experience, strong Mac OS and MS Office skills, and hands-on experience with live sound, video recording, and Adobe Creative Suite. Flexibility for events is essential.

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience in audio/visual setup, operation and maintenance.
• Experience setting up, mixing, and recording live performances, lectures, and audio interviews.
• Proficiency with Mac OS and MS Office.
• Flexible hours for museum events, including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of all exhibition multimedia installations.
• Assist in the set-up and support of all Audio/Visual equipment at meetings and events in the Museum.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and assist in repair and upgrade of all audio/visual systems.
• Keep accurate inventory of all audio/visual equipment.
• Maintain AV equipment documentation and maintenance records and training guides.
• Maintain high uptime on all audio/visual equipment.
• Assist with lighting control systems for events, lectures, concerts and galas.
• Assist in production of video, audio recording, and photography.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Mac OS

MS Office

Live sound equipment

Video recording

Photography

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Final Cut Studio

Adobe Creative Suite

Sony camcorders

Canon DSLR cameras

Job description

Reporting to and supporting the Multimedia Manager, the Multimedia Technician will assist in the maintenance and operation of audio/visual, lighting, and other multimedia systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in the installation of all exhibition multimedia installations.
• Assist in the set-up and support of all Audio/Visual equipment at meetings and events in the Museum.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and assist in repair and upgrade of all audio/visual systems.
• Keep accurate inventory of all audio/visual equipment.
• Maintain audio/visual equipment documentation and maintenance records system, as well as training guides for the Museum.
• Maintain high degree of uptime on all audio/visual equipment.
• Assists in maintaining and operating lighting control systems, including theatrical lighting throughout the Museum and outside on the grounds, as well as assisting with special lighting for events, lectures, concerts, and galas.
• Assist as needed with production of video and audio recording, and photography.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Must have flexible working hours to accommodate Museum events and programs. Some nights, weekends, and on-call duty required.
• Proficient with Mac OS platform and MS Office
• Experience setting up, mixing, and recording live performances, lectures, and audio interviews
• Familiarity with various cameras and lenses, including Sony camcorders and Canon DSLR cameras
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment on multiple, ongoing projects

Other Skills

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Knowledge of Final Cut Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects and Lightroom
• Knowledge of audio editing software preferred.
• Familiarity and experience with live sound equipment, such as microphones (wired and wireless) and soundboards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Communications or related preferred.

Work Experience

A minimum of four years’ experience in audio/visual set-up, operation and maintenance is required.