Audio Visual Technician, Part-Time

Houstonian; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa in Houston, TX seeks an Audio Visual Technician to set up, operate, and maintain audio and video equipment for events, conferences, meetings and other venues. This part-time role emphasizes discretion and a luxury-standard guest experience.

The ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor’s degree in AV technology, strong customer service, and proven knowledge of cameras, lighting, and AV editing software. Evening or weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in audio visual technology.
• Strong customer service and professional demeanor.
• Experience with audiovisual equipment, cameras and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain AV equipment for events and meetings.
• Test equipment before functions and teardown afterwards.
• Coordinate with event staff and vendors to meet AV needs.
• Maintain organized AV office and equipment, ensure security.
• Provide timely responses to guest questions and requests.

Skills

Customer service

Camera techniques

Lighting techniques

AV editing software

Troubleshooting

Computer proficiency

Communication

Evenings/weekends

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in AV technology

Tools

Camera equipment

Lighting equipment

Editing software

Job description

# Audio Visual Technician, Part-TimeHouston, TX 77024## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeCategoryAudio Visual## Description**JOB SUMMARY**The audio-visual technician is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining audio and video equipment at events, conferences, meetings, and other venues, ensuring smooth functionality. This role is critical to maintaining the luxury standard and reputation of The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa while upholding the highest levels of discretion and professionalism.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*** Provides consistently excellent customer service to ensure total guest satisfaction.* Perform all guest contact activities such as assisting with the operation of any equipment, answering a client’s questions on the phone, etc. in a cordial, efficient and professional manner.* Use of the banquet event order book as a guide for all setups and teardowns* Tests all equipment out on the floor before each function.* Removal of all equipment at the conclusion of each event.* Maintains a cooperative team-like attitude in working with supervisors and fellow employees (including other departments)* Help to keep the audio-visual office and equipment clean and organized.* Make sure that the equipment out on the floor is secure, reporting to In House Security with any concerns.* Keep in contact with our guest throughout the day to ensure that all AV needs are met.* Contact our vendors when additional equipment is needed.* Immediate communication of special request, guest problems or concerns to Audio Visual Assistant Manager, Banquet Captain or Director of Banquets.* Adheres to all department and The Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa policies and procedures.* Attend a pre-conference meeting on an infrequent basis**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS*** An associate or bachelor's degree in audio visual technology* Excellent computer proficiency.* In-depth working knowledge of camera and lighting techniques.* Strong working knowledge of Audio-Visual editing equipment and software* Audio Visual equipment troubleshooting skills* Previous experience working in a technical capacity with a variety of audio-visual systems and equipment is strongly preferred* Hours required: Scheduled days and hours vary based on departmental needs. Must be able to work in the evening or weekends occasionally**PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS****Must be able to meet the following minimum physical requirements for at least an eight-hour shift:*** **Physical Stamina:** Sit for extended periods of time, see and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids, enter data into computer, operate standard office equipment, use a telephone, hear and understand at normal levels and on the telephone, speak so that others may understand at normal levels and on the telephone, stoop, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis. Climb a 14’ ladder to hang lights.* **Hearing / Speech:** Must be able to effectively engage in one-on-one communication with guests, members, and customers and use a 2-way radio to communicate clearly and accurately with co-workers.* **Vision**: Must be able to accurately read instructions, reports, and log sheets. Must be able to work with computers and PDAs in varying light conditions.* **Literacy**: Must be able to produce, read and understand reports, including security, incident and police reports. Must be able to analyze and process written information from a variety of sources and effectively communicate content of reports.