AV Operator

Harri; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

EAP Mental Health

Paid Vacation

BCBS Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

The Dalcy in Chicago is seeking Audio Visual Operators to support our private event space with a focus on lighting and video for night club operations and special events. The role requires 2 years of experience and flexibility for late nights and weekends.

Operators will manage state-of-the-art AV equipment, collaborate with artists and staff, and ensure high-quality visuals and sound throughout events at this venue within the Fulton Market District.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience required.
• Proficiently operate lighting and video systems for night club operations and events.
• Ability to work late nights and weekends; communicate effectively with staff and artists.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, load, test and playback image and video content from clients and artists.
• Setup, test and troubleshoot DJ/performance backline before opening.
• Program and operate lighting and music systems with content and room acoustics.
• Ensure system quality and report major malfunctions to supervisor.
• Provide technical assistance during events and artist changeovers.

Skills

Audio Visual Operations

Nightlife Event Experience

Light and Video Troubleshooting

Tools

grandMA2 Lighting

Resolume Media Server

Job description

Hiring Now: AUDIO VISUAL OPERATORS!

2 years of experience required.

A Few of Our Audio Visual Operator Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

The Dalcy is a private event space located in the historic Fulton Market District. Sharing it's space with Mediterranean Restaurant, Aba, the 6,000-square foot venue and 4,000-square foot rooftop patio is the ideal setting for cocktail receptions, weddings, social and business gatherings, and corporate events. The menu features a well-curated cocktail and wine program and chef-driven modern American fare.

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

AUDIO VISUAL OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Audio Visual Operators expertly operate lighting and video systems and provides technical assistance for DJs and musical talent for night club operations and special events.

Essential Functions

• Proficiently operate state-of-the-art audio visual equipment and special effects, including grandMA2 Lighting software and hardware, Resolume Media Server software, basic audio effects, busking lighting and video with music, LED walls, cryo effects, confetti, and lasers
• Work with artists, clients and staff to determine, operate and regulate formats, approaches, content, levels and mediums to effectively create various nightlife environments according to night club and event requirements
• Available to work a variety of days and shifts, including late nights and weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable light, noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant or night club, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Obtain, load, test and playback image and video content from clients and artists
• Setup, test and troubleshoot DJ/performance backline per their requirements before opening
• Program, operate, constantly regulate and make modifications to lighting, lighting with music and music systems, including input signal and room volumes
• Ensure quality by troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving system concerns or issues; promptly report major malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisor
• Advance, setup and operate AV for special events and parties as needed; provide technical assistance and supervision during artist changeovers
• Greet guests and artists with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest or artist challenges and respond to those needs with patience and courtesy
• Comply with all safety procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and act as a team player
• Other duties assigned as needed