AV/VC Events Technician

Milestone Technologies, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Technologies, Inc. is seeking an AV Events Technician to provide ancillary event support for large corporate events in Pleasanton, CA. The role involves starting in-room presentations, offering dedicated AV support, and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

You will set up, configure, and operate AV systems, act as the primary contact for AV items, and ensure high-quality audio and video for both in-room and streamed events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• AV equipment knowledge and understanding of current audio/video standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as event production A1 or A2, Graphics, or TD/switching as needed.
• Set up, configure, operate, and support event productions.
• Serve as primary point of contact for audio/video items at events.
• Ensure high-quality audio and video for streaming and space experiences.
• Follow run-of-show and coordinate with crew before and during shows.
• Test playback elements and manage gear configuration upgrades.
• Coordinate with presenters for mic placement and lav tracking.
• Reset space to pre-production standards after events.

Skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

Independent work

Communication

AV knowledge

Jargon simplification

Attention to detail

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Zoom

Google Suite

Keynote

Slack

Dante Controller

Smaart 8

Mbox

Qlab

Playback Pro

QuickTime

Job description

The AV Events Team provides comprehensive event support throughout the lifecycle of large-scale corporate events. Comprising individuals skilled in AV technical pre-production, equipment recommendations, and live event technical execution, the team is seeking an AV Events Technician to offer ancillary event support services. The role may involve assisting with starting an in-room presentation, providing dedicated technical support for in-room AV equipment, and potentially working flexible hours, including after normal business hours or on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as event production A1 or A2, Graphics, or TD/switching, depending on show needs
• Set up, configure, operate, and facilitate support for event productions
• Possess an advanced understanding of current audio/video standards and equipment
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all audio and video production items for events
• Ensure a well-produced event for both streaming and event space experience
• Use and follow the run-of-show document as a guide for proper show flow
• Partner with other crew members on the execution of elements both before and during shows
• Attend pre-show production meetings with the crew to review responsibilities
• Ensure testing of all show playback elements for proper playout
• Follow the event content closely to execute with maximum quality
• Be responsible for ensuring that proper audio levels and video feeds for records are precise
• Ability to program and operate switchers, graphics, mixers, microphones, and all ancillary audio gear
• Manage gear configuration upgrades and develop new show elements
• Work with presenters to properly place and track lav microphones
• Prepare, organize, and track handheld microphones and other equipment as needed
• Reset space after events to pre-production standards
• Communicate with Executive Leadership and corresponding support staff to facilitate high-profile events
• Work and communicate with clients (called users) and different departments within the company

Skills

• Detail-oriented and motivated self-starter
• Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
• Adaptability and ability to work well with varied personalities
• High level of professionalism and ability to be helpful and maintain composure under pressure
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance but willing to ask the right questions when needed
• Ability to simplify AV technical information or workflows for those unfamiliar with the jargon
• Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required; experience/skill level is considered
• Preferred Certifications: AVIXA CTS
• Previous experience working on corporate events in a corporate setting
• AV Signal Flow & Troubleshooting
• Familiarity with various AV equipment and systems including routers, switchers, recording devices, audio mixers, microphones, lighting boards, cameras, and software such as Zoom, Google Suite, Keynote, Slack, Dante Controller, Smaart 8, Mbox/Qlab/Playback Pro/Quicktime
• Note any equipment failures and report to the AV team