Big Night Live - AV Technician

Big Night Entertainment Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Big Night Entertainment Group in Boston is seeking a part-time live events technician to support audio, lighting, and video for our venues. The role focuses on providing high-quality technical support during productions and events.

You will handle load-in/load-out, setup/breakdown, and assist touring crews, ensuring equipment is properly maintained and ready for shows while delivering excellent guest experiences. This position is ideal for hands-on professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in a similar role in high-volume live event production.
• Experience with pro audio, lighting, and/or video systems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs.
• Able to work in environments with moderate to loud noise and extreme lighting changes.
• Knowledge of digital mixing consoles and routing systems; Midas/Q-SYS experience preferred.
• Knowledge of professional lighting control; Obsidian Onyx experience preferred.
• Knowledge of professional video systems; Kramer routing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide audio reinforcement, lighting or video support for live events.
• Assist production crews as directed.
• Perform load-in and load-out of equipment and rentals as needed.
• Set up and break down all production equipment for events.
• Assist touring crews with gear and cables.
• Maintain and repair sound, light, video, and stage equipment.
• Work with visiting production crews to ensure successful shows.
• Operate audio/lighting/video systems across the venue.
• Cables and patching of microphones and DIs; assist with backline setup.
• Support production manager and live sound engineer with technical advances as needed.
• Assist with special events operations in various capacities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Tools

Midas/Q-SYS

Obsidian Onyx

Kramer video routing

Pro audio systems

Lighting control

Job description

Brief Description

• Providing audio reinforcement, lighting or video enhancement for live events
• Performing load-in and load out of band equipment and rental equipment when necessary
• Setting-up and breaking-down all production equipment necessary for the event
• Assisting touring crew with providing house stands, microphones, cables, etc
• Assisting with maintenance and repair of sound, light, video and stage equipment
• Interacting with visiting production crew to ensure a successful show by using strong interpersonal skills
• Operating systems pertaining to audio, lighting, and/or video throughout the entire venue
• Cabling and patching of microphones, DIs, and assisting with backline set-up if needed
• If necessary, assisting the production manager and live sound engineer with technical advance specific to your position
• Assisting with any special events operations in any of the previous mentioned capacity
• Other duties as assigned

Brief Description

• Providing audio reinforcement, lighting or video enhancement for live events
• Assisting production crews as directed
• Performing load-in and load out of band equipment and rental equipment when necessary
• Setting-up and breaking-down all production equipment necessary for the event
• Assisting touring crew with providing house stands, microphones, cables, etc
• Assisting with maintenance and repair of sound, light, video and stage equipment
• Interacting with visiting production crew to ensure a successful show by using strong interpersonal skills
• Operating systems pertaining to audio, lighting, and/or video throughout the entire venue
• Cabling and patching of microphones, DIs, and assisting with backline set-up if needed
• If necessary, assisting the production manager and live sound engineer with technical advance specific to your position
• Assisting with any special events operations in any of the previous mentioned capacity
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 1 year previous experience in a similar role in high-volume live event production
• Experience with pro audio, lighting, and/or video systems
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
• You are able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level and extreme lighting changes
• Knowledge and proficiency in digital mixing consoles and routing systems required. Midas Consoles/Q-SYS Processing systems experience preferred
• Knowledge and proficiency in professional lighting control required. Obsidian Onyx control experience preferred
• Knowledge and proficiency in professional video systems required. Kramer video routing experience preferred

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Hours

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential work functions.

• May be required to lift or move up to 75 lbs using proper lifting techniques and withstand long hours on your feet in a fast-paced, high energy environment with moderate to loud noise level and extreme lighting changes
• Non-typical office hours will be customary for this part-time position including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Summary

Big Night Entertainment Group operates some of the hottest, cutting edge restaurants and nightclubs in New England such as The Grand, Big Night Live and Empire. Fueled by driven, passionate people, Big Night is known for its consistent growth, cutting edge sophisticated design, superior cuisines and raising the bar in hospitality and service standards. Big Night is an employee focused company as recognized by our staff as the Boston Globe TOP place to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes team members with various backgrounds and experiences. We believe this enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout the community. All are encouraged to apply.

Big Night is always looking for talented, ambitious professionals to join our staff. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to superior guest service, we want you to join our team today.

Big Night Entertainment Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.