Cinema Technician

Digital Media Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Digital Media Systems, Inc. (DMS) is seeking a Cinema Technician to support a broad client base in the New York metro area, including theaters, post‑production facilities, universities, and museums.

The role focuses on cinema AV from concept to creation, with ongoing operation and maintenance. You will diagnose AV issues, perform installations and maintenance, calibrate video/audio, and travel daily to job sites, with occasional out‑of-state assignments.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair AV equipment failures.
• Learn/train others and guide clients and technicians.
• Live-event technical service experience required.
• At least two years operating or servicing professional AV equipment.
• Understand AV schematics, signal flow and formats.
• Experience with AV and electrical test equipment (meters, analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc).
• Proficiency with Windows/macOS and basic office software.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose AV presentation and equipment failures.
• Provide remote and onsite support to staff and clients.
• Perform installations, repairs, preventive maintenance, firmware updates, and backups.
• Prepare and deliver digital content.
• Calibrate image luminance, color, geometry, focus, and audio levels.
• Maintain high presentation standards at events.
• Travel daily throughout the New York metro area; some overnight trips.

Skills

AV repair

Live-event support

Troubleshooting

Networking basics

Communication skills

Tools

Christie projectors

Barco systems

NEC

QSC/USL

AMX/Crestron

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Cinema Technician

Location: New York Metro Area

Established in 1978, Digital Media Systems, Inc. (DMS) is a recognized leader providing best-in-class audiovisual solutions to the motion picture, post-production, distribution, and broadcast fields.

Position Overview

The Cinema Technician is a full-time position that directly supports our efforts to provide world-class service to our wide range of clients, including commercial and independent theater owners, private and corporate screening rooms, post-production facilities, universities, museums, and more.

With a focus on cinema, you’ll work with a passionate and talented group of field technicians and installers to take commercial AV projects from concept to creation, and subsequently operate and maintain those systems, once in place. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose AV presentation and equipment failures.
• Provide clear remote and onsite support to technical and non-technical staff.
• Perform installations, repairs, preventive maintenance, parts replacement, firmware updates, and backups.
• Prepare and deliver digital content
• Calibrate image luminance, color, geometry, focus, equalization, synchronization, and audio levels.
• Maintain exceptional presentation standards at premieres, screenings, and special events.
• Travel daily throughout the New York metro area, with occasional out-of-state and overnight assignments.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose and repair electronic equipment failures.
• Ability to learn from, train, and guide other technicians and clients.
• Live-event technical service experience.
• At least two years of experience operating or servicing professional AV equipment.
• Understanding of AV schematics, signal flow, and current audio/video formats.
• Experience with AV and electrical test equipment, such as meters, analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and multimeters.
• Proficiency with Windows, macOS, office software, data entry, and research.
• Basic wired and wireless networking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.
• Availability for paid nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, use stairs, and climb ladders or scaffolding.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Christie, Barco, NEC, Sony, Dolby/Doremi, GDC, QSC/USL, or similar audio visual equipment.
• Knowledge of DSP, audio-over-IP, Q-SYS/Q-LAN, AES67, Dante, Crestron, Extron, or AMX systems.
• Familiarity with relays, contact closures, GPIO, and TCP/UDP control.
• Experience with digital signage or LED walls.
• Experience with equipment installation, including carpentry, rigging, and audio
• CTS or related certifications.
• Ability to read and draw design diagrams
• Computer Science experience
• Understanding of AC/DC power

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary: $70,000–$100,000+, based on experience.
• Performance-based annual bonus.
• Health insurance and 401(k).
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Training and advancement opportunities.

DMS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We provide audiovisual products, technology, support, and services to leading film studios, post-production companies, cinemas, and manufacturers.

Learn more at www.dmediainc.com.