Coliseum Part-time Video Crew

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne is seeking part-time A/V Event Production staff to support arena events with cameras, audio, and scoreboard systems.

You will follow the director's cues, operate equipment, and assist with setup, maintenance, and on-site troubleshooting during nights and weekend events.

Ideal for students or retirees needing flexible schedules; prior camera or AV experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of relevant experience in operation of audio/video/studio equipment.
• Working knowledge of camera systems and control functions.
• Ability to take direction and work in a team.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate shoulder or fixed cameras during events to maintain quality live/recorded video.
• Operate switchers and control surfaces for video playback and camera shots; direct camera operators.
• Run replay system for slow-motion clips; keep pace with action.
• Run scoreboard display software for graphics and crowd engagement.
• Set up and strike AV equipment and cabling; calibrate color/lighting as needed.
• Maintain and diagnose broadcast/production systems in live environments.

Skills

Camera systems

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work flexible shifts

Tools

Camera equipment

Audio boards

Control switchers

Vector scope

Broadcast software

Job description

These positions feature event-based work schedules including nights and weekends, great as second jobs or for retirees and students.

Department: Coliseum FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Classification/Level: Part-Time Date: 12/2022

Under the Direction of the Technical Manager of Audio/Video Services, the part-time A/V Event Production staff will assist management and technical support with the arena scoreboard, electronic boards with Audio/Video production. This position is Not Covered (at-will) as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

Essential Functions

• Operates shoulder or fixed mounted cameras during events, including closely following the action, keeping the picture in focus to maintain a quality image for live and recorded videos.
• Operates the switchers and control surfaces for video playback and camera shots. Calling camera shots and directions for camera operators in the event area.
• Runs replay system for slow-motion playback of goals. Maintains focus and keeps pace with face-paced action for quick clip recalls.
• Runs Scoreboard display software for games/events. Recall graphics and media playback for crowd engagement.
• Sets up and takes down audio-visual camera equipment and cabling. This includes adjusting all necessary settings, including white and color balance, using vector scope on switchers.
• Maintains, diagnoses and repair issues related to broadcast and production systems in live studio and broadcast environments.
• All other duties as assigned by the Event Manager or other members of senior management.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of camera systems and control functions, including operations and basic troubleshooting of video equipment required
• At least two to three years of relevant or similar work experience in the operation of audio and video telecommunication/studio equipment
• Experience using camera , audio boards, control switchers, audio-visual camera equipment and cabling
• Ability to take direction as given by the director or producer
• Work well in a team to complete tasks and goals given to the AV production team
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends to work events
• Requires good working knowledge and the ability to use basic computer knowledge of windows operating systemsAbility to stand, sit, crouch, and hold up to 30 lbs. for long periods of time

Personal Work Relationships

The A/V Event Production staff maintains frequent contact with other employees, promoters, exhibitors, vendors, clients and guests of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.

Working Conditions

The A/V Event Production staff work in a standard office environment with the ability to move about freely with frequent sitting, typing, finger dexterity, color distinction, attention to detail, visual inspection, hand/eye coordination, and hearing. Some lifting up to thirty pounds, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, grasping, holding, writing, and speaking are to be expected. The A/V Event Production staff have frequent exposure to extreme noise and some dangerous equipment, forklifts, heavy equipment, and confined spaces.

Supervision

None

Licensing

None

Immediate Supervisor

Technical Manager of Audio/Video Services

Hours

Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends to work events