Live Events Technician I: Sound, Lighting & AV

City of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Minneapolis is seeking a Production Technician to set up and operate sound, lighting, and audiovisual systems for events at the Minneapolis Convention Center. You will configure computer controls, patch gear, and ensure safe, efficient operations during performances and meetings.

Qualifications include an associate degree or related technical certificates and at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or certificates of education in Technical Production, Electrical or Computer Technology relating to duties of the position, or equivalent.
• Two years experience performing duties similar to those described above.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate lighting, sound, rigging, staging, audiovisual, theatrical, and other production equipment.
• Develop, input, and troubleshoot content and schedules for sound, lighting, monitor and marquee computers.
• Operate production sound, lighting and audiovisual systems during performances, meetings, and other required times.
• Patch, operate, and troubleshoot equipment into systems and infrastructure.
• Oversee temporary stagehands and outside personnel to ensure safety and productivity.
• Perform maintenance on equipment to ensure quality and safety.
• Assist in tracking and reporting labor and equipment usage and charges.
• Maintain records, reports, and inventory of departmental equipment.

Skills

Sound tech training

Electronics knowledge

Technical training

A/V and production equipment knowledge

Customer service skills

Computer software skills

Verbal and written communication

Team coordination

Physical lifting capability

Education

Associate degree or certificates in Technical Production/Electrical/Computer Technology

Tools

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Chain lights

Hand tools

Job description

The City of Minneapolis is seeking a Production Technician to set up and operate sound, lighting, and audiovisual systems for events at the Minneapolis Convention Center. You will configure computer controls, patch gear, and ensure safe, efficient operations during performances and meetings.

Qualifications include an associate degree or related technical certificates and at least two years of relevant experience.