Live Video Engineer — Orchestrate Show Visuals

Curated Events See Hear Productions; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Curated Events in Covington, LA seeks a Video Engineer to ensure premier visual experiences at live events. The role directs video system setup, calibration, operation, and on-site troubleshooting to support performers and audiences across venues.

The position requires 5+ years in live video, experience calling events, and proficiency with switchers, LED processors, and PTZ cameras. Expect travel and irregular hours including evenings and weekends in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in Video Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Proven 5+ years as a live video engineer in concerts, festivals, corporate events or theatres
• Experience calling events and directing camera positions
• Expertise with switchers, LED processors, scan converters and scalars
• Advanced networking, signal types, routing and standards knowledge
• Experience with camera and remote PTZ systems
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure in live environments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings/nights and weekends
• Willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Direct the construction, calibration, operation and strike of video systems for events
• Participate in pre-production QC and system specification for inventory pull
• Set up and operate video systems for shows
• Develop routing schemes as required and troubleshoot issues
• Maintain and repair video equipment to ensure proper function
• Communicate effectively with clients, artists, engineers and reps
• Lead and mentor video technicians and support staff
• Ensure safety compliance and adhere to regulatory standards
• Adapt to changing live environments and schedule constraints
• Perform other show/shop support tasks as needed

Skills

Live video engineering

Event cue calling

Troubleshooting

Communication

Flexible hours

Travel readiness

Team leadership

Camera systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or certification in Video Engineering

Tools

Video switchers

LED processors

Scan converters

Scalars

PTZ controls

Job description

Curated Events in Covington, LA seeks a Video Engineer to ensure premier visual experiences at live events. The role directs video system setup, calibration, operation, and on-site troubleshooting to support performers and audiences across venues.

The position requires 5+ years in live video, experience calling events, and proficiency with switchers, LED processors, and PTZ cameras. Expect travel and irregular hours including evenings and weekends in a dynamic production environment.