On-Call Supervisor, Events A/V

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid sick leave

LinkedIn Learning access

Free tickets and screenings

Employee discounts

Job summary

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is seeking an On-Call Supervisor, Events A/V to lead event day A/V staff and manage technology in Academy Theaters and event spaces. The role supports internal event production for non-exhibition experiences, ensuring high production standards.

The position requires evening/weekend availability, travel between Los Angeles locations, and strong experience with Dante and audio/video consoles. This is a part-time, hourly role based at the Los Angeles museum.

Qualifications

• A high School diploma or equivalent certificate of completion is required.
• A minimum of four years as an A/V engineer or comparable experience.
• A minimum of two years leading a production team or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Dante and similar audio over IP technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate lighting and audio consoles.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel between Academy locations throughout the Los Angeles area.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and short notice events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the A/V Lead for theater and non-theater activations.
• Supervise a team of AV technicians.
• Operate lighting consoles and digital audio consoles.
• Troubleshoot common audiovisual issues.
• Collaborate with event-day production with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain the highest level of production excellence.

Skills

Team leadership

Independent worker

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Travel between locations

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Film production degree (preferred)

Tools

Dante

QSYS

Lighting consoles

Digital audio consoles

Job description

• Troubleshoot common audiovisual issues.

Department: Academy Theaters

Reports to: Director, Events A/V

Job Type: Part-time – Regular

Job Classification: Hourly (Non-exempt)

Workplace Location: Los Angeles – Academy Museum, 8949 Wilshire, Pickford, and Fairbanks

Compensation: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Summary/Objective

The On-Call Supervisor, Events A/V supports internal event production for non-exhibition audiovisual experiences at the Academy Museum and at the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. This role is responsible for leading event day A/V staff and maintaining audiovisual technology inside Academy Theaters and within Academy event spaces.

Essential Functions Of The Job

• Serve as the A/V Lead for theater and non-theater activations.
• Supervise a team of AV technicians.
• Operate lighting consoles and digital audio consoles.
• Troubleshoot common audiovisual issues.
• Collaborate with event-day production with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain the highest level of production excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide event-day supervision to On-Call Technicians. This position does not have direct reports.

Required Competencies

• A high School diploma or equivalent certificate of completion is required.
• A minimum of four years as an A/V engineer or comparable experience.
• A minimum of two years leading a production team or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Dante and similar audio over IP technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate lighting and audio consoles.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel between Academy locations throughout the Los Angeles area.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and short notice events.

Preferred Qualifications

• A college degree in film production or technical theater is a plus.
• Dante level 2 certified is a plus.
• QSYS level 1 certified is a plus.
• Understanding of technical theater terminology.
• Experience with technical show calling or stage management.
• Experience as a lead in a client-facing role.
• Experience as a lighting, audio, or theater department lead.
• Experience in infrastructure fiber/data traffic.
• Project management experience supporting technical installations.
• Passion for cinema and cinema history is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Comfort and ability to move and transport a minimum of 30 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in a variety of settings, including darkened theaters, electrical or server rooms, conference rooms, shared office spaces, and noisy or crowded environments.
• Work may be performed at heights requiring the use of heavy machinery, lifts, scaffolding, or harnesses.

Travel: Up to 30% of travel time is expected for this position.

Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• 401k retirement plan with a company match
• Clean Air Commuter Program
• Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych Guidance Resources.
• Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning
• Free Academy membership screenings
• Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum
• Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage.