Production Technician

Missouri Historical Society; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Missouri Historical Society is seeking a part-time Production Technician in St. Louis, MO, to provide high-volume, detail-oriented staging and technical support across audio, video, lighting, and live production for events and presentations.

The role requires handling equipment setup, operation of lighting and sound boards, and quick troubleshooting, with flexible weekday and weekend availability to match event needs.

Qualifications

• Completed at least a 2-year vocational program, Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in audio/video production, theater studies, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of PC/MAC applications, LIVE audio/video production, and editing software a plus.
• Flexible availability: at least three weekdays 6am–4pm, three weekday evenings 4pm–11pm and one weekend 9am–7pm per week; schedules vary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and safeguard production equipment.
• Deliver, set-up and breakdown equipment for presentations and events.
• Operate lighting boards, audio mixers, microphones and LIVE production switchers.
• Perform technical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to details

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Brand standards

Production support

Education

Vocational program or 2-year/Associate in related field

Job description

Production Technician# Production TechnicianMissouri History Museum - St. Louis, MO 63112## OverviewSalary Range$18.00 - $20.00 HourlyPosition TypePart Time## DescriptionThe Missouri Historical Society seeks a part-time Production Technician who can work in a fast-paced environment with high volume of work that requires high attention to details and strategic thinking. Production Technicians provide high-quality staging and technical support at Missouri Historical Society properties. This includes but is not limited to audio, video, lighting, and stage production.**Duties/Responsibilities:**• Maintain and safeguard the institution's production equipment • Deliver, set-up and breakdown equipment for presentations and events • Operate lighting boards, audio mixers, microphones and LIVE production switchers • Perform technical maintenance and troubleshooting • All other duties as assigned## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** Completed at least 2 years of vocational program, Bachelor's degree, or Associate's Degree in audio production, video production, theater studies, or related field preferred* Knowledgeable of PC and MAC based applications and connectivity, LIVE audio and video production; audio and video editing software* Flexible availability: Must have availability at least three weekdays per week [6am-4pm], three weekday evenings per week [4pm-11pm] and one weekend [9am-7pm] each week. Schedules vary each week based on needs**Skills:*** Reliability* Orientation to details* Ability to assess needs and strategize in the moment* Dedication to upholding brand standards* Excellent communication skills* Ability to work among a team effectively* Understanding of current best practices for production**Disclaimer**This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required. The Missouri Historical Society reserves the right to add to, remove or modify this job description at any time. This includes the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed. The Missouri Historical Society also reserves the right to release or delete this position at any time.