Senior Live Event Video Engineer & Team Lead

Curated Events See-Hear Productions; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Curated Events See-Hear Productions in Covington, LA is seeking a Video Engineer to ensure premier visual experiences for audiences and performers at live events. You will lead video system setup, coordination with artists and crews, and drive pre-production QC.

The role requires strong technical expertise with video equipment, the ability to troubleshoot under pressure, and willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in Video Engineering or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of live video engineer experience in concerts, festivals, corporate events, or theaters.
• Experience calling events, overseeing show technicians on cues and camera positions.
• Expertise with switchers, LED processors, scan converters, and scalars (Barco, Blackmagic, Novastar, Brompton).
• Advanced understanding of networking, routing, and standards.
• Strong knowledge of cameras and remote PTZ systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure and adapt to live environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; willingness to travel and work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Direct the construction, calibration, operation, and strike of video systems for each event.
• Participate in pre-production QC and specify systems for inventory pull and truck loading.
• Maintain safety and ensure compliance with standards.
• Supervise and mentor video technicians and support personnel.
• Communicate effectively with clients, artists, engineers, and reps.
• Set up and operate video systems as required for shows.
• Develop advanced routing schemes and troubleshoot video systems.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair video equipment as needed.
• Perform other collateral duties related to show and shop support.

Skills

Live video engineering

Calling events / cueing

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Irregular hours flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or certification in Video Engineering

Tools

Barco

Blackmagic

Novastar

Brompton

Video switchers

LED processors

Scan converters

Scalars

PTZ cameras

Job description

Curated Events See-Hear Productions in Covington, LA is seeking a Video Engineer to ensure premier visual experiences for audiences and performers at live events. You will lead video system setup, coordination with artists and crews, and drive pre-production QC.

The role requires strong technical expertise with video equipment, the ability to troubleshoot under pressure, and willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends, with occasional travel.