Senior Venue Technical Operations Lead

ARTECHOUSE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

ARTECHOUSE Houston is seeking a Technical Operations Manager to oversee the installation, maintenance and operation of our location's audiovisual and exhibit systems. You will coordinate production, strikes, load-ins, and on-site support for the Studio and Visitor Experience teams.

You will manage 1-2 direct reports, collaborate with contractors and vendors, and train the team on best practices. The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong communication, and a proactive approach to keeping

Qualifications

• 8+ years in production environments with AV and live shows.
• 5+ years of team management.
• Strong knowledge of AV equipment, networking, media software, projection and lighting.
• Experience with electrical and HVAC facilities is a plus.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, nights and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the technical startup and shutdown procedures of the exhibits are solid and smooth.
• Develop daily operational procedures in collaboration with the Studio and the operation team.
• Support the operations team with troubleshooting and reach out to the necessary point person for further support as needed.
• Troubleshoot and solve technology and technical based challenges.
• Lead production-based notes for the ongoing exhibit (AV, scenic, lighting, or software related).
• Provide onsite support for the Studio team and visitor experience team as needed.
• Keep production inventory up to date and organized.
• Support technical issues and difficulties during strike and load-in of new exhibits or special events.
• Assist in planning of the strike and load-in process for the location for new exhibitions.

Skills

AV equipment

Team management

Live show production

Electrical & HVAC

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

ARTECHOUSE Houston is seeking a Technical Operations Manager to oversee the installation, maintenance and operation of our location's audiovisual and exhibit systems. You will coordinate production, strikes, load-ins, and on-site support for the Studio and Visitor Experience teams.

You will manage 1-2 direct reports, collaborate with contractors and vendors, and train the team on best practices. The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong communication, and a proactive approach to keeping