Sound and Video Technician, Intermittent

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Center is seeking Intermittent Sound and Video Operators for on-call work related to various events. The role involves setting up and operating audiovisual equipment, collaborating with event staff, and ensuring high-quality audio and video production. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in sound reinforcement and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Four years of audiovisual experience in sound reinforcement and production.
• Proficiency in digital audio mixing systems and presentation software.
• Experience in maintenance and operation of AV equipment used in live events.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sound systems and video equipment for events.
• Consult with clients and performers on audio and video needs.
• Mix and adjust sound reinforcement equipment during events.

Skills

Audio mixing

Video production

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About Seattle Center:

Seattle Center is the region's premier civic, arts and family gathering place in the core of our city and region, home to more than 30 arts, cultural, and entertainment organizations, family attractions, and tourist amenities. Our mission is to create exceptional events, experiences, and environments that delight and inspire the human spirit to build stronger communities. Seattle Center expanded its role recently beyond our well-known 74 acre campus, to serve as the City’s lead for operating Seattle’s new Waterfront Park, a series of new public spaces on Seattle’s downtown waterfront between Pioneer Square and the Seattle Aquarium.As a department of the City of Seattle, Seattle Center contributes to the quality of life for Seattle residents—and the region's economy and image as its top visitor destination.

About this Position:

Seattle Center, is seeking professional Intermittent Sound and Video Operators who are available days, evenings, holidays and/or weekends. Work opportunities are directly related to Seattle Center event schedules; hours of work will vary. This is on-call work with no guaranteed minimum number of hours.

• Set up and operate both permanently installed and portable sound reinforcement and recording systems; video, broadcast and recording camera operation, video projection, communication and ancillary electronic systems for a variety of events and performances including performing arts, concerts, corporate, and community events.
• Set up and operate presentation software such as PowerPoint and KeyNote.
• Design, fabricate, and install new systems and equipment.
• Consult with clients, performers, musicians, and stage managers regarding sound and video requirements. Communicate directly with performers, clients, and Seattle Center staff.
• Select proper microphones, speakers, mixing and amplifying equipment; mix and adjust sound reinforcement equipment during events.
• Work collaboratively with members of the production team, event personnel, artists, and presenters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years progressively responsible experience in professional audiovisual and/or sound reinforcement with AV and/or video productions or a service provider and two years in the repair and maintenance of electronic sound equipment (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Proficiency in operation of digital audio mixing systems, system control via Ethernet and proprietary networks, computer software (Mac and PC), wireless frequency coordination, video distribution, projection systems, production intercom, wireless microphones, and assistive listening systems.
• Certification in Dante Level 1, 2, and 3, Adamson Blueprint AV. Yamaha Digital Sound Reinforcement - Dante training course, Yamaha Digital PM10, and CL/QL training
• Experience mixing sound in a large venue for performing arts, concerts, lectures, or corporate events.
• Proficiency with acoustic prediction software.
• Wireless microphone dressing and maintenance experience.

• Experience with maintenance and operation of AV equipment used in live events and occasional broadcast of live events, including recording, streaming, and video feed set ups.
• Experience installing, and operating fiber optic infrastructure.

• Experience with digital video recording and editing systems, experience with digital audio recording and editing systems.
• Experience in professional theatre companies with increasing duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent teamwork, customer service and communication skills.

License, Certification, and other Requirements:

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Must have normal hearing acuity.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to maneuver safely and work on ladders and catwalks.
• Accept exposure to high sound levels, take safety precautions and follow procedures.
• Must be able to work nights, evenings, weekends and/or holidays and extended hours.

The full salary range for this position is $50.03-$51.89 per hour. Temporary employees begin at step 1, which is $50.03 hourly. Intermittent employees do not get salary step increases. You'll also get premium pay that increases the more hours you work. (Starts at an additional 5% on top of your base rate, up to 25%!)

This work is on-call work with no guaranteed minimum hours. Because Seattle Center is a 24/7-hour operation, 363 days/year - work hours will require: days, evening, weekend and holidays.

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. You must submit the following items to be considered for this position no later than 4:00 pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, July 1, 2025:

Completed NEOGOV online application.

Supplemental questionnaire responses.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To align with our commitment to equity and the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative, Seattle Center is collecting cover letters and resumes without personal identifiers to achieve a blind screening process.

Driving Record - A current, FULL driving abstract from the Department of Licensing submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Pre-Employment Physical - Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical.

Why work at the City?

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in dismantling racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and create and provide equitable processes and services. Seattle Office of Civil Rights)

To learn more about Seattle Center, go to www.seattlecenter.com/about