Video Streaming Specialist

Mesquite ISD; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 35,404 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD in Texas is looking for an IT technician to manage audio and video streaming systems, providing technical support and training to staff. This full-time role requires proficiency in various audio visual technologies and a valid Texas driver's license.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in installation and troubleshooting, with responsibilities including maintaining educational streaming equipment and supporting live events.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful experience installing audio and video equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot audio and video technical issues.
• Experience troubleshooting computer networks.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain streaming video systems.
• Monitor and ensure successful virtual streaming of announcements.
• Provide technical support and training on the equipment.

Skills

Proficiency in audio equipment

Proficiency in video equipment

Expertise in video streaming systems

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Exceptional public relations and interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver’s license

Job description

Information Technology Compensation Plan Salary Range: $25.70 - $37.00 /hour

Shift Type: Full-Time

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Audio Visual Supervisor

Employment Begins: As soon as possible

Primary Purpose

• Responsible for installation, configuration, and upkeep of audio and video streaming equipment and associated peripherals.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Proficiency in audio equipment, audio formats, and adherence to industry standards for audio equipment interface practices
• Proficiency in video equipment, video formats, and adherence to industry standards for video equipment interface practices
• Expertise in video streaming systems
• Familiarity with wireless casting systems
• Knowledge of digital signage technology
• Understanding of Bulletin Board announcement systems
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret schematics and signal flow diagrams
• Exceptional public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Have demonstrated successful experience in installing various audio and video equipment while maintaining or exceeding industry standards
• Have demonstrated successful experience in diagnosing audio and video technical issues and making appropriate repairs
• Have demonstrated successful experience troubleshooting computer networks

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for installation/maintenance of streaming video systems
• Responsible for installation/maintenance of digital signage systems
• Responsible for installation/maintenance of Bulletin Board systems
• Configuration and management of various streaming devices, including but not limited to Airservers, Chromecast, Rokus, Apple TVs, Mirrorcast
• Troubleshooting the school district's PEG (Public, Educational, Governmental) Channel to ensure uninterrupted broadcasting
• Monitor and ensure the successful virtual streaming of morning announcements, including audio and video components, to facilitate timely and effective communication with students and staff
• Troubleshoot virtual reality equipment to help integrate multimedia content into the curriculum, enhancing the educational experience
• Provide technical support and training to teachers and staff on the use of audio and video equipment
• Troubleshoot live streaming for school sports events
• Stay current with emerging audio and video streaming technologies and make recommendations for system enhancements
• Participate in emergency response and disaster recovery planning for audio and video systems
• Troubleshooting television issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

• Ability to work in high-pressure environment
• Work occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Communicating effectively in both oral and written form
• Complying with completion goals

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
• Required to climb, stoop, bend, and kneel
• Required to lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
• Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.