Av Technician

Motionworx (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative technology studio in Pretoria is seeking two full-time AV Technicians to manage live virtual productions. The role entails operating various platforms, troubleshooting, and collaborating closely with creative teams. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in AV production, a strong understanding of workflows, and excellent communication skills. This is an on-site position offering a base salary plus bonuses linked to performance.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to state-of-the-art technology

Stock option opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in high-end AV production, live events, or broadcast environments.
• Strong understanding of audio, video, and streaming workflows.
• Capable of working calmly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor live virtual events using NOVA and Virtual Meeting Platforms.
• Manage technical setup for each event including video and audio.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly during live sessions.

Skills

High-end AV production

Live events

Technical troubleshooting

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Adobe Premiere Pro

Unreal Engine

Job description

AV Technician (x2)— Motionworx / NOVA Location : Pretoria, South Africa (On-site) Salary : R25, per month plus performance-based bonuses Start Date : January

About Us

Motionworx is a leading creative technology studio that merges cinematic storytelling, design, and real-time production to craft immersive virtual experiences for global brands. Our flagship platform, NOVA, is redefining virtual engagement - helping companies deliver visually powerful and highly engaging presentations and live virtual events. We are seeking two AV Technicians to join our Pretoria-based team full-time.

The Role

These individuals will play a crucial role in delivering seamless, high-quality virtual events and managing the technical execution behind our most important client productions. As an AV Technician, you will be responsible for running and supporting live virtual productions and recorded sessions for corporate clients. You'll work closely with our creative and production teams to ensure that every event meets the highest technical and visual standards. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering flawless technical execution for high-profile clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor live virtual events using NOVA, Virtual Meeting Platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.) and Unreal Engine.
• Manage technical setup for each event, including video feeds, audio, and presentation integration.
• Coordinate with presenters and a multi-disciplinary creative team to ensure smooth delivery.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly during live sessions and maintain professional communication with clients.
• Perform pre-event checks, system testing, and post-event quality assurance.
• Assist in maintaining and operating studio equipment.
• Support content playback, cueing, and event transitions during live or recorded sessions.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in high-end AV production, live events, or broadcast environments.
• Strong understanding of audio, video, and streaming workflows.
• Proficiency with virtual event platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, OBS, or similar).
• Working knowledge of production software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects is a plus.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or real-time graphics systems advantageous but not required.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure) is highly advantageous but not required.
• Calm under pressure and able to think on your feet during live sessions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work from our Pretoria studio and occasionally after hours for international events.

What We Offer

• Full-time, on-site position at our Pretoria studio.
• Base salary of R25, per month, plus performance-based bonuses linked to successful event execution and overall client satisfaction.
• Opportunity to work with international clients and world-class creative teams.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art AV and virtual production technology.
• A supportive environment where precision, creativity, and professionalism are valued.
• Career growth opportunities within a fast-evolving creative technology company.
• Stock option opportunities: team members who prove themselves over time will have the chance to earn stock options.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short motivation explaining why you’d be a great fit for the team. Email: Application deadline: 12 December