Senior Remote AV Technician — Live Events & Streaming

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Audio-Visual Technician for a fully remote role in the Arts & Entertainment sector. You will handle setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AV equipment for virtual events and online productions.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of hands-on experience with professional AV systems, live streaming, and digital content creation, and can collaborate with clients remotely while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent certification in Audio Engineering, Broadcast Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience as an Audio-Visual Technician focusing on professional AV systems.
• Proven expertise in setting up and operating sound systems, video mixers, projectors, screens, and lighting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage setup, configuration, and operation of professional AV equipment for remote events and productions.
• Provide real-time technical support and troubleshooting for AV issues during live virtual events.
• Perform regular maintenance, calibration, and repairs of AV hardware to ensure optimal performance.
• Advise on and implement AV solutions to meet project requirements and budget constraints.
• Maintain an inventory of AV equipment and ensure items are in good working order.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for AV usage and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with event planners, producers, and content creators to understand AV needs.
• Stay current with AV technology including streaming platforms, digital mixers, and HD video systems.
• Assist with installation and integration of new AV systems as needed.

Skills

AV systems knowledge

Live streaming

Remote collaboration

Education

Diploma in Audio Engineering

Tools

Video mixers

Projectors

Lighting equipment

Audio recording software

Streaming platforms

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Audio-Visual Technician for a fully remote role in the Arts & Entertainment sector. You will handle setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AV equipment for virtual events and online productions.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of hands-on experience with professional AV systems, live streaming, and digital content creation, and can collaborate with clients remotely while meeting deadlines.