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University of Southern California Audio Visual Technician in Los Angeles, California
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Audio Visual Technician
The USC Office of Cultural Relations and University Events (CRUE) is seeking an Audio-Visual Technician with a strong background in video production to join its team. Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Audio-Visual Services, the Audio Visual Technician will operate and maintain event technology as it relates to live and broadcast events, especially those pertaining to video.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of event audio-visual systems and equipment, including sound, lighting, and video, and will be able to effectively communicate with all university stakeholders, and work independently across multiple projects and deadlines.
Responsibilities:
Work with the Senior Director of Audio-Visual Services and the Technical supervisor along with the CRUE Event Producers in executing a variety of university events including but not limited to presidential, developmental, and student-level events
Configure, maintain, and operate in live Audio-Visual installations, rehearsals, events, and strikes for on and off-campus events
Configure, maintain, and operate virtual event signal flows that support web streams, webinars, meetings, and other online programming
Configure, maintain, and operate video production equipment for Live and Broadcast transmission, including:
PTZ camera configuration and operation
Digital routing switchers and control systems
Timecode and various sync types
Peripheral broadcast equipment
Audio/Data dis/embedders
Frame Synchronizers
Converters/Scalers and distribution amplifiers
Assist with the Coordination of equipment rentals and schedules with AV vendors
Configure, maintain, and operate presidential teleprompting systems including static and rise and fall units
Conduct annual inventory and maintenance, including firmware updates of CRUE AV equipment
Assist in training CRUE students to support their role in setting up, operating, and maintaining all CRUE A/V equipment.
Assist in monitoring workflow for efficiency and timeliness and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlines and commitments. Structure staff and organize work in a logical fashion to ensure efficient operations.
Assist the Director of Audio-Visual Services with developing AV best practice learning materials and hands-on instruction for CRUE, Visions and Voices, and other campus partners.
Research new technology and provide recommendations on equipment upgrades
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words, and actions, a strong commitment toUSC’s Unifying Core Values: integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication, and accountability.
Qualifications
Proficient in professional live production systems (e.g. audio, video, projection, lighting, power distribution, rigging, and staging) along with Information and Communication Technology (e.g RF, wireless, local, and wide area networks, cellular technologies that use SDI, NDI, SRT, RTMP, RTP, and SRC protocols) used in telecommunication platforms
Experience in video switching live, broadcast, streaming, recording, and postproduction workflows
Experience with Shading and color correction of video signals and displays
Experience with integrated AV systems using Biamp, Dante, Crestron, Extron, AMX, and similar platforms
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required.
Strong organizational skills including the ability to organize resources
Ability to manage workload well and prioritize effectively when faced with multiple projects
Ability to respond/follow through quickly to problems and questions
Strong attention to detail
Ability to coordinate and maintain a complex calendar
Ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision
Ability to organize and coordinate special projects
Must have a sense of “protocol” with top-level executives
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Film or Television production or related fields
Minimum 3 years experience in technical direction and postproduction editing
Required Documents and Additional Information
Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents. Reference letter optional.
The hourly rate range for this position is $30.82 – $31.99. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six (6) months of employment; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
Minimum Education: Associate's degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Specialized knowledge of and experience with audio-visual and multi-media equipment. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
REQ20154423 Posted Date: 09/04/2024