Head Video/audio Technician

4 days ago

Vancouver, Canada The City of Vancouver Full time

**Requisition ID**:37805

**Organization**

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**Main Purpose & Function**
This position is specialized technical work involved in the operation, inspection, maintenance, repair and installation of stage and broadcast video equipment. The Head Video/Audio Technician, coordinates, operates and supervises crews working with in-house video systems, as well as overseeing contractors providing supplementary video services. The Head Video/Audio Technician will also be able to provide the above skills with the in-house audio systems, if required.

In addition, the Head Video/Audio Technician provides technical advice to lessees, organization representatives, and theatre management in order to ensure the optimum presentation of events and activities involving the theatres’ systems, imported systems or a combination of both.

This position will be based out of the Orpheum Theatre, but will be able and expected to work in all VCT venues.

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**
- Evaluates systems, equipment and fixtures with respect to operational demands and develops with supervisor, annual maintenance, repair, overhaul, replacement and upgrade plans and schedules.
- Performs and/or supervises maintenance, repairs, overhauls, installations and upgrades. Executes the proper storage and security of equipment.
- Provides internal and external users with a variety of advice and assistance on matters related to presenting events at the theatres. This work may include creating or adapting video, or audio designs, as well as temporary system (rental) designs, temporary distribution systems, etc.
- Maintains a positive relationship with clients through effective communication.
- Plans, coordinates and supervises event installations and operations; operates complex computerized and/or manual control systems and other equipment as required by the event.
- Ability to solve and trouble-shoot technical problems which may arise during an event.
- Supervises and coordinates the work of crews assigned, trains new and unfamiliar crew members and provides leadership in establishing high standards of operating efficiency, safe work practices and customer service.
- Assists other stage and/or theatre departments where required.
- Researches and provides information for budget submissions.
- Checks, maintains, orders and replaces stock and equipment and prepares and maintains records of work performed.
- Performs related work as required.

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience:

- Successful completion of a technical diploma or an equivalent level of experience.
- L.P.E.C. (Live Performance Electrical Certificate).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, techniques, electrical systems, equipment, fixtures, tools and materials utilized in the provision of video and audio services in theatre complexes.
- Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions required.
- Sound knowledge of all applicable collective agreements, codes, regulations, policies and operating. procedures governing the work performed.
- Ability to perform skilled maintenance and repair work on the equipment, fixtures and systems listed above.
- Ability to work from plans, drawings and sketches.
- Ability to meet, communicate effectively with and assist internal and external customers in achieving their objectives, and interact in a positive manner with a diverse clientele.
- Ability to effectively lead and supervise the work of large crews under demanding and pressured conditions; ability to work to deadlines and with irregular schedules.
- Ability to prepare and maintain records, material and equipment estimates and order same as required.
- Skilled in the use of a variety of tools, equipment, materials and systems involved in stage productions.
- Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule that includes nights and weekends.
- Understanding and knowledge of video and audio systems as they relate to theatre is desirable.
- Experience in electronics repair.
- Competent in working with networked systems in both Video and Audio fields.
- Competent and knowledgeable with BlackMagic Cameras and other BlackMagic video equipment.
- Competent and knowledgeab

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