Hourly Av Specialist

**Job Description**:
Do you have a passion for new and exciting nationwide business ventures? Would you love to be part of a team that’s set to expand from coast to coast in Canada? Do you want to play a crucial role in changing the landscape of entertainment in Canada? Now that I have your attention and have peaked your interest - let’s tell you a bit about this revolutionary new concept called **_The Rec Room_**.

The concept features a wide range of entertainment options: a large attractions area featuring state of the art simulation games, redemption gaming for prizes, and a variety of recreational games including luxury bowling, billiards, shuffleboard and ping pong. There is an auditorium-style venue offering live entertainment - musical acts, bands and comedians - and also features a theatre-sized, high definition screen for catching the game or watching a wide range of other entertainment programming. The Rec Room offers an upscale casual dining environment, featuring an open kitchen and a contemporary menu offering everyone’s favourites, as well as an “eatertainment-style” concept in the games area. A large centre bar area with adjacent stage includes impressive digital displays and serves as the gathering spot for watching the big game or other major events. The Rec Room integrates a cutting-edge interactive technology platform that enhances all aspects of the entertainment experience.

Cineplex Entertainment, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, is currently recruiting for the position of **AV Specialist - The Rec Room Barrie Park Place**, reporting to the Entertainment Manager. **This position will be based at The Rec Room Barrie Park Place located at** **8 North Village Way, Barrie Ontario**

The AV Specialist is responsible for the implementation of audio, visual and lighting production for Rec Room programming and hosted events. This is a technical position, allowing the opportunity to help execute a wide variety of events. The AV Specialist assists with the installation and maintenance of AV systems. S/he works with third party suppliers as required.

**Job Duties**:

- Provide technical support to a variety of entertainment offerings including music, comedy, screenings, interactive events, onstage conversations, corporate events and personal celebrations.
- Ensure consistent standard of delivery for AV services which are best-in-class.
- Maintain in-venue displays and Crestron controls.
- Provide excellent client services.
- Participate in regular maintenance program and ensure AV inventory is kept in a good state of repair.
- Appropriately handle delivery of materials to The Rec Room, internal and external.
- Complete reports on AV presentation for events.
- Work with service providers as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Strong AV experience in audio engineering, stage lighting and video presentation.
- 3-5 years’ experience in live event AV production.
- Degree or Diploma or degree in AV Production.
- High degree of familiarity with emerging trends in AV Production and interactive technologies.
- Excellent IT Skills specifically Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
- Efficient, consistent team player.
- Innovative Problem solving skills.
- Excellent Time management skills.
- An out-going, people-oriented personality.
- Familiarity with the local entertainment industry an asset.
- Excellent verbal, public and written communication.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Enthusiasm and adaptability.

**Work Conditions**:

- Ability to work evenings, weekends and additional hours as required.
- Ability to lift 50lb required.
- Will be required to work in an environment with elevated sound levels and low lighting conditions.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- This position is responsible for AV Services in a 35,000 square foot facility which requires full range of motion physicality, physical endurance and stamina to work each shift.
- Fast paced environment.
- Extended hours as required.

Additional Information
**Inclusion & Diversity**

**Life at Cineplex**:
Cineplex is synonymous with entertainment. Known as Canada’s largest and most innovative film exhibitor, we’re so much more than movies - operating The Rec Room, Canada’s favourite destination for ‘Eats & Entertainment’ and Playdium, specially designed for teens and families.

Proudly recognized as having one of the country’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we rally behind our values of Teamwork, Innovation and Excellence.

We are creative, curious and love thinking big. The next evolution of Cineplex starts here, with you.

Learn more about our businesses through the links below.

Cineplex | Cineplex Digital Media | | Cineplex Media | Cineplex Store | Player One Amusement Group | Playdium | The Rec Room | SCENE

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