Audio/Video (AV) Production Technician (Hoboken, NJ)

HumanSignal•Hoboken, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

HumanSignal is hiring a hands-on Audio/Video (AV) Production Technician to support in-person AI research recording sessions at its studio in Hoboken, NJ. The technician sets up, operates, and troubleshoots cameras, microphones, audio recorders, and related production equipment to produce high-quality, consistent recordings. The role is suited to AV or recording technicians, studio assistants, and technically inclined people who enjoy working with production equipment and solving problems. Prior professional production experience is a plus, but the company is also interested in quick learners who are tech-savvy, reliable, and comfortable following technical playbooks. This is an in-person, studio-based and field-based role in Hoboken, NJ, and surrounding areas. The schedule is up to 40 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend availability required. Contract duration will be confirmed during the recruitment process. Pay is $20 to $30 per hour, depending on relevant experience. Essential physical functions include standing and walking for extended periods throughout the workday and carrying approximately 20–30 pounds of field equipment between sets. HumanSignal will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.

Requirements

Tech-savvy and comfortable learning and working with different types of recording equipment.
Quick, persistent problem-solving skills and an interest in troubleshooting technical issues.
Ability to follow detailed technical instructions and established playbooks accurately and consistently.
Detail-oriented, with an understanding of reliable equipment setup and recording quality.
Ability to stay calm under pressure, troubleshoot methodically, and recognize when to escalate issues.
Dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to carry approximately 20–30 pounds of field equipment between sets.
Occasional evening and weekend availability is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with audio/video recording equipment, AV support, studio operations, or technical troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Zoom recorders, Insta360 cameras, DJI Mic systems, Sennheiser equipment, or multichannel audio recording.
Previous professional production experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate audio and video recording equipment according to established production playbooks and technical guidelines.
Work with condenser and dynamic microphones, Sennheiser systems, Zoom F3 and H3-VR recorders, DJI Mic systems, and Insta360 cameras.
Perform pre-session checks of equipment connections, recording levels, microphone placement, camera framing, and overall recording readiness.
Monitor audio and video recordings during sessions and identify potential quality issues.
Troubleshoot technical problems using established steps to minimize downtime.
Follow standardized recording procedures, equipment configurations, and quality checks to maintain consistency across sessions.
Manage recording files, verify successful transfers and backups, and follow data offload and equipment reset procedures.
Keep equipment organized, charged, maintained, and ready for upcoming sessions.
Work with the Director and Scene Assistant to support timely setup, scene transitions, and uninterrupted filming.
Document recurring technical issues, communicate challenges, and flag opportunities to improve playbooks and workflows.