Audiovisual Consultant

Charcoalblue•New York, NY

14h•$70,000 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Audiovisual Consultant to join our Theater Consulting team in the Americas. Within Charcoalblue, the Theatre Consulting Americas (TCAM) Business Unit provides design consulting in the areas of theatre planning, theatre design, and technical systems design for a variety of project typologies. Our Americas team spans across New York, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Southern California, and the San Francisco Bay Area. You will report to an Associate Director or Director in the U.S. who will manage project assignments and workload.

Requirements

Minimum experience of two (2) years working as an audiovisual systems designer; likely in some combination of performing arts and architecture.
Served as primary audiovisual systems designer for completed projects in the design, documentation, construction, and commissioning phases.
Can demonstrate the creation of contract documentation for the audiovisual systems on new construction or architectural renovation projects in North America.
The ability to self-manage and set work plans for the successful delivery of work against deadlines with minimal input from management.
Familiarity with the standard suite of Microsoft Office products is essential.
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and / or Bluebeam.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Experience with computer-aided drafting/design (CAD).
Proficiency in REVIT, or the ability to quickly learn and apply it, is required.

Nice To Haves

An expert level of detailed knowledge about audiovisual technology and systems integration.
A practical knowledge of audio and acoustic theory, as well as visual media fundamentals.
Experience and interest in live performance, broadcast, and/or events.
CTS certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of design, documenting, and commissioning AV systems on our projects, working as part of our project teams which can include theatre designers, lighting designers, stage equipment designers, and acousticians to deliver holistic, client-focused design solutions.
Support the design, documentation, and delivery of audiovisual systems across a range of project types.
Coordinate with theatre, lighting, stage equipment, acoustic, architectural, and engineering teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
Meet with clients and project teams to understand AV needs, project goals, budgets, and building impacts.
Develop conceptual AV system solutions, narratives, budgets, drawings, BIM documentation, and specifications.
Communicate AV system functionality and design intent clearly to clients, designers, technicians, engineers, and other stakeholders.
Assist with cost estimating, value engineering, and design revisions while clearly identifying impacts to performance and functionality.
Participate in site visits for existing conditions review, construction progress, commissioning, witness testing, and related project needs.
Work with Team Leaders to define project work plans, deliverables, and priorities.
Contribute to the development of Charcoalblue’s internal design standards, technical resources, and knowledge sharing.
Serve as a developing resource within the team for audiovisual technologies relevant to our projects.

Benefits

Laptop and any other associated IT peripherals required for the role.
Contributions towards home internet and utilities.
401K plan (employee contributions only). Employer contributions begin after two (2) years of service.
Life insurance cover.
Short Term Disability.
FSA/Dependents’ Care plans.
Company healthcare plan.
Allowance for live event tickets each month.
Bonus plan (subject to company performance).
Regular check-ins with line manager.