Production Technician

Arizona State University • Tempe, AZ

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides administrative support for basic arts programming activities, such as scheduling events and coordinating with artists and volunteers. This role assists in the technical production of live events, operates and maintains production equipment, and installs various production components for different venues and events. The technician will also mix live audio, direct live video, maintain the safety and appearance of the production area, interface with clients, and transport production equipment. Tasks may also include using a university vehicle.

Requirements

• High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Must drive on university business and possess a valid US driver license upon employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in live video and audio production concepts and techniques
• Specialized knowledge of the operation of live event production technology, especially live streaming software, video switchers, PTZ cameras, audio consoles, microphones, and related components
• General knowledge of video signal concepts, formats, and mediums (HDMI, SDI, video over IP, .mov, .mp4, etc.), as well as signal distribution systems such as AMX by Harman
• Comfortable working on high ladders and in high positions

Responsibilities

• Assist in the technical production of live events
• Operate and maintain production equipment and assist in the maintenance of facilities
• Install video, audio, lighting, pipe and drape, and other production components in specific configurations for different venues and events
• Mix live audio using audio consoles, microphones, and related audio components
• Direct live video using a variety of configurations using video switchers, live streaming software, video production software, PTZ cameras, video cameras, and related video components
• Maintain the safety and professional appearance of the production footprint at live events
• Interface with clients to support their vision of each event
• Load, unload, and transport production equipment
• Perform tasks using a university vehicle and other related duties as needed

Benefits

• The job posting mentions " ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education..." and "All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law."
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• Employment Verification Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
• Background Check Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
• Fingerprint Check Statement: This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED