Senior Manager, Audio Visual, SNFL

The New York Public Library•New York, NY

12d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library/SNFL is the largest circulating library in the NYPL system. This library is a vital hub for library patrons in and around the City of New York and serves as a bridge between our neighborhood libraries and in-depth research library collections. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position is responsible for managing audio/visual production and technological needs for a range of events and services in SNFL, including flagship evening programmatic activities. This position will coordinate with programming staff and internal departments to determine audiovisual and technological requirements, assist to ensure staffing and equipment needs are met, manage/perform the setup and operation of technology for any event, and perform staff and public technology training and assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
3-5 years management/supervisory experience
7-10 years working professionally in audio visual settings and event productions in a fast paced environment, with meticulous attention to detail and superior organizational skills
Experience with directing, and setting up video and audio for live stream broadcasting/recording of live events and meetings, both in person and remotely
Experience with audio and video editing software, primarily Adobe Creative Cloud
Experience with focusing professional lighting fixtures for stage lighting
Audio engineering for live events at front of house, Including operating and configuring wireless mics, wiring sound systems and stages for: discussions, panels, speeches, meetings, readings, film/video screenings and presentations, music and live performance
Proficient with software such as PowerPoint, Keynote, Zoom, Google Meets, YouTube, OBS, and similar presentation and meeting applications
Knowledge of industry standard AV equipment, software, and tools
Listens and communicates well, seeks mutual understanding, and welcomes the sharing of information fully
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite
Manage multiple demands, shifting priorities and rapid change. Adapts strategies and tactics to fit fluid circumstances

Nice To Haves

Learn Project Management best practices and tools
Keep up to date with advances in the field
Understand the core roles and responsibilities that the AV team contributes to the operation of the Public Programs team and NYPL as an institution

Responsibilities

Manage AV equipment inventory, contracts, and scheduled maintenance
Support branch and program staff. Answers SNFL-related tickets from staff who need A/V assistance or advice
Train, manage, and schedule a team of full-and part-time AV technicians
Train, manage, and schedule a team of hourly computer technology aides
Coordinate with colleagues on live event production logistics
Organize, schedule, and track accessibility services for programs. Works with captioners, ASL interpreters, and other forms of accessibility
Make decisions related to production needs in coordination with the Facilities Department and Security teams
Engage with cross-functional teams and Senior Leadership
Participate in the hiring process related to new AV and technology roles. Includes interviewing and decision making for procurement of new team members
Manage SNFL room reservations
Provide expert AV consultation to branch staff across NYPL
Production manager administrative responsibilities include planning, executing, and distributing work orders and production schedules and other event day specific production documentation
Participate in information-gathering and decision-making around AV (in particular video) considering industry best practices while operating in an environment of limited resources and possibly conflicting needs and goals
Perform other related duties as necessary