OPS Skilled Video Technician
About The Position
This position is open to candidates with a range of entertainment video experience, from those with limited hands-on exposure to experienced technicians. UFPA provides on-the-job training and mentorship to support the development of technical skills, expand knowledge of venue-specific systems, and encourage continued growth in theatrical video systems and practices. Part time OPS Skilled Video Technicians support UF Performing Arts production operations by assisting full-time staff and visiting productions in the load in, set up, operation, maintenance, and strike of theatrical events.
Requirements
- General working knowledge of equipment and procedures used in theatre and live show production
- Must maintain a calm and professional demeanor in interactions with guests, coworkers, and client users of the facility
- Capacity and willingness for strenuous manual labor with industry standard equipment and materials
- Successful teamwork with fast work pace and under intense schedule pressure
- Ability to work evenings/nights, weekends and holidays as needed and on short notice
- This position is open to all UF students eligible to work on campus.
- Employment is through student Other Personnel Services (OPS).
- Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and may work up to 20 hours per week.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with touring production in facilities of similar type and size
- Can be called upon to provide training and supervision of Part-Time OPS Stagehand crew
- Understands signal flow and basic pre- and post-production workflows.
- Is familiar with basic terminology as it relates to video production and projection.
- Ability to think for themselves to accomplish tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Can set up a modular operation station for running the different definitions of “Video/AV” that we provide to our clients.
- Has a very basic understanding of networking and networking protocols.
Responsibilities
- Work in close co-operation & communication with Technical Supervisors on the coordination of technical requirements of various events
- Assist in the production of live events utilizing various theatrical elements, video and projection devices, including Q-lab to achieve artist and/or client requirements for productions
- Assist Technical Supervisors with the inventory, maintenance, and repair of all technical equipment, including assisting in the cleanliness and organization of the stage and backstage areas
- Maintain a safe working environment at all times by following all established safety policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
