Video Director (Part-Time Stage Crew)

MN Orchestra • Minneapolis, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Video Director provides technical support and expertise in video recording, production, and related technology to support Minnesota Orchestra and Live at Orchestra Hall concerts, as well as venue event production. The position works closely with artistic planning, digital media, and orchestra operations staff, along with outside vendors, contractors, designers, technicians, and Minnesota Orchestra stage crew. Duties vary by project and may include director, engineer, technician, or camera operator responsibilities. The position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement, and successful applicants must join IATSE, Local 13 as a condition of employment.

This is a regular, part-time, non-exempt union position based on site at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis. It requires in-person presence before, during, and after concerts and events; remote or hybrid work is not offered. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required according to the performance and event schedule. The position reports to the Director of Orchestra Operations and has no direct reports.

Requirements

• Applicable training and hands-on experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Familiarity with concert, conference/convention, and/or entertainment environments.
• Ability to work under pressure and as a team player.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with others to identify and solve issues.
• Experience with and familiarity operating and troubleshooting advanced video systems, specifically Ross Video equipment and software, including cameras, graphics, rendering, control, monitoring, switching, and infrastructure.
• General knowledge of IT industry practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially OneDrive, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams, and capacity to learn ArtsVision calendar software.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of comparable experience, with demonstrated knowledge of video and recording systems.

Responsibilities

• Fill video production and recording roles as assigned, including director, engineer, technician, and camera operator, with responsibilities varying by project.
• Support the Technical Director, Digital Media team, and Information Technology staff in maintaining video production and recording equipment, infrastructure, and media storage.
• Attend in-person and hybrid meetings scheduled for activities requiring media recording.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Orchestra Operations, Artistic Planning, and Digital Media staff on media recording activities and advance preparation for concerts, venue rentals, and activation events.
• Support stage crew in preparing and executing media recording for production-intensive programming, special events, and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits as provided by the collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed