On-Call Supervisor, Events A/V

Part-time, hourly (non-exempt) position based at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles (Wilshire, Pickford, and Fairbanks locations).

About the role

The On-Call Supervisor, Events A/V supports internal event production for non-exhibition audiovisual experiences at the Academy Museum and the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. This role leads event-day A/V staff and maintains audiovisual technology inside Academy Theaters and event spaces.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the A/V Lead for theater and non-theater activations.
• Supervise a team of AV technicians.
• Operate lighting consoles and digital audio consoles.
• Troubleshoot common audiovisual issues.
• Collaborate with event-day production and internal/external stakeholders to maintain the highest level of production excellence.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent certificate of completion.
• Minimum of four years as an A/V engineer or comparable experience.
• Minimum of two years leading a production team or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Dante and similar audio over IP technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate lighting and audio consoles.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel between Academy locations throughout the Los Angeles area.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and short-notice events.
• Comfort and ability to move and transport a minimum of 30 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Full vaccination against COVID-19, including any booster vaccinations as applicable (medical and religious accommodations available).

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in film production or technical theater.
• Dante Level 2 certification.
• QSYS Level 1 certification.
• Understanding of technical theater terminology.
• Experience with technical show calling or stage management.
• Experience as a lead in a client-facing role.
• Experience as a lighting, audio, or theater department lead.
• Experience in infrastructure fiber/data traffic.
• Project management experience supporting technical installations.
• Passion for cinema and cinema history.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in darkened theaters, electrical or server rooms, conference rooms, shared office spaces, and noisy or crowded environments.
• Work may involve heights, requiring the use of heavy machinery, lifts, scaffolding, or harnesses.
• Up to 30% travel time between Academy locations in the Los Angeles area.

Pay

$30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Clean Air Commuter Program.
• Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych Guidance Resources.
• Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning.
• Free Academy membership screenings.
• Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum.
• Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage.