Production Technical Lead - Video Engineer

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical operational strategy for a team responsible for providing creative, high-quality and customized live event experiences through professional quality video, audio, lighting, and presentation.
• Provide technical consultation on technical broadcast approach and design of productions.
• Lead the development and documentation of best practices for all event spaces including production and technology configurations to ensure top level of production quality and consistency.
• Design the structure of preventative maintenance procedures and facility plans to ensure locations remain operationally ready.
• Perform and execute onsite quarterly and annual maintenance for all spaces.
• Serve as the primary escalation point of contact for all equipment troubleshooting, service and maintenance needs at the event location.
• Determine repair and maintenance needs and then facilitate resolutions to ensure operational readiness of client facility.
• Ensure all discrepancies are communicated and resolved to the clients’ satisfaction and in a timely manner.
• Oversee the implementation and continual development of a training program to develop personnel and ensure they have the skillset and knowledge to effectively perform their roles and provide recommendations and opportunities for advancing capabilities.
• Collaborate on the assessment and recommendation of solutions around technical and operational strategy of studio and event spaces based on production requirements.
• Provide guidance on post-mortems of webcasts and fully analyze what went right, what went wrong, and make recommendations for future improvements.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with team members to ensure alignment on event procedures, scheduling, and production briefs as required.

Technical Events

• Lead the production design, setup, and configuration of all necessary control room elements to ensure a high-quality event for client productions.
• Maintain all relevant hardware, equipment, and production assets and oversee testing and quality check on all items.
• Oversee the operational approach to fulfill the creative production needs for client events, including but not limited to:
• Technical directing
• Audio mixing
• Robotic cameras
• Virtual platforms
• Graphics
• Video playback
• Streaming
• Lighting design
• Teleprompter

Must-have skills & job qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the area of event production, broadcast, audio/visual and video production, or another similar field.
• 3+ years of experience in onsite, virtual, and hybrid live events.
• Video engineering and strategic technical management experience.
• Experience leading decision-making for control room equipment including video switchers, audio consoles, robotic cameras, and video playback software.
• Knowledge of virtual production and meeting platforms.
• A keen eye for detail with a knowledge of what creatively works well for broadcast production.
• Track record of being organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and working well in a team atmosphere, as well as having the capability to work well individually, is essential.
• Strong work ethic, self-direction, self-motivation, patience, persistence, and perspective.
• Excellent collaboration and customer relationship skills with the understanding of the importance of white glove service.
• Ability to work independently and be self-reliant in strategic execution of daily responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude during high pressure situations.
• Ability to communicate challenging aspects to clients while maintaining a high level of confidence and leadership.
• Consistent proactive preparation and timely responses to multiple channels of communication.
• Experience with Ross production environments and video switchers including Ultrix routers, Carbonite and Ultra switchers.
• Experience with audio production systems including Yamaha audio consoles, Dante audio routing networks, Shure microphones, and intercom systems.
• Familiarity with post-production software including Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro.
• College degree in video production, broadcasting, communications, or similar field.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Travel is required based on requirements and location of productions and service needs including meetings at client offices and AVI-SPL offices.
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform overhead work.

Why You'll Like Working Here

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental.
• PTO days (vacation, sick days, and personal days) and paid holidays.
• Enjoyable company culture.
• Training and professional development opportunities.