Video Department Head – Vista, CA

Power Plus Productions was founded in 1984 and is a full-service event technology & production company specializing in audio, video, sound, lighting, staging, and rigging. The company is committed to providing experienced, efficient staff and the highest quality, up-to-date equipment for any production event. Whether contracted for full-service production from concept to completion or working as a production partner, the level of service is consistently professional and flawless. Headquarters is based in San Diego, CA with a second location in Salt Lake City, UT. Power Plus is also the parent company of BackBeats Backline, the largest backline company in the Intermountain West.

About the role

The Video Department Head reports directly to the Manager of Operations. This position manages a team of 3 to 6 technicians to plan, prep, and maintain the quality of video equipment delivered to shows around the country. Working closely with production management, other departments, and other video engineers to ensure consistent quality for every project. Selected candidate will assist/engineer shows as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the selection and design of video equipment responding to the needs of clients, based on budgetary guidelines and accepted technical standards
• Assist with creating and updating video plots
• Coordinate project requirements with other departments, clients, and venues, including equipment, rigging, power, labor, and shipping schedules as required
• Generate show-specific equipment Pull Sheets within inventory control software (FLEX)
• Work with Warehouse Manager and Technicians to ensure all equipment pulls, packaging, and labeling are accurate and in accordance with the pull sheets
• Unload, set up, tear down, and load equipment for shows as needed
• Direct video crews in show-site activities as required, maintaining workplace, project, and site safety
• Follow procedures pertaining to preventative equipment loss measures
• Maintain and service equipment as necessary, providing service logs and schedules
• Coordinate special projects, including research and recommendations for purchase of specialty video-related items for show applications
• Maintain sufficient equipment and supplies stock to ensure the on-going needs of the production
• Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and neat warehouse environment
• Provide training/tutoring for staff on your department’s procedures, including equipment preparation, set-up, operation, removal, QC, troubleshooting, and repair
• Assume duties of co-workers throughout the company as needed

Requirements

• Familiarity with video equipment
• Computer literacy including basic networking
• Math aptitude
• Project management
• Knowledge of warehouse operations
• A strong attention to detail
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and other departments
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and be proactive
• Experience operating a forklift and materials handling equipment
• Planning, organization, and problem-solving
• Knowledge of Barco switching systems
• Must be able to lift, carry, move, and place up to 50 pounds as needed
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment into trucks
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• High School Diploma or GED minimum, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Three plus (3+) years of experience in video production for live events, including hands-on experience with video switchers, processing, cameras, projection, screens, and LED video walls
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as CAD drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a respectful and positive work environment
• Ability to operate scissor lift and forklift preferred
• Travel up to 25%

Pay

The starting salary for this role is $90,000 a year.