L!VE Technologies and dx Hiring for Web Stream Technician Job at Columbus, OH Full Time

L!VE Technologies is adding to our event production team with an experienced Webstream Technician. This full time position includes salaried compensation, robust benefit package available after 30 days, a company matched 401k account, and paid time off after 90 days. Read below for further details.

This professional will have a successful record of accomplishment in all technical aspects of virtual and web-streamed production for live and virtually produced events, meetings, concerts, and corporate theater. The Webstream Technician will provide daily assistance to the video and production department. The Associate will be responsible for the design of web streaming system systems and platforms, operation of production equipment including installation, control, load out, maintenance and design both in studio and at live event job sites. Macintosh and PC computer knowledge is required. The Associate must work at a timely pace with projects to ensure quality outcome and keep up-to-date records for time utilized. Requires excellent customer-service skills and professionalism when dealing with both external and internal customers. This position will also require working closely with other departments within the Live Event division.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with production and operations teams to design and detail streaming and platform solutions for virtual productions.
• Responsible for day-to-day technical duties within the Live Events Department. Position requires ability to multi-task numerous tasks working under deadlines.
• Prepare, package, transport, set up, operate and tear down video and streaming equipment as needed
• Assist warehouse staff to assure the proper amount of equipment is sent to each event in suitable working condition.
• Assist with loading and unloading of equipment as needed.
• Prepare and assist with the check in/out of equipment
• Maintain, update and repair streaming and video systems
• Direct and assist local crews, assembling and disassembling of all show equipment while maintaining a safe working environment
• Coordinate logistics with other Live Event departments.
• Record video and audio for documentation, preservation, and broadcast.
• Ensure professional quality is maintained with all audio and video signals in web streams and records
• Operate specialized and standard video camera systems, such as; HD Broadcast, Standard SDI Broadcast and ENG
• Maintain and repair specialized and standardized video equipment.
• Assist in operation (on jobsite) of related media materials for video, audio, photographic, slides and multimedia applications (such as Keynote and PowerPoint).
• Evening and weekend hours are required to accommodate varied work schedule.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Web-Stream Technician will be accountable to the Video Operations Manager. Secondary accountability will be to the other management team members of the Company.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience quoting, designing and controlling modern streaming platforms
• Requires a four-year degree in Video Production education OR equal on-the-job experience.
• 5 Years minimum experience or combination of training and/or education in Video as it relates to live performance.
• Experience Producing, Directing and Switching live event or broadcast productions
• Experience with IT and networked systems
• In depth understanding of video camera operation and related technology, operation of video switchers with the ability to use and understand various kinds of test equipment, tools, and meters.
• Position requires experience with general live event gear including: Video Switchers, Routers, Cameras, Computers, etc…
• Basic understanding of electrical principles, stage plots and basic computer literacy is required.
• Knowledge of audio as it relates to video and know the audio path with live audio / sound reinforcement experience.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, superior analytical, communicative, and creative problem-solving proficiencies to evaluate and solve problems in a timely manner.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be responsible, self-motivated, self-starter, personable and well organized.
• Superior customer service skills to deal with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse groups.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Office
• Ability to demonstrate planning, organizing and implementing skills which allow the successful completion of a project by a specific due date.
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations.
• Must be able to read and effectively interpret general business documentation.
• Valid and current drivers license.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Associate is required to stand, walk, climb, sit and use hands and fingers.
• Lifting of objects is required.
• Reaching, grasping and carrying activities also required.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Although most work is performed inside, occasional outside activities are subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations.

TRAVEL

Travel is required.

COVID-19

L!VE requires as a condition of employment for this position that a candidate be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. If a candidate is offered this position, such offer is contingent on the candidate providing proof of full vaccination status by the start date and maintaining a COVID-19 vaccinated status throughout their employment. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, L!VE will consider reasonable accommodations to a candidate’s inability to vaccinate due to disability or religious belief. L!VE’s consideration of potential reasonable accommodations does not guarantee commencement of employment.

All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.