Livewire is hiring: Live Event Video Specialist in Fargo

Overview

Live Event Video Specialist position—full-time, 1.0 FTE, Exempt. Location: Fargo, North Dakota. Requires travel; company vehicle provided. Opening: Immediate.

Livewire, established in 1999, is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota and serves clients throughout the Upper Midwest and around the country. Livewire is an equal-opportunity employer and values the growth of arts in the communities we serve. If you are committed to client satisfaction, we will help you grow, learn, and thrive within our organization.

This role involves producing creative and engaging world-class events throughout the Upper Midwest, with responsibilities across video-related services for live event production, real-time video production, and post-event capture for editing and distribution.

Duties include

• Be a contributing member of the team with a positive, can-do attitude; encourage teammates to be successful.
• Collaborate with Clients, Project Managers, and Technical Directors to understand vision, needs, and potential issues related to venue, show flow, or logistics.
• Bring new ideas and technologies to client conversations to differentiate Livewire.
• Develop professional but sincere rapport with clients; attend client meetings as appropriate.
• Determine design and placement of video components for events/shows based on script, location, and talent needs.
• Source and locate additional equipment for rental or purchase as needed with vendor partners.
• Work with Operations Team to communicate budgetary, logistics, and sourcing needs.
• Direct crew to rig/place video equipment on-site; collaborate with other departments on-site as needed.
• Write cue sheets and cross-reference cues to the script/show flow; program equipment cues as needed.
• Other duties as assigned (keep workspace organized).

General Requirements

• Proven experience setting up modern and classic video equipment for live events.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to think critically on the job site.
• Ability to use video components to create engaging environments across platforms (projection, recording, streaming, etc.).
• Experience with rigging/trussing and event power standards.
• Knowledge of classic and modern video equipment, analog and digital, and best practices for projection on events.
• Strong computer and Internet skills; able to multitask and manage several projects.
• Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Current driver’s license or reliable access to/from the office.
• Ability to see projects through from concept to completion; able to climb ladders and operate lifts; ability to lift equipment.
• Authorized to work in the United States; able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Desired Software/Hardware Knowledge

• NewTek TriCaster Platform (Advanced Edition preferred)
• NDI and SDI routing protocols
• Livestream, Vimeo, and other streaming platforms
• Office 365 Suite
• Google Workspace
• Windows 10/11 Pro/Home; Mac OS
• Appropriate network protocols for office and event use
• LED video wall principles; heavy rigging and power standards
• Experience with various HD/4K+ cameras and related audio equipment

Helpful, but not required

• College or university degree
• Experience driving large vehicles such as cargo vans and 26’ box trucks
• ARTS time program (80 hours) to support non-profit/educational arts initiatives
• 15 days paid time off
• Out-of-town lodging/meals; company vehicles with fuel provided or mileage reimbursement
• Company-provided laptop and workspace; access to company SWAG

Questions

Questions? Send a message through our website at www.livewirenow.com or via the platform.

Thank you for your interest!

Additional information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Events Services