Texas Southmost College is hiring: Audio/Visual Technician in Austin

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Job Summary

Responsible for implementation of technical services, including events, audio-visual equipment, and relevant facility operations at the College, including the TSC Performing Arts Center, Jacob Brown Auditorium, SETB Lecture Ha. Oversees events to ensure that equipment and facilities are properly used within established operating procedures and contractual obligations. Assists with use of the facility by campus and community members for educational, cultural and public functions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Operates, maintains and safeguards the technical assets located at the TSC Performing Arts Center, Jacob Brown Auditorium, SETB Lecture Hall, Oliveira Student Services 2nd Floor open space and other campus locations, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities. Determines the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates. Assists with technical matters for the set-up, maintenance, and operation of lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance, music and other productions and projects. Assists in the recording and production of college, community and staff development activities through the use of audio, visual, video and photographic equipment. Sets up and operates video cameras, sound systems, lighting equipment, etc. Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions; may make minor repairs to audio, visual and video equipment or coordinate repairs with vendors. Orients facility renters and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics and other areas of facility operations; facilitates the use of the technical facilities by the resident company and other engaged by or renting the facility. Advises production managers, lighting and sound designers on the technical specifications of the facility to ensure proper implementation of approved technical designs. Monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; arranges for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; performs preventative maintenance on equipment. Maintains inventory and requests specialized supplies. Assists in evaluating capital purchase needs of technical equipment. Assists in the development of standard operating procedures to ensure that proper usage and safeguarding of facilities, assets and property of the College. Contributes to the overall success of department by performing all other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned. May handle sensitive and extensive confidential information. Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite. Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with college standards, policies and guidelines. Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed between coworkers, the supervisory chain, faculty, staff, students, and customers. Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored by Texas Southmost College ( TSC ). Supports the values and institutional goals as defined in the College’s Strategic Plan. Participates in the development of outcomes, monitors assessment of those appropriate outcomes, and assists in the development of plans of action for improvement based on the assessment of those outcomes. Participates in the process for systematic review and evaluation per the institutional effectiveness model adopted by the College. Working hours may include evenings, holidays or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Higher Education