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Encore Global

Union Sr Audio Visual Tech - Waldorf Astoria New York

Encore Global, Uniondale, New York, United States

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Qualifications

Proficiency in 2 of the following disciplines: Audio, Video, Lighting, and LED. This will be identified through successfully passing the written exam and then evaluation in practical application.

Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.

Flexibility in schedule

Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

10+ years of event technology experience with specialty in Audio, Lighting, Projection, or Video is required.

4-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.

Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse work force, customer base and senior level management.

Strong customer, client and coworker interface experience and abilities.

Self-starter/works independently.

Technical Qualifications

Perform all digital audio console applications including but not limited to:

Workbench programming and monitoring

Live scan and Axient frequency

Antenna Distribution System setup

Wireless microphone frequency setup

FCC frequency regulatory expertise

Ability to mix large productions to include digital audio consoles

IP based audio source and destination programming and maintenance

Sound shaping, frequency identification and isolation

Multi-page fader programming

Minimum 64 input programming

Band ensemble configuration

Multiple destination sub-mix and mix minus digital audio routing

Frequency monitoring

Line Array Calculation, Setup, and Maintenance

Audio shaping

Beam steerable Line Array setup and maintenance

Audio delay calculation and implementation

Wired and wireless intercom programming

Network signal setup, monitoring, and maintenance

Multi-channel intercom programming

On-site and remote intercom integration

Recording

Level and audio feed management

Recording standards expertise

Multi-format audio codec expertise

Audio processing and editing expertise

Streaming

RTMP encoding expertise

Multi-destination audio mixing

Perform all projection and video capabilities including but not limited to:

Projection

4k image map

4k image blend

Converging projection

40k projector programming configuration

8k Display Management

Programming

IP Mapping and networking capable

16/6 Matrix switching

LivePremier and Alta 4k program certified

8/4 Split Layer management

Content Color grading/matching

IP output formatting

Color space management

Recording

Program/ISO recording capable

Video Record standard expert

Multi-layered record formatting

Post video editing through software

Streaming

HLS, IPTV, OTT programming and management

Multi-stream key over RTMP programming.

Camera

Color Variation production shading

Tally/Genlock live camera utilization

PTZ camera operation

Shot composition

Vectorscope/wave monitor expert

Proficient in performing all lighting console capabilities including but not limited to:

Syntax based programming

100+ lighting unit programming

DMX over ethernet

multi-universe programming (16)

parameter management

color temperature control

FX programming

intelligent lighting fixture preparation

multi-cue programming (100+ cues)

dimmer patching

fixture profile management

timecode syncing,

media server control

light metering

Proficient in performing all LED Wall and Media Server Capabilities including but not limited to:

Processor Programming

non-standard display configuration

LED Wall Ground Support Ballast requirements

video content transcoding

Mapping/Masking

timeline-based editing

remote control surface

fx programming

redundancy programming

timecode syncing

8k Display Management

computer graphics card configuration

General AV Tech work as needed.

Equipment Operation

Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of all audiovisual equipment including what is listed in the technical qualifications section.

Troubleshoots technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.

Complies with all Company security and safety measures.

Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.

Performs advance work (pre/during/post event) with operations and sales leadership.

Customer Service

Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.

Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.

Collaborates with internal team on event solutions pre-event and during event to ensure the best possible customer satisfaction.

Understands and fosters the hotel/client relationship.

Equipment Maintenance

Assists team with proper security, storage, inventory, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

10+ years of event technology experience with specialty in Audio, Lighting, Projection, or Video is required.

4-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.

Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse work force, customer base and senior level management.

Strong customer, client and coworker interface experience and abilities.

Self-starter/works independently.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Competencies Deliver World Class Service

Hospitality

Ownership

Do The Right Thing

Demonstrates Self-Awareness

Drive Results

See The Big Picture

Decision Quality

Manages Complexity

Value People

Collaborates

Physical Requirements Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency options consist of: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally and Never.

Physical Requirements

Sitting:

2-3 Hours

Standing:

4-5 Hours

Walking:

4-5 Hours

Stooping:

2-3 Hours

Crawling:

2-3 Hours

Kneeling:

2-3 Hours

Bending:

2-3 Hours

Reaching (above your head):

2-3 Hours

Climbing:

0-1 Hours

Grasping:

4-5 Hours

Lifting Requirements

Lifting 0 - 15 lbs:

Continuously

Lifting 16 – 50 lbs:

Frequently

Lifting 51 - 100 lbs:

Occasionally

Lifting Over 100 lbs:

Occasionally

Carrying Requirements

Carrying 0 - 15 lbs:

Continuously

Carrying 16 – 50 lbs:

Frequently

Carrying 51 - 100 lbs:

Occasionally

Auditory/Visual Requirements

Close Vision:

Continuously

Distance Vision:

Continuously

Color Vision:

Frequently

Peripheral Vision:

Occasionally

Depth Perception:

Frequently

Hearing:

Continuously

Pushing/Pulling Requirements

Pushing/Pulling 0 - 15 lbs:

Continuously

Pushing/Pulling 16 – 50 lbs:

Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 51 - 100 lbs:

Frequently

Pushing/Pulling Over 100 lbs:

Occasionally

Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment Hotel

Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Working times will include irregular hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.

The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range: $30.65 - $30.66

The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

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