Audio, Lighting and Video Technician

Audio, Lighting and Video Technician

This class assists and is responsible to the building principal for the successful utilization of all technical aspects of the Control Booth, and the Auditorium, with respect to any and all school productions.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems
Ability to prepare and maintain records, logs and reports
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and to work under deadlines
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Good technical understanding of electronic equipment and trouble shooting skills
Must have a strong background and knowledge of digital and analog audio equipment and operate a live control room workstation, operate router, and operate a production audio mixer
Must have experience in lighting and sound for a theater show/production
Technical problem solving skills
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours
Essential Functions:
Assist teachers with integrating sound and lighting design into their classes
Assist teachers with integrating scenic and costume design considerations into their classrooms
Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors
Develop lighting plots and sound packages for school performances
Maintain an inventory of all audio, lighting, and video equipment
Maintain, and keep up to date, the bulletin board for the flat screen TV in the front foyer, as well as all technical aspects related to it
Maintain, and keep up to date, whatever is broadcast over school TV monitors, as directed by the Principal
Maintenance and repair of equipment and ordering of replacement parts as needed
Manage and operate the lighting and audio equipment for school productions, and any other productions, as requested by the Principal
Maintain, improve, and troubleshoot all aspects of audio/lighting/video equipment while assisting and supporting various levels of end users
Offer support to teachers and students in the use of performance spaces
Provide technical assistance to all internal and external users of the school stages and performance spaces
Provide technical management for all performances by inside and outside groups
Send approved videotapes/DVDs to Sky Cable/Channel 16 in the manner requested by the Principal
Submit any videotaped end products to the Principal or Supervising Vice-Principal for approval before distribution of any kind
Supply teachers and other staff members with requested AV equipment and needs
Videotape and appropriately edit any and all school productions, activities and assemblies, as requested by the Principal, Supervising Vice-Principal, and the Integrated Arts Coordinator
Performs related duties as required
Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements:
Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.