Audio Visual Technician

Herschend is seeking an experienced Audio Visual Technician to support live performances and private events in our newest hospitality venture, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel in downtown Nashville.

Summary of Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Serve as primary audio/visual equipment operator for live performances and events.

Provide day-to-day technical and operational needs for sound, lights, video and backline equipment required for live performances and events.

Work with venue leadership to coordinate onsite production during events, providing stage direction when needed.

Advance show and production needs with client or artist teams for public and private events.

Assist team and department lead in preventive maintenance and repair of all audio-visual and lighting equipment.

Report equipment technical issues to department lead or production manager.

Assist visiting artists with equipment load-in, set-up, tear-down, and load-out of event production equipment.

Interface with technical services and vendors, IT staff and other departments concerning technical systems.

Maintain operational understanding of current audio/visual/lighting/backline technologies and production vendors.

Ensure that all equipment is used and stored safely, in accordance with proper industry standards, from the load-in through the load-out.

Maintain a safe and secure environment for artists, clients, employees, etc., ensuring that all codes, laws, regulations, and emergency procedures are followed.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.

2+ years of experience working with an audio/video team for performance venue, hotel or touring and/or recording industry.

Working knowledge of music, acoustics, stage lighting, and video engineering.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Flexible schedule, able to host site inspections and support events and concerts at any time during a seven‑day a week period.

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