Video Department Manager bei Solotech Inc.

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To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. Find out more at: www.solotech.com

The Video Manager will be responsible for overseeing the video technicians at the Nashville warehouse. This role ensures that the video department provides consistent, high-quality support to all employees within the Nashville operations, as well as to other facilities as needed. The Video Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the department operates efficiently and collaborates effectively across the organization.

Your day will look like this:

• Lead, support, and coach the warehouse video team in the daily management of video equipment.
• Participate in the recruitment and hiring process for the video department.
• Manage and facilitate the onboarding and integration of new employees following the introductory period.
• Train new hires on departmental processes, procedures, and company standards.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize the daily activities and task assignments of video technicians.
• Oversee team performance: set objectives, assess, and manage performance, and address training and development needs.
• Ensure proper technical resource management, including the availability of necessary parts, tools, and materials for inspection, repair, preparation, and maintenance of video equipment.
• Maintain optimal inventory control; track missing or damaged equipment and ensure accurate follow-up.
• Monitor and ensure the timely return of all sub-rented equipment.
• Prepare and pack complex video orders, including scanning and securing items in transport cases.
• Coordinate the maintenance schedules and upkeep of all video equipment.
• Provide ongoing coaching and training to team members on departmental policies and company procedures.
• Support upper management with departmental budget planning and tracking.
• Assist with the organization and execution of equipment transfers between locations.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and labor plans for the successful execution of projects.
• Communicate with clients to ensure project requirements and expectations are met.
• Assist the Sr. Director of Video and Associate Director of Video with projects and assignments as needed.
• Monitor the quality of work to ensure it aligns with Solotech’s standards.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential health and safety risks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Your profile:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the live events industry with a focus on Video.
• Minimum 2 years of managerial experience
• Good technical knowledge of the Live Events with a focus on Video
• Knowledge of the R2 inventory software (an asset)
• Knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) 
• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to effectively manage a team.
• Ability to update and implement processes and procedures.
• Excellent strategic vision.
• Good communication skills
• Occasional availability in the evenings and on weekends
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Excellent sense of priorities and schedule management
• Highly developed sense of organization
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Physical Requirements:

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, and hear
• Continually: Type, write, and read
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, lift push and reach up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Time will be spent in an office setting.
• Time will be spent in a warehouse setting.
• Environment may be fast paced, stressful, dark, hot and/or cold.

Our offer to you:

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off & referral program

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V