Hybrid A/V Support Technician (PT, hourly) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) · Richmond, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Junior
- Office in Richmond
The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking qualified A/V Technicians to support the ICA's wide array of programs, events, and classes. This position requires baseline knowledge and versatility in lighting, sound, projection, video, streaming, and stage management. A/V Support Technicians act as on-site point of contact for any event they are scheduled for, responsible for tracking, setup, operation, and breakdown of all necessary equipment. Technicians maintain a level head when troubleshooting and solving any technical issues that may arise during an event.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work with visitors, clients, and other workers from diverse backgrounds
- Creative problem solving
- Flexibility to work some nights and weekends
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment; basic knowledge of fire safety, fall safety, and other hazards inherent to live performance venues.
- Ability to work with equipment weighing up to 50lbs
- Ability to work confidently on ladders, personnel lifts, and catwalks
- Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee of VCU
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in one or more of the following disciplines: lighting, sound, projections, video, streaming, or performance
- Experience with pre-performance, performance, and post-performance activities
- Experience with recording and post-production editing of audio and video
- Experience with or Interest in working in a creative environment and/or with contemporary art
This is an hourly (non-benefitted) position.
Salary Range: $20-25/hr
Position Details:
Department: Institute for Contemporary Art
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
FTE: .30
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Michael Lease
Contact Email: [email protected]
