Avant Gardner is hiring: Video Technician / V2 (Seasonal) in New York

Who We Are

Avant Gardner is New York City's premier event space and producer. Its flagship venue, The Brooklyn Mirage, is the crown jewel of New York City entertainment and one of the most iconic venues in the world. Avant Gardner's 80,000 square foot complex occupies an entire city block of East Williamsburg, highlighted by the space's unrivaled audiovisual features including a 200 foot wide, 15k resolution video wall. Voted North America's 'Best Large Club' in 2022 and 2023 and ranked top ten globally by DJ Mag, Avant Gardner has welcomed sold out shows featuring today's top acts and emerging global stars including Drake, Skrillex, Turnstile, Four Tet, John Summit, Glass Animals, Carl Cox, Keinemusik, Christina Aguilera, David Guetta, Marshmello, Reneé Rapp, Rina Sawayama, Rüfüs Du Sol, SOFI TUKKER, Tiësto, and many more. Avant Gardner's portfolio includes event brands such as The Cityfox Experience along with programming across New York City. For more information, visit Avant-Gardner.com.

Who You Are

Someone who is highly organized, reliable, has a "no task too small" attitude, and can juggle multiple projects at once while keeping calm under high pressure situations.

About The Role

We are seeking a Video Technician / V2 in the East Williamsburg/Bushwick area as we are looking to scale up our video department to host more complex productions. We hope for the person in this position to grow and learn together with us.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute installs and setups of video wall components
• Interface with the Artist/Client Production team on run of shows
• Perform LED wall setup and calibration
• Implement design ideas and solutions during on-site setup and rehearsals
• Ensure safe and consistent operation of video equipment, rigging tools, and instruments
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair for all video inventory, equipment, and cables.
• Assist in an organized system for handling day to day tasks and operations within the venue

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant video experience in a wide variety of event venues
• Extensive LED video wall setup and install experience
• Content management experience
• Ability to pay attention, adapt to changes, and function well in a live production setting
• Exceptional communication skills with internal teams, artists' and clients' teams and vendors
• Extensive knowledge of setup and maintenance of Unilumin video tiles
• Required proficiency in the Google Workspace suite, and its applications such as Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Drive- including Shared Drives, and Google Groups for seamless team communication.

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing to work long shifts, including nights, weekends, and possible holidays
• Must be willing to work outdoors (all seasons)
• Must be able to move, pull, carry or lift at least 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable climbing ladders and being in lifts
• Must be comfortable working in an environment with moderate to loud noise level

Compensation

The hourly rate/yearly salary for this position will range from $30/hr - $40/hr based on experience.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Temporary

Job function: Production

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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