AV (Audio-Visual) System Technician Job at Talantage, LLC in Washington

Job Title: Audio Visual (AV) Technician

Working Hours: 40 Hours (10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.)
 

Overview:
The AV Technician is responsible for the integration, installation, and maintenance of audio-visual systems within the museum’s operational environment. This role requires an individual who is methodical, self-driven, and capable of managing tasks independently while serving as a technical lead during special events.

Work Objectives & Responsibilities:

Routine Tasks:

• Power on temporary and permanent exhibits and perform daily inspection walkthroughs to ensure all AV technology is operating properly.
• Prepare exhibits for early or late visits, outside of normal operating hours.
• Assist in the installation of projectors, monitors, and other AV equipment.
• Replace projector bulbs when necessary.
• Perform routine system maintenance.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

On-Demand Tasks:

• Setups for Meetings & Presentations:
  • Configure classrooms, conference spaces, and other areas for meetings, staff training (including laptop setups), video conferencing, portable sound systems, and audio recording.
• Museum Theater Support:
  • Set up captioning equipment.
  • Adjust audio levels for both the theater and live-stream audiences.
  • Configure camera views for live-streaming and recording.
  • Assist with setting up PowerPoint presentations.
• Premier Film Screenings:
  • Collaborate with outside contractors for special event setups.
• Video Conferencing/Streaming:
  • Set up and support hybrid video conferencing/streaming programs.
  • Provide assistance to museum staff with video conferencing as needed.
• Audio/Video Recording:
  • Manage client recordings.
  • Reformat museum recordings for event stakeholders and other departments.
• Special Events Support:
  • Provide AV support before/after hours, on weekends, and for events at the museum’s Bowie, MD facility.
  • Assist outside AV contractors with initial setups and during events.
  • Operate robotic cameras and manage video switch operation.
• Exhibit Installations:
  • Assist with planning, installation, and post-implementation management of AV systems during transitions between temporary exhibits (which typically run 2-3 years) and new exhibits.

Qualifications:
Candidates must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in AV systems integration or service, with the following skills and certifications:

• 3-5 years of experience with audio visual systems integration or service.
• Driven, methodical, and focused, with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently without close supervision.
• CTS certification or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to act as technical lead for special events.
• Experience operating video switchers (SDI, NDI).
• Experience mixing live sound using digital mixing consoles.
• Experience supporting hybrid video conference meetings.
• Proficiency in reading and following AV system flow diagrams and support documentation.
• Excellent computer, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Live event experience is a plus.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting audio DSPs (e.g., Biamp, QSC, Clearone) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Dante and AVOIP systems is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• This role may require work during evenings, weekends, and outside normal business hours to support special events and exhibit installations.
• Occasional travel to the museum’s Bowie, MD facility is expected.
• The position requires flexibility in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Talantage Staffing Solutions is committed to presenting candidates that contribute to an organizations culture of inclusivity and its commitment to diversity in the workplace are demonstrated through our recruitment practices.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, or veteran status.  Our equal opportunity employment efforts comply with all applicable U.S. state and federal laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
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