Caesars Entertainment is hiring: Audio Visual Technician (On-Call) in Danville

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists in the safety, proper maintenance, repair, and technical work of any stage sets, meeting spaces, and conventions.
• Assists in the collected effort of any technical work needed for stage/meeting space set-up and breakdown.
• Ensures proper lighting for stage and conventions.
• Lighting reinforcement of all stage presentations or conventions or special projects.
• Operates motorized vehicles, i.e. hydraulic and electrically powered hi-reach (man lift) and hand tools.
• Promotes Caesars and acts in a professional and courteous manner.
• Exhibits a positive, outgoing personality.
• Must understand and be able to work with large-scale digital DSP-based music and paging systems as well as large format analog, digital, and IPTV-based video distribution and CATV systems.
• Requires proficiency in programming lighting for stage and events and shall possess a good understanding of production practices and procedures.
• Must be able to manage entertainers' needs and control/mix audio and lighting for performances.
• Create, edit, and finalize video and audio programs and presentations. Configure and operate remote video and audio recording sessions.
• Must be able to operate various machines such as scissor and bucket lifts, forklifts, and pallet jacks, and be able to work at heights over 75’.
• Evaluate industry developments and recommend appropriate uses for management.
• Ensures all products meet standards set by the department.
• Acts as a role model and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars and encourages others to do the same.
• Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies.
• Sets up and maintains the sound and lighting systems in entertainment areas.
• Operates the sound and light systems for assigned shows and events.
• Assists in setup and strike of band equipment for different acts in entertainment venues.
• Handles all tech requests from setup.
• Handles all department setup needs, from setting up/tearing down staging to putting up banners for events.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in audio, lighting, musical, stage, wardrobe, hairdressing, and make-up equipment and costumes as appropriate for entertainment performances and events, i.e., headliners, production shows, conventions, TV broadcasts, movie productions, and sporting events.
• Must have a willingness to learn new systems and technology.
• Must possess excellent skills in project management, communication, and supervision.
• Must be able to spend long periods on your feet.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to have a flexible schedule and work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be flexible in a demanding environment.
• Must maintain a good attitude at all times.
• Must be open-minded and willing to work and learn from a variety of other team members.
• Must be able to work in an environment ranging from controlled to moderately severe.
• Must be able to climb, stand, bend, and stoop.
• Must be able to work in cramped areas for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.