Audio Video Technician
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Job Overview

Our Media department is looking for an experienced and hardworking candidate to join our team as an Audio Video Technician.

As an Audio Video Technician, you will be responsible for setting up video and audio equipment used for live events. You will also be responsible for coordinating with the lighting team. 

Ideally, you should be self-motivated and passionate about this job position. Prior experience working as an AV Technician will be an added advantage. You should possess excellent troubleshooting skills and phenomenal communication skills.

To be successful in this role, you should be okay working for a long period of time and holidays as well. You should have excellent decision-making abilities with the ability to pay a close eye for detail.

If your experience and skills match our criteria for the role of Audio Video Technician, apply for this job now. We will love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Understanding the event’s requirements and specifications.

• Discussing with the Event Coordinator about the equipment needed.

• Reading and interpreting the venue layouts.

• Setting the sound and audio equipment.

• Installing all the electrical wiring for support.

• Setting up the media equipment such as video monitors, projectors, sound systems, etc.

• Providing outstanding customer service to the clients.

• Developing a strong relationship with the clients.

• Testing the equipment before all the events.

• Troubleshooting and adjusting the AV equipment.

• Spotting last-minute issues and resolving them quickly.

• Utilizing the electrical testing devices to measure signal output.

• Repairing the equipment as and when required.

• Supervising the new team members.

• Communicating with the team members in a professional manner.

• Ensuring a smooth transition during the event.

• Staying abreast of the latest technology models.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sound Engineering or an Associate degree in Audiovisual Technology.

• 3 years of experience working as an Audio Video Technician or a similar position in the Media industry.

• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of video, sound, and lighting equipment.

• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Good troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to lift heavy objects as and when required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Exceptional time management skills.

• Good customer service abilities.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

• A keen eye for details.