Description
The primary responsibilities for the Audio and Visual (AV) Technician are set up, operate, and maintain audio and visual equipment for PMI-NEW events so that the events can be streamed (webcasted) to the Internet for our remote members (members unable to attend the event in person).
Performs work as part of a team of 4 AV technicians; 2 technicians will be assigned for each event. A schedule will be created, as needed, and coordination/engagement facilitated through the Programs team.
The AV technician should have prior training and/or experience operating audio-visual technology, a certificate or degree in this or similar field of study is preferred. Knowledge of camera and lighting techniques and webcast (streaming) software is essential, and interested candidates will be trained.
Commitment & Effort
- Yearly terms – January to December
- Expected to attend all in-person events with webcast components; typically 1 evening per month from September to April (approximately 7-8 events per year)
- Generally expected to average 3 hours per month for planning, rehearsal and execution activities
- Supports technology aspects of all-virtual events, as needed
Roles and Responsibilities
- Pickups equipment from the storage location before each meeting. Equipment incudes camera, microphone, cabling, tripod, and laptop computer. After pickup, AV Technician ensures all equipment is secure and stored at the venue or in another climate-controlled environment.
- Arrives at least 1.5 hours before the speaker’s presentation to setup/test equipment. Verifies that there is sufficient space, lighting, a reliable internet connection, etc.
- Performs all activities necessary to stream the live event to web-based viewing platform
- Troubleshoots technical issues and work with the venue’s staff to ensure a smooth webcast experience for our remote members, including completion of connectivity tests in advance of the event.
- Runs equipment during the speaker’s presentation. Although the majority of the event will be the filming of the speaker, audience participation may also be filmed. Coordination with speaker and event team required to facilitate effective experience for web attendees is expected.
- Takes down, secures and returns equipment to storage location
- If any equipment is malfunctioning, arrange to have the equipment repaired or replaced.
Backup or Emergency Plan:
In the event the Audio and Visual Technician cannot fulfill their role for an interim or extended period the Director of Speaker Selection and Programs shall find a replacement.
Reporting Relationships:
This position reports to the Director of Speaker Selection and Programs, with a dotted line to VP Operations.