A/V Support Technician (PT, Hourly)

A/V Support Technician (PT, Hourly)

The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking qualified A/V Technicians to support the ICA's wide array of programs, events, and classes. This position requires baseline knowledge and versatility in lighting, sound, projection, video, streaming, and stage management. A/V Support Technicians act as on-site point of contact for any event they are scheduled for, responsible for tracking, setup, operation, and breakdown of all necessary equipment. Technicians maintain a level head when troubleshooting and solving any technical issues that may arise during an event.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work with visitors, clients, and other workers from diverse backgrounds
• Creative problem solving
• Flexibility to work some nights and weekends
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment; basic knowledge of fire safety, fall safety, and other hazards inherent to live performance venues.
• Ability to work with equipment weighing up to 50lbs
• Ability to work confidently on ladders, personnel lifts, and catwalks
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee of VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in one or more of the following disciplines: lighting, sound, projections, video, streaming, or performance
• Experience with pre-performance, performance, and post-performance activities
• Experience with recording and post-production editing of audio and video
• Experience with or interest in working in a creative environment and/or with contemporary art

This is an hourly (non-benefitted) position.

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