Lead Audio-Visual Technician; Production Services

Overview

Reporting to the Technical Production Manager, the Lead Audio Visual Technician manages sound reinforcement, live audio mixing, and live video production to support the event production needs of the Conservatory and Preparatory.

• Support day-to-day operation of performances for the Conservatory and the Preparatory, producing over 1000 events including master classes, rehearsals, performances (music, dance, and opera), and student recitals.
• Assist in all aspects of production activities; primary duties related to sound reinforcement, live audio mixing, and live video production.
• Act as liaison among conductors, artistic directors, guest artists, musicians, dancers, and staff to ensure an excellent and safe production.
• Manage inventory and allocation of all sound and video equipment based on needs and requests of various shows.
• Support stage production, sound, lighting, and technical needs of rehearsal and performances, including setting up audiovisual equipment, video screens, projectors, and video switchers.
• Assist in planning and coordination of events requiring A/V support, advising and collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and guest artists to determine event needs.
• Independently manage a number of public stage events.
• Provide production support for events (e.g., setting up stages, risers, audiovisual equipment, stage lighting, orchestras) including chorus, opera, run-outs, ensembles, and dance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Four years related experience.
• Ability for education to substitute for experience and equivalency criteria per Johns Hopkins University policy.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Three to five years of experience in live audio mixing, sound reinforcement, live video production and setup.
• Experience in live classical and modern music productions and knowledge of concert etiquette.

Classified

Title:

Lead Audio-Visual Technician
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OF
Starting Salary Range: $21.25 - $36.90 HRLY ($51,000 targeted; Commensurate w/ exp.)
Employee group:
Full Time

Schedule:

37.5 hours per week
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Peabody Institute
Department name:
Production Services
Personnel area:
Peabody