Talent Pool Audio Visual Technician, Seattle Art Museum Seattle, WA

[Talent Pool] Audio Visual Technician, On Call job at Seattle Art Museum. Seattle, WA. Skilled in Audio Visual Systems Technology, and interested in part time opportunities with SAM? SAM's AV Technology team maintains a pool of On Call AV Technicians to support fluctuating needs at different times throughout the year. Should you want to join our AV Talent Pool for consideration for future On Call openings, please submit your resume here.

When we find ourselves in need of additional On Call AV Tech talent, we'll reach out to this Talent Pool to gauge interest and availability. Curious if this position might be the right fit for you? Read on for the position details!

Participate in the load‑in, operation, and load‑out of Audio‑Visual systems and equipment across all museum sites.

Non‑Exempt

AV Services Production Manager

$46.80 / hour

The schedule for this On Call role is variable. Work may take place during business hours, evenings, holidays, and weekends. Schedules are determined between 3 - 6 weeks in advance, and On Call staff must be able to commit to shifts once accepted.

On‑Call SAM Staff have access to an onsite fitness facility and SAM’s museum library, can access a no‑cost Employee Assistance Program resource, enjoy a 20% discount at the SAM Museum Shop and a 15% discount at SAM’s MARKET cafe, receive 2 SAM guest passes per quarter worked, have a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums, can access 8 Home Free Guarantee cab rides home per year, and accrue paid sick leave at a rate of .0385 per hour worked.

• Operate audiovisual equipment for a host of activities, including but not limited to lectures, conferences, performances, parties, educational programming, venue experiences, corporate events and meetings
• Record events, presentations, lectures as assigned
• Operate and troubleshoot video switching systems (Barco, Black Magic, etc.) using multiple screens/projectors
• Ensure safe installation of AV equipment under the supervision of SAM staff
• Perform teardown and load outs of all AV equipment

• CTS certification, Associates AV Degree, or equivalent experience in projection, video switching, live sound reinforcement, and computing
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in theatre, event, or audio‑visual work
• Digital and analogue AV systems and signal processing knowledge
• Strong customer service skills with ability to be flexible in accommodating last‑minute changes or requests
• Capable of multitasking with limited supervision
• Strong work ethic, regularly on time & dependable, must be able to commit to shifts once accepted
• Physically capable of handling job requirements (bending, stooping, heavy lifting; 50+ pounds)
• Understanding of signal flow and proficiency in troubleshooting basic and complex AV systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft and Apple software and operating systems;
  PowerPoint, Keynote, Zoom, Streaming Services, etc
• OSHA certification
• Experience with industry standard video switching/engineering systems
• Working knowledge of a variety of audio and lighting consoles
• Demonstrated experience in the operation of AV systems equipment and technology, including digital video projectors, live sound reinforcement, theatrical lighting, video recording equipment, hybrid or live streaming platforms, and film screening
• Experience with and understanding of safe rigging practices
• Experience and ability to work safely at height for installation and maintenance of AV and lighting systems
• Experience and knowledge of proper temporary electrical wiring practices (including varying voltage systems) for custom installations
• Comfort working on ladders and scaffolding
• Safe operation of multiple types of personnel and scissor lifts
• Exercise discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack and internet‑based research

Work areas are primarily inside, in a climate‑controlled environment with moderate background noise. Work areas may include outdoor areas for outdoor events, on surfaces such as asphalt, cement, soil,…