Job Description

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 Systems Engineers to support fluctuating needs at different times throughout the year. Should you want to join our AV Engineering 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 Engineering 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!

Audio-Visual Systems Engineer, On Call

ROLE OVERVIEW : Participate in the load-in, operation, and load-out of Audio-Visual systems and equipment across all museum sites.  

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt                    
REPORTS TO : AV Services Production Manager
COMPENSATION : $46.80 / hour
WORK SCHEDULE : 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.
BENEFITS : 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 10% 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• 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, BlackMagic, etc.) using multiple screens/projectors
• Ensure safe installation of AV equipment under the supervision of SAM staff
• Perform tear-down and load outs of all AV equipment

WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• 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 livestreaming 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

WORKING CONDITIONS: 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, and rough or uneven terrain.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Stationary Work : Approximately 25% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 75%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required when assisting at Museum events.

Communication : Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with trustees, the public, and co-workers is necessary.

Vision : Ability to effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials, memos and other appropriate paperwork.

Office Work : Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and printers, and ability to inspect, prepare and use paperwork, files, equipment, and supplies is necessary.

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling : Ability to transport up to fifty (50) pounds of equipment and supplies.

Working at Heights : The ability to work safely at heights is required, ability to work on ladders and scaffolding is required.  Safe operation of multiple types of personnel and scissor lifts is required.

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Celebrating difference . At Seattle Art Museum, our members, visitors, and local community come from all walks of life, and so do our employees, volunteers, and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences, and as such, our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements, and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace, because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination, it’s ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace, we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace, and a sense of belonging for each and every employee, because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.

SAM is an equal opportunity employer . We are an equal opportunity employer, and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship or immigration status, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. SAM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures, and will consider candidates for employment who may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. Please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] for additional information, or to request reasonable accommodations for the application or interview process.

We encourage you to apply . We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace, and a sense of belonging for each and every employee, because we know our organization is at its best when we include, celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application, even if your experience doesn’t feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating, and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they don't see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply, even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.

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Want to learn more? If you haven't already, check out our Careers page for more on working at SAM.

Though we'd love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk, due to the high volume of applications we receive, our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates, inquiries about hiring timeline, or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role, our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!

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