Events Technician

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Job Title: Events Technician

Department: Office of Events

Division: Operations & Technology

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Casual

Reports to: Technical Manger, Events

Union: NA

Grade: 4

Hourly Rate: $20.22 - $24.73

General purpose: The Event Technician position is responsible for providing technical assistance in MICA performance spaces and assisting the Technical Manager of Performance Spaces in their duties.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Act as the primary technician at events

• Under some supervision, execute assigned work including setting up and running events

• Assist with the maintenance of the performance spaces and its environs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Regular assignment as the Falvey Hall, BBOX and other performance space's primary technician for AV and Lighting systems.

• Setup Portable AV system for events across campus

• Assist in the installation of AV equipment

• Assist in the installation of Lighting equipment

• When needed, oversee and train student employees on AV and lighting equipment.

• Work with clients during events to provide full technical support.

• Assist with the setup and preparation for events, classes, visitors, etc.; concert/performance/gallery/exhibit set-up and break down; move objects, furniture, trash, etc. from buildings to various locations.

• Required to lift, carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials; reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and crouch to gain access to spaces, and may involve both indoor and outside work and the use of hand tools and power tools associated with the building trades.

• Perform sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and removing of trash.

• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and demeanor

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Troubleshoots technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise and all Technical Manager if needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: environmental health and safety; must follow safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals

• Skills: projection, sound, and/or lighting in a live production or corporate setting

• Ability to: to perform basic math as well as read, write, and speak English to understand and communicate written/verbal instructions

• Ability to: follow instructions, work independently or as part of a team, work well and cooperatively with people from different backgrounds, problem solve, ask questions, think through solutions, work flexible hours, and stand for long periods of time.

Minimum qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma

• Experience: projection, sound, and/or lighting in a live production or corporate setting

• Ability to lift 50 pounds above head

• Ability to lift 100 pounds with a partner

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Work weeknights and Weekends

• Knowledge of either Sound, Lighting , and or Live Production

Preferred Qualifications:

• Event Management experience

• 3-5 Years AV and/or lighting experience

• Familiarity with analog sound consoles, Presonus StudioLive 64s or similar digital sound consoles, and ETC Eos, Express, and Smartfade lighting consoles

• Ability to run digital boards using an ipad or Laptop.

• Basic knowledge of digital film and Digital Cinema Packages

• Knowledge of Qlab,MAC, and PC applications

• Working knowledge of Zoom and live stream equipment

• Proficiency in programming lighting for stage and events and shall possess a good understanding of production practices and procedures

Reporting to this position: N/A

Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory Background Check

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)

• Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually (minimal, moderate, or high).

• Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

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MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.