This is a union position.

The Special Events Technician is responsible for audio-visual requirements of PointView Hall at Carnegie Science Center. This may include external building rentals, internal departments providing events for CM staff, customers, visitors or donors, and support for all CSC A/V functions related to theaters, exhibits and facilities. The position is responsible for training special events staff on the proper use of audio-visual equipment and maintaining user manuals and updating appropriate licenses as applicable. In addition, it will act as a liaison between the special events department and other users of the space. Position assists with maintenance and management of all AV systems and equipment to guarantee the quality and reliability of the audio-visual services provided.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer some college, technical school or related work experience involving technical, electro-mechanical, audio-visual and computer skills and equipment.
• One-two years’ experience in event or theatrical productions preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Must have excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of external clients and internal staff to implement audio-visual requirements for a diverse set of presentations and events.
• Events require a ‘Can Do’ attitude with the ability to troubleshoot and creatively solve problems on the spot.
• Flexibility and professionalism to handle requests within department limitations are necessary.
• Must be available for regular weekend work and frequent evening assignments, with self-supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work with internal and external clients to fulfill the requirements of their events. Including attending site visits and client meetings before the event, making recommendations, and testing presentations and equipment as needed.
• Assisting outside vendors with understanding the technical capabilities of the space.
• Setup events, meeting deadline requirements and configuration needs outlined by special events or client technical staff. Remain onsite during events if required by setup plan.
• Take down events setups and inventory and store equipment, keeping track of any equipment loaned to other areas of CM.
• Maintain all AV, lighting and sound equipment, making recommendations for upgrades and replacement and conducting all scheduled maintenance.
• Train special event staff on the proper use of all equipment and maintain user manuals updating as necessary.
• Work with the events supervisors to maintain necessary paperwork documenting event needs.
• Assist with event supervision and operations as needed.
• Complete other projects as requested by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please see a full list of requirements on the Carnegie Museums' Career Site.