Audio Visual Technician
Role Overview
Reporting to the AV Manager, the AV Technician’s role is to operate, support and maintain in-house audio-visual equipment in auditoriums, conference rooms, and offices.
In this role, the AV Tech will work closely with colleagues and other departments to schedule, plan, and run various in-person, virtual, and hybrid events.
The AV Tech will troubleshoot technical problems, identify solutions, and provide real-time assistance as required.
They will also train staff in the use of AV equipment.
The AV Team’s goal is to help foundation colleagues, as well as visitors and guests, maximize their ability to collaborate and communicate through the effective use of technology.
The AV Technician provides this day-to-day service and support to our colleagues.
This is a full-time position based on-site at the Simons Foundation’s New York City offices.
Visit the Simons Foundation career page to learn more.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education
- A bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2–4 years of experience in the field or in a related area
- Familiarity with industry standard equipment, software, concepts, practices and procedures
- RELATED SKILLS & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Active learner
- A naturally calm and empathetic demeanor under pressure
- Ability to concurrently solve multiple issues in real-time
- Service-oriented team player
- Willing to perform a variety of tasks with diverse participants/users
- Effective time management skills
- Video conferencing systems (Poly/Polycom, Neat, DTEN)AV signal flow and troubleshooting
- Control systems (Crestron)
- PC & Mac OS
- Final Cut Pro
- Video conferencing software (Zoom, Google Meet, Teams)
- Proficient with Dropbox, G-Suite, MS Office suite, Keynote, Adobe, and help desk ticketing systems
- Must be willing to work long hours on event days and occasionally on weekends
- Physical Requirements
- Lifting and moving supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Moving throughout several office buildings and event spaces (onsite and offsite)
- Occasionally using ladders and scaffolding to access equipment
- REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
- COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The full-time annual compensation range is $74,000 - $84,000 depending on experience.
- In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
- Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.
- The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.
Experience
- Experience in academic settings is a plus
- Working knowledge of:
- Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience in academic settings is a plus
About Simons Foundation
Funds and conducts research in mathematics and basic sciences.
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