Audiovisual Technician 2

Position Summary

The A/V Technician 2 is charged with carrying out all aspects of high-level, audiovisual management, coordinating the sound, video, and stage lighting for UUCF worship services and other events that require A/V support. Full Job Listing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Technical expertise in audio and video technology for UUCF’s Sunday worship and special events, including the following duties:

• Collaborates with Ministers, Director of Music and Arts and Director of Communications.
• Pursues creative development, execution and training related to live and post-production of AV.
• Ensures that the AV ministry continues to grow in excellence and quality of effectiveness in alignment with the congregation’s strategic objectives.
• Skilled in creating and mixing quality sound in a live sanctuary space and for an online venue. Ensures high quality of external audio feed.
• Creates the audio sound stage, which is a unique set-up from week to week. This includes mixing and working with all types of audio set-ups including classical music and rock bands.
• Manages the worship PowerPoint presentation and ensures execution of content as supervised by the Communications Director.
• Keeps up with emerging trends in operating systems.
• Ensures that the video technician and/or volunteers execute delivery of a high-quality video experience during the in-person worship and technical delivery of all video aspects of livestream worship.
• Establishes a process for checking for all tech requirements before worship and congregational events to ensure optimum operation.
• Monitors and maintains the livestream throughout the worship experience.
• Works with contractors, as needed, to ensure complete A/V support of worship/events. This may include lighting consultants or outside audio support.
• Due to the need for some level of autonomy in implementation of audio/visual equipment, experience working with vendor relations/project management is a necessary responsibility of this role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Experience or interest in audio, lighting, and video camera equipment. Proficiency in operating digital audio mixers, lighting consoles, video switchers, and PTZ cameras. Adhere to production standards to capture high-quality audio and video of the service and events for streaming or recording.
• Maintain a consistent production process and follow naming conventions to ensure repeatable results when working with volunteers.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint software for managing slides.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills that enable effective teamwork.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment and adapt swiftly to evolving circumstances.
• Dedication to continuous training and development to remain updated with the latest technology and techniques.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence in technical execution.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other staff to meet their technical needs.
• Commitment to maintaining clean and organized production areas.