Job Description
Position: A/V Technician
Program: Special Events
Department: Cultural Arts
Reports to: Technical Events Manager
Compensation: $25.00 per hour
Status: On-Call/Relief, Non-Exempt, Non-Union
Benefits: Sick Accruals
CENTER’S MISSION: Building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.
JOB SUMMARY: As scheduled and under the general supervision of the Director of Event Operations, provide technical support for special events, performances, and routine rental situations at various Center locations.
% of Role ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
85% Event Operations
• Operate lighting and audio/visual equipment for events including theatrical performances, concerts, screenings, memorials, and receptions.
• Set up and break down audio/visual equipment, props, furniture, and scenery.
• Hang and focus theatrical lighting using a light plot; load in/out sound equipment using a sound plot or under Technical Manager direction.
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV issues before, during, and after events.
• Run shows and events independently or with stage manager cueing.
• Conduct event setup and breakdown in coordination with Event Managers as needed.
• Provide post-event feedback regarding event execution, equipment performance, and facility use.
15% Other Duties
• Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies and report issues or maintenance needs.
• Load, unload, pack, and assist with transporting gear to and from various locations.
• Follow safety and security procedures for equipment, access, and overall event operations.
• Participate in staff meetings, special events, and related activities as requested.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on event schedules.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
0% Management Responsibilities (Budgetary & Direct Supervisory) (If none, indicate 0%.)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Solid background in live, special, and theatrical events for a variety of spaces including small (50 seats), medium (200) houses, and outdoor and/or alternative spaces.
• Minimum three years’ experience running light and/or sound boards for live events.
• Working knowledge of and the ability to operate light and sound boards and various AV equipment for events and theatre.
• Ability to run a show with minimal technical rehearsals.
• Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community and familiarity with issues relevant to LGBTQ people
• A passion for the Center’s work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBTQ people.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and an ability to interact appropriately with visiting as well as on-site technicians, theatrical producers, directors, designers, artists, and clients.
• Computer and internet literacy and prior experience with complex computer software
• Ability to implement event details from written work orders and to work effectively with minimal supervision, as a team, as a team leader, and alone
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expression, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, English-speaking abilities, immigration status, and physical abilities in a multicultural environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to program and/or mix.
• Experience with QLab, projections and/or cameras or carpentry or rigging or painting.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, including status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation or activities, medical or health conditions, and marital status.
The Center has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy as a condition of employment for all employees who work on the Center’s premises, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please contact jobs@lalgbtcenter.org.
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