Job Summary:
The Audio Visual Supervisor will work closely with the Audio Visual Manager and Audio Visual Technicians to provide an unsurpassed level of service for groups that choose to hold their events at the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Assisted with training the banquet/ A-V setup team in A-V Technologies and banquet event setup.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversees in-house and off-site client requests.
- Oversees maintenance and service to all in-house and off-site AV equipment.
- Set up events based on BEO details; meet with clients upon arrival to ensure satisfaction.
- Works closely with Meeting and Events Managers to ensure that the BEO's are accurate and any changes are communicated.
- Works closely with the Banquet Manager to ensure that sets can be completed promptly, coordinating with the event spaces' banquet setup schedule.
- Assists with selling and promoting services to in-house guests and offsite clientele.
- Responsible for the operation and care of technical Audio-Visual gear and services including, but not limited to, the following.
- Digital audio consoles; Wireless audio systems; DMX lighting software; Video presentation software such as Pro Presenter; Basic projection/ pixel mapping software; Video switching/scaling/distribution devices; Adobe Software related to video, image, audio, and motion graphic creation and editing.
- Technical understanding of hybrid A-V systems such as broadcast HD-SDI, DVI, HDMI, video conferencing hardware and software; Polycom, Tandberg, Lync, WebEx, and GoTo meeting.
- Video streaming principles, embedded audio, and various HD codecs.
- Maintains inventory control of all AV equipment.
- Aids in developing training materials for the AV department.
- Maintains a neat and clean work environment; ensures overall conference center ambiance is maintained throughout each shift.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent active listening and audio comprehension skills.
- Excellent problem-recognition and solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to efficiently operate, troubleshoot, and repair AV equipment.
- Ability to create displays and videos to send creative, positive messages related to the company.
- In-depth knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- In-depth knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordinating people and resources.
- In-depth knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- In-depth knowledge of power distribution, audio, video, and lighting concepts and techniques is essential.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor's degree in Photography, Media Production, Visual Arts, or related field preferred.
- At least four years of experience is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able to push, pull, crouch, and kneel.
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