Video Engineer
POSITION: Video Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Production
REPORTS TO: Production Manager and Director of Operations
FLSA STATUS: Part-time Hourly, Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
Legends Global has an immediate opening for a Video Engineer at Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio, Texas. The Video Engineer is responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by executing all technical aspects related to video and broadcast systems. This role supports all stage and A/V operations while maintaining a high level of professionalism in service and presentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform load-in and load-out of band, broadcast, and rental equipment
- Set up and break down band, broadcast, and event equipment
- Program and operate video switchers and consoles for live events
- Handle cabling and patching while working collaboratively with the full production crew
- Hang, focus, and program lighting equipment as needed, including color balancing for events
- Inspect, monitor, and evaluate video equipment for performance and proper usage
- Operate video control systems
- Supervise touring broadcast teams
- Assist touring video teams with patching and connecting to the house via NDI/broadcast network
- Oversee visiting video technicians, especially during live events
- Maintain, protect, and repair all video and broadcast equipment
- Assist with production needs throughout the venue as required
- Support the Production Manager with technical advances with artist representatives
- Ensure proper care and handling of all house and rental video equipment
- Interact with visiting production crews to ensure successful show execution
- Create and distribute signal flow diagrams and show run documentation
- Oversee and operate all venue video systems
- Ensure special event video needs are scheduled, executed, and completed professionally
- Maintain relationships with local and national video and broadcast vendors
- Assist production crews with stands, microphones, cables, and related equipment
- Support special events operations as needed
- Interface directly with clients during events to ensure proper run of show
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Experience with professional video and broadcast systems, stage lighting, and basic audio systems
- Minimum of 3 years of touring or stage production experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Additional experience may be substituted for education
- Preferred: College degree or technical certification
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Advanced working knowledge of video engineering practices and principles
- Advanced understanding of theater and arena video systems
- Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in high-pressure environments
- Understanding of addressing and patching of conventional and automated equipment
- Proficiency with Vmix, NDI, Tricaster, 3Play, Resolume, Ross Ultrix, Ross Dashboard, SDI, SMPTE fiber, RCP shaders, color correction, TCP/IP networks, video matrices, and DANTE audio
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to work independently and within a team
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and vendors
- Ability to program large-scale video productions with varying equipment setups
- Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Work may be performed both indoors and outdoors depending on event requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to hear and communicate clearly, including use of a two-way radio
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work at heights or from a man lift
- Perform other duties as assigned
The company reserves the right to modify this job description at any time. This description is intended to outline the general scope of responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of all duties.
