Department: Special Events
Reports To: Senior Manager of Events and Community Partnerships
Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
(On-call hours based on event reservations with no guarantee of hours, calendar for anticipated hours created monthly)
Position Summary
The Event Technician/Projectionist will execute audio/visual tasks for special events at the Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA at SDMA). The scope of events may include but are not limited to lectures, film screenings, wedding ceremonies, panel discussions, live theater performances, exhibition openings and award ceremonies.
This position will be responsible for executing technical elements of the event and communicating with clients and the event team. The Event Technician/Projectionist must have the ability to work well with the general public and possess the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ability to utilize DVD, BluRay and Media Players with projection and video displays.
- Knowledge of Digital Cinema Package format and Christie Solaria One Digital Cinema Projection System; including ingesting and playlist creation of DCP.
- Exhibit proficient knowledge of computers; set up and facilitation of PowerPoint and Keynote type, presentations in both fixed and temporary installations.
- Familiar with mixboards, sound reinforcements and wireless mic systems. Responsible for setting up and operating audio and public address systems for various events as directed.
- Ability to operate under pressure, in a fast-paced environment utilizing a range of equipment and media.
- Responsible for communicating with client and serving as the primary A/V contact during events.
- Ability to serve as the house A/V technician performing tasks such as: communicating with the booth A/V technician, interfacing with the client in the theater, calling the show or directing cues, lavaliere changes, and general house management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A/V experience utilizing both sound and video reinforcement, i.e., film projection, theatre events, or additional live performances.
- A keen sense of awareness of timing and cues in live event production.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Must be punctual, position does not tolerate tardiness due to nature of productions.
- A basic understanding of stage or theatrical lighting.
- Knowledge of both Mac and PC operating systems relating to A/V output.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to professionally communicate with clients, staff and vendors, as position is often be required to do so.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable in situations when client may provide last minute changes to media or run of show.
- May be required to perform light event staff/housekeeping duties including but not limited to setting up event tables, chairs and vacuuming theater.
- Be organized and detail oriented.
- 16 and 35mm film projection experience a plus but not required (dual projector system).
Physical Requirements
- Repetitive Stair Climbing
- Lifting 20-40 lbs estimated
- Carrying 20-40 lbs estimated
- Pushing/Pulling 15-60 lbs estimated
- Manual Dexterity
- Bending, Kneeling, Stooping, Squatting
- Balancing, Grasping, Walking, Standing, Sitting
- Occasional walking between two Museums sites within the park.
- Daily walking required to the Museum, which includes stairs.
Work Environment
- Noise fluctuates between quiet and moderately noisy.
- Fast-paced environment.
- Some work space areas may be dusty.
This job description is intended as a guide to the general job responsibilities and is not inclusive of every duty the employee is expected to perform.
Pay Range: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
If interested, please submit cover letter and resume to: resumes@sdmart.org, or mail to: The San Diego Museum of Art, Attention: Human Resources, P.O. Box 122107, San Diego, CA 92112.
The San Diego Museum of Art is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the hiring of personnel on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, protected medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
