AV​/IT Technician

Overview

At Soho House, the Audio Visual (AV) Technician plays an integral part of ensuring members, guests and staff have technically sound and functioning property. As the AV Technician, you will mix soundboards, play video recordings, enhance lighting, and coordinate graphics. This role may require nights and weekends to support screenings and large-scale events.

• Daily support for audio, visual, IT-related troubleshooting and partnering with the events team to ensure lighting, sound, music and all other variables are set-up, secured and prepared prior to guests’ arrival
• Respond to guest’s needs in a timely manner and quickly provide solutions or alternative options that can enhance one’s experience
• Properly communicate, document, and advise on all projects that are in process, complete or require outside support
• Maintain safe standards, in addition to a clean, organized, and stocked work area and consistent high-quality service throughout the property
• Monitor in-house equipment and usage as well as the presentation, preparation, repair and dispatch of films; clean and maintain projection equipment; diagnose and solve problems, liaising with Service Engineers and Contractors as appropriate
• Operate cinema in all film and digital video formats and liaise with clients regarding technical needs and assist in presentation set ups within the Cinema and areas of the property
• Liaise with in-house couriers, print managers and keep up with technical developments related to cinema and multi-media equipment, systems, and technical training opportunities

• 1+ years related experience;
  Computer Science or related degree preferred
• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask, under pressure and troubleshoot quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Digital Projection Equipment (Christie 35MM Projector, HD & Betacam);
  Dolby Audio Processors
• Technically competent and confident in supporting computer, Internet, software and network security needs
• Experience with AV lighting, sound, electronics, repair, installation of AV equipment and adherence to local processes
• Flexible schedule to work nights and weekends as needed
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of building multi-media (including sound systems, DJ decks, mixing boards & consoles, phone systems and IPTV infrastructures) equipment and technical specifications

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
• Fast-paced movements required to move between areas of the club
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 40 pounds
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required

• Competitive compensation and global benefits; medical, dental & vision as well as retirement fund with a 2% match
• Paid time off for sick days and vacation
• Career development opportunities domestically or internationally
• Soho Impact: mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability initiatives
• Learning & Development: extensive range of courses available for all employees
• Team events, meals on duty, and various employee engagement activities