Do you want to be a part of a team of people you enjoy working with, doing work you love, with a company culture built on the philosophy of “Building a place we all want to work”? Do you want to lead a growing team of production techs, mentoring them while still being hands-on with AVL gear on a daily basis? Read on.
avad3 Event Production is ten years old and located in Northwest Arkansas, which boasts a thriving economy of commerce, culture, and education, all situated in the stunning natural setting of the Ozark Mountains. Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing economies in the country, and it’s easy to see why the area attracts top talent and businesses who call this area home. We are a team that is passionate about production, serving our clients, and serving one another.
We’re looking for a Senior Production Tech to lead and mentor a professional team of techs in addition to operating AVL equipment on-site for our event and video productions. Your weeks will consist of managing and mentoring a team of AVL techs, creating and improving systems and processes that contribute to increased quality and efficiency at events, being on show sites operating gear as a lead tech, and overseeing the maintenance and constant improvement of avad3 equipment in the shop. You will report to the Production Director at avad3.
At avad3 we have a vision of helping organizations capture and amplify the good they are doing. We believe no organization, regardless of budget, should be without quality production. We work hard to make our business scalable, from small local events to large, national, streamed, multi-day conferences from coast to coast. Our focus is on helping them communicate, and our mission focuses on that through what we do best: production. As the Senior Production Tech, you manage our techs who are the boots on the ground, allowing us to focus on our craft of production to suit our client’s needs.
Requirements
Every member of this team is known for professionalism and passion for production.
- 5+ years of professional work experience
- 2+ years experience managing people or volunteers
- 5+ years of proven production tech experience in live events
- Gifted in being a fast learner, someone who “gets” production engineering
- Outstanding ability to adapt from specialization for one event to generalization the next
- Ability to manage multiple roles on-site
In addition to the above experience, the successful applicant will:
- be trustworthy
- be teachable, humble and ready to learn
- be a team player
- love to hustle
- be a self-starter, able to work without direct supervision
- be organized and schedule-driven
- have excellent written communication skills
- be comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- be willing to travel
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Working in small business
- Audio (Shure wireless, Midas M32, small line arrays)
- Video (broadcast cameras, ProPresenter, ATEM switchers, projection)
- Lighting (ETC S4 leko / parnel, Chauvet Rogue movers, RoadHog4, rigging)
- General (Apple Mac, basic networking, intercom)
- Creative / film (Canon C200/DSLR, Aputure lighting, Adobe Premier)
Benefits
At avad3 Event Production, we are building a place we all want to work. Check out our benefits package below.
- 401K Retirement with 6% company match
- Company-paid 60% healthcare benefits
- Relocation reimbursement allowance for applicants outside the Northwest Arkansas region
- Annual company offsite days, canoe float, Christmas party and fun time as a team!
- Annual training budget for seminars, etc.
- Cell phone reimbursement allowance
- Company-issued Apple MacBook computer
- Paid personal days starting at 20 days per year
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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