The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in the live events industry and be part of delivering some of the world’s biggest sporting and entertainment events.
Working as part of the Adi.tv LIVE team, you could find yourself travelling internationally and working in stadiums, arenas, city centres and event venues around the world. From major football and Formula E events to cycling, golf, athletics and large-scale international sporting productions, no two events are the same.
The Role
As an Audio-Visual Operator, you will be involved in the setup, operation and de-rig of professional AV and video systems used within large-scale live events.
You will be responsible for helping to ensure that video and AV content is delivered reliably to the right place, at the right time, throughout a live production.
The role will involve working with a wide range of professional equipment and technologies, including video distribution, routing, playback, LED screens, displays and live production systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting up and operating professional AV and video equipment
- Installing and testing video distribution and signal systems
- Routing video signals to multiple outputs and destinations
- Operating video routers, matrix systems and distribution equipment
- Setting up and operating LED screens and video processors
- Operating video playback and playout servers
- Managing and playing back VT, graphics, adverts, sponsor content and event media
- Supporting live video production and broadcast workflows
- Monitoring video signals and resolving technical issues
- Working with SDI, HDMI, fibre and IP-based video systems
- Carrying out system checks and testing before events go live
- Working closely with production managers, engineers, operators and other technical departments
- Maintaining a high level of technical and operational standards throughout an event
- Assisting with the build and de-rig of event systems
What We're Looking For:
- Experience setting up, testing and operating AV/video systems
- Experience operating AV systems and responding accurately to live production cues
- Knowledge of video signal flow, distribution and routing
- Keen to develop their technical skills and take on increasing responsibility
- Experience working in a live events, AV, broadcast or technical production
- Good understanding of professional AV and video equipment
- Understanding of video distribution
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-pressure live environment
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and calmly
- Positive, hands-on attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Willing and enthusiastic to travel internationally
Why Join ADI?
- Work on some of the world's most iconic events.
- Be part of a friendly, creative and ambitious team.
- Work with some of the world's biggest brands and events
- Competitive Salary based on experience
- Play a role in delivering unforgettable experiences enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide
- Additional benefits package.
Behind every incredible moment is an incredible team, and we'd love for you to be part of ours. So, if you're passionate about live events and ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you
Audio Visual Operator (Live Events) in Preston employer: ADI UK
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