Director, Event Center Production & Technical Systems

Job Title

Director, Event Center Production & Technical Systems

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Campus Operations Event Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Director, Event Center Production & Technical Systems

Agency

Tarleton State University

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Department

Campus Operations Event Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Event Center Director of Production & Audio Visual (AV) Systems works under the supervision of the Event Center Executive Director with the primary focus providing exceptional audiovisual and production support for all events occurring within the event center. This position is the lead authority on all audiovisual systems within the Tarleton State Event Center and supports all events within the facility including NCAA men’s & women’s basketball competitions, concerts, road shows, university events, etc.

This position is located in Stephenville, Texas with work hours of Monday to Friday; from 8 AM to 5PM or as business needs indicate. Work hours may vary during peak season and may be subject to afterhours, evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the operations of all audio-visual (sound, lighting & video) equipment and staffing to ensure professional quality audio-visual services are provided for meetings, conferences, concerts, and NCAA athletic competitions within the Tarleton State Event Center.

• Audio: understand full capabilities of house system, set up and operate house audio systems as needed, set up portable PA systems, ensure connectivity with scoreboard video system and/or distributed TV systems, and other AV related functions

• Lighting: understand full capabilities of house computer controlled lighting systems, program lighting levels, and other related functions

• Athletics: understand full capabilities and how to operate in-house Daktronics systems and other technology systems in sypport of NCAA basketball competitions.

• Distributed TV System: understand capabilities of system, ensure connectivity with house sound and/or scoreboard systems, program TV’s based on event schedule, and other related functions

• Understanding and implementing electronic theory and testing procedures, digital electronic components, rigging techniques and equipment safety protocols

• Communicate with clients to obtain necessary technical requirements for developing and executing a plan to create diagrams, fulfill riders, conduct advances, schedule and supervise labor calls, and process equipment orders and establish cost estimates for events and other event related information.

• Conducts walk-through’s with customers to assess the needs for audio, video and multi-media computer equipment including integrating supplementary equipment to in-house assets. For example, concert PA & lighting systems.

• Meeting clients’ standards by handling equipment malfunctions and executing a flawless event.

• Develop and maintain training manuals and other resources for training of personnel.

• Performing inventory management on equipment, wiring, and accessories, and providing reports to management regarding items that need to be repaired, replaced or newly purchased.

• Coordinate and facilitate audio-visual resources with external vendors, customers and media, including facilitating life- stream video, recordings, and news feeds.

• Hire, Train & Supervise student staff in support of the execution of AV/production of events.

This description represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ten years related experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Four years of relevant experience working with NCAA athletic competition equipment and systems, specifically NCAA men’s & women’s basketball.

• Six years of relevant experience overseeing professional audio-visual production and/or equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated record of establishing effective working relationships, both internal and external to the organization.

• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders to create a culture of service and continuous improvement.

• Ability to communicate effectively and articulately in both oral and written communication, while taking into account multiple perspectives and competing interests.

• Strong problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment.

• Ability to work flexible hours and extended schedule to support events and duties that take place outside the normal operating hours.

• Excellent computer and troubleshooting skills.

• Knowledge of electrical safety and risk mitigation practices.

• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and CAD drawings.

• Knowledge of industry terminology, standard operational procedures, and standard technical requirements.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Salary Range

Salary range $53,745 to $76,321 depending on experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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