Media Systems Engineering Technician at LAIKA

General Summary
The Media Systems Engineering Technician works closely with other members of the Media Systems Engineering Team to provide audio and visual technical support and installations throughout the studio. This position needs to become familiar with the current technologies in use at the studio and gain detailed knowledge of how they work in order to support all departments.   

Job Functions 

• Deliver, install, and set up audio/video equipment in various locations throughout the studio, support our theaters and editorial suites, and maintain conference rooms. 
• Set, strike, and operate AV equipment for company events. 
• Maintain and troubleshoot AV equipment. 
• Calibrate video monitors and projectors. 
• Provide training to colleagues on using AV equipment and video conferencing systems. 
• Work with the Facilities Department on equipment moves and installs. 
• Keep an inventory of tools, cables, and spare parts. 
• Maintain and upgrade various software systems. 
• Maintain tidy department workspaces. 

Qualifications 

• Relevant experience in troubleshooting and providing support for AV equipment in a professional setting. 
• Experience with Mac, Windows, and Linux operating systems. 
• Experience with AV editing software packages. 
• Familiarity with new and trending technologies in audio and video.
• Experience with computer networking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Light scripting and coding experience preferred. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.  

Location 
On-site in Hillsboro, OR 

Salary 
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.

Disclaimer 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.