Audio-Visual Specialist

3 months ago


Houston, United States Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Full time

Responsibilities:

  • Serves as primary digital and film projectionist in our two auditoriums.
  • Responsible for downloading and ingesting for digital films.
  • Provides advanced level of support for screening 35mm films as well as caring for archival copies of films.
  • Does test screening of films before public screenings.
  • Oversees condition reports for incoming and outgoing films with Conservation dept.
  • Schedule and work with outside vendors to support and repair equipment in the two auditoriums, to including regular preventative maintenance.
  • Cooperates with the Film Department to ensure films arrive and leave on time.
  • Provide instruction for other AV techs and museum employees. Maintain training and procedural documentation for both theaters.
  • Provides technical support for various event types in the auditoriums, including tech checks with presenters and performers.
  • Provides audio and video documentation of museum events, education programs and assorted training sessions for archival and study purposes.
  • Assists AV Dept to plan, install, construct, operate and maintain media equipment in exhibitions.
  • Assist AV Dept with installs and maintains permanent installations of AV equipment throughout the museum campus including repairing and replacing.
  • Keeps the inventory of equipment accurate and current in relevant areas.
  • Trains On-Call staff as needed.


Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Expertise in projecting digital and 16/35mm films.
  • Must be able to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis.
  • Must be able to support events that have multiple components, such as a film followed by a Zoom conversation with the director.
  • Must have experience supporting and maintaining digital projectors, as well as 35mm and 16mm motion picture projectors at a basic level
  • Recommend having experience supporting live audio systems, videoconferencing and other audio-visual hardware.
  • Must be able to evaluate, implement and promote digital media equipment, software and services that meet museum needs. IE Playback Pro, DCP software, etc.
  • Must have demonstrated problem solving ability.
  • Must have excellent customer service skills, be detail oriented and have a strong work ethic.
  • Strong computer skills required including Windows, Microsoft Office and Apple software suite. Must have basic knowledge of computer networking concepts.
  • Must be able to prioritize, work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have professional appearance and demeanor appropriate to working in a professional environment.


Education and Experience:

  • Five years audio visual experience, film theater preferred.
  • Previous exhibition installation experience preferred.
  • Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a background check.


Equal Opportunities for All

At the MFAH, we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.

Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.


Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.


The MFAH is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and/or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department: HR@mfah.org



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