The Brooklyn Museum is seeking a highly skilled Multimedia Technician to join our team. As a key member of our Audio-Visual department, you will be responsible for setting up and running sound and video equipment for live events, exhibitions, and internal meetings.

• Equipment Management: Fabricate, test, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain all audiovisual equipment used for museum exhibitions, live and online programming, and internal and public events.
• Event Support: Set up and support public and internal programming, including meetings, events, and online panel discussions through Zoom conferencing software and online social media streaming services.
• Content Creation: Provide in-house production and create multimedia content by performing duties that include but are not limited to:
  • On-site and off-site filming and audio recording
  • Post-production editing and captioning on media for exhibitions and public events
  • Set up projections for talks/lectures, assisting Museum staff with virtual programs, audio support for musical events, set-up and maintenance of video installations
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain, organize, and build storage units for equipment and take inventory of all AV equipment, including periodic condition checks and maintenance.
• Digital Archiving: Create digital archiving projects, including program and exhibition media documentation and archiving of TBM drive.

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Three years' experience operating and maintaining sound production, film, video, and projection systems
• General knowledge of public address systems
• Strong understanding of audiovisual and presentation technologies
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and follow through to resolve technical issues
• Knowledge of audio and video editing software and transcoding video, as well as livestreaming and social media platforms
• Knowledge of 16-mm video production and PAL system
• Experience soldering and terminating cable, fabricating and installing equipment racks, installing projectors and monitors, and troubleshooting audio and video systems
• Comprehensive computer knowledge, including Windows and Mac operating systems
• Meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to complete tasks
• Ability to work well under pressure within a tight deadlines, the capacity to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and strong verbal and interpersonal skills
• Able to coordinate, execute, and support executive, educational, and routine meetings in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with video-wall installations and multi-projector installations is a plus