Digital Technician
Job Description
Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
GCU is looking for a fulltime Digital Technician. Under direct supervision, this entry level role provides technical support to campus and arena events by way of setup, integration, operation and aid with maintenance of various audio and/or video equipment as well as staging lighting configuration to ensure quality video production.
What You Will Do:
Set up and configuration of audio systems for live sound reinforcement.
Operating audio mixes and audio consoles for live sound production.
Assist with setup and maintenance of show and stage layouts for each event.
Responsible for reporting potential maintenance needs of electrical components related to audio systems.
Participate in meetings to gain knowledge of audio/video requirements needed for future events and ensuring that all equipment is on hand and ready to go.
Follows appropriate standardized procedures for each type of service event which includes onsite work and administrative activities associated with technical work, such as logging reports.
Assist with research analysis when requested regarding audio/video needs for events and future growth plans.
Observes safety precautions and requirements.
What You Will Have:
High School Diploma
4-year degree in Engineering or related field (desired but not required)
Certificate or course work in Sound Design, Live Sound Reinforcement or related field (desired but not required).
Basic understanding of electrical theories and safety procedures.
Basic understanding of audio concepts and live sound reinforcement.
Demonstrated practical application of working audio mixing console.
Basic understanding of audio and video signal routing.
Ability to troubleshoot and investigate equipment issues.
Ability to be quickly determine problem and provide solution during event to guarantee audio production is uninterrupted.
Ability to be a team player.
Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated with ability to manage time to meet scheduled activities.
Willingness and ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, holidays, special events depending on event schedules.
Ability to lift, move and carry up to 45 pounds alone and up to 90 pounds assisted and willingness and ability to run cabling when necessary and set up all necessary equipment.
Must pass pre-employment background investigation.
Why work at GCU:
Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan.
Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events.
Free covered parking
We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
Free on-site gyms at all our office locations
Application Instructions
Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!
Apply OnlinePosted: 11/22/2024
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: R000058437