Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Rural area
• Urban area
• Various locations
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Live, special event or ceremonial program
• Equipment operation
• Troubleshooting

Level of expertise

• Maintenance and repair
• Recording technician
• Video editor
• Computer graphics editor
• Technician

Tasks

• Operate electronic equipment that transmits radio and television programs or motion pictures
• Operate electronic equipment that transmits video conferencing or multimedia presentations
• Set up equipment for scheduled production
• Supervise other technical staff
• Operate mixing, dubbing, editing machinery and equipment
• Operate audio consoles or computers, tape machines, microphones and sound processing equipment at concerts and live events
• Operate audio-visual or electronic equipment
• Prepare and operate videotape recording and playback equipment and edit video tape after production
• Supervise staff
• Supervise technical staff
• Project management
• Perform labouring duties in warehouses
• Operate video recording equipment
• Operate audio-visual equipment
• Leading / instructing groups
• Determine lighting, lenses, camera angles and backgrounds
• Co-ordinate activities with warehouse and production units
• Connect power to audio and visual equipment
• Manage Event Logistics
• Operate broadcast equipment to produce audio and video streaming broadcasts for the Internet
• Assign projects and programs to the purchasing and warehouse departments across the organization

Type of service and repair

• Video cameras and projectors

Specialized audio or video systems

• Computer graphic imagery system
• Digital effect sound mastery units
• Computer assisted control editors

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• MS Windows
• Audio-visual or videography
• Networking software

Area of work experience

• Live concert production
• Theatre or stage production
• Video production
• Lighting technician

Area of specialization

• Audio / audio-visual

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Wellness program