LED Technician Job Vacancy

London Audio Visual Ltd is expanding! We are a leading Audio Visual Rental supplier to major Event & Production Companies, Event Planners and a host of exclusive venues throughout London and the UK. Due to the planned expansion of our Video department and the growing demand for LED and visual products, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced LED technician to join our dynamic team.

You’ll find our team is friendly and effective – a strong, hardworking group where everyone is valued and most importantly where we all enjoy what we do! The successful candidate will have the support and space to build a secure career within our growing Company.

THE ROLE

To rig, set-up, operate and de-rig a wide range of specialist audio, video & LED screens and LED processors associated products along with other related AV products
To have knowledge of LED and Novastar processing, knowledge of projection, video switchers, scalers and distribution
Will show excellent knowledge of working with Media Server software such as, Resolume, Millumin, Qlab
Manage and lead a team of AV/ event technicians , crew and sub-contractors during in-house preparation, build -up, use and de-rig of events, thus ensuring an efficient and safe event that is delivered on time and within budgeted hours
To undertake and oversee the pre-production and preparation of equipment for an event
To provide technical solution design, assisting the sales team with support, specifications and costings for client’s events
Where required represent the Company on site meetings and liaise with clients, contractors and suppliers
Assist with daily liaison between company departments, sales, operations teams and warehouse regarding crewing and AV equipment requirements
To provide on-site technical support where required
Delivering and collecting equipment from various venue sites and suppliers
Assist with the project management of an event in line with any detailed brief supplied by the sales team
Ensure that all audio visual services are delivered to clients in a professional and efficient manner
Liaising with clients on finer details such as equipment placement , control areas etc
Assist and advise clients on the operation of certain equipment supplied without an on-site technician
Assist in maintaining quality control i.e. – monitoring condition of equipment, reporting any faults etc
Assist with any training of technical staff on the use and operation of new equipment & technologies
To operate in compliance with the Companies Health & Safety policy and procedures at all times
To assist the sales team with site visits and pre-inspect the space to confirm the solution that London Audio Visual will provide

ABOUT YOU

As this is a skilled position within our technical team we are looking for someone with a solid background within the AV and Events industry.

The successful candidate will be someone who:-

is presentable, polite, well-mannered and well groomed. You must have good communication and client-facing skills as you will be operating in a corporate environment. And as mentioned in the role, will be conducting site visits and meeting clients face to face to determine the perfect AV solution for their requirements.
understands the flexible nature of the events industry and who is used to working unsociable hours and working under pressure to strict timelines
is fluent in English – both spoken and written
has at least 3 years experience as a LED technician
has a full, clean UK drivers licence and comfortable to drive company vans around London and the UK
is a team player who is able to operate calmly under pressure. We are looking for a self-motivated person who is passionate about a long-term career with London Audio Visual

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

You will have experience in the following technologies:-

Vision mixers / switchers – Roland, Analogway, Barco etc
Video Wall processors – eg Novastar, Datapath X4 / FX4, etc
Video Displays – Large Format Displays ( LFD’s), Projectors ( Panasonic, Christie, Barco etc) LCD Video walls, LED Video walls ( Absen, Unilumen, DigiLED, etc)
Video Signals and distribution – HD-SDI, HDMI over Cat5, Scan converters, EDID, etc
Software: Powerpoint , Keynote , Qlab, Playback Pro, etc
Audio ;- PA systems , Wireless mics, Digital & analog audio mixers
Lighting – basic knowledge of DMX and lighting control

Experience in any of the following would also be beneficial:-

Software:- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop etc)
Video Cameras – Sony, Panasonic etc
Some experience in rigging and power distribution

This is a permanent position which we are looking to fill as soon as possible. We offer a competitive salary package based on experience.

If you feel you have the right skills and experience, are self-motivated and have a passion for the events industry then please get in touch.

Job Type – Permanent ( 3 month probation period)

Job Location – Central London SE17

Salary – negotiable based on skill-set and experience

Required experience – at least 3 years operating as a LED technician

Must have UK drivers licence

Send CVs to careers@londonaudiovisual.co.uk