AV Technician – On Call

Skilled in Audio Visual Systems Technology, and interested in part time opportunities with SAM? SAM’s AV Services team maintains a pool of On-Call AV Technicians to support fluctuating needs at SAM throughout the year. 

The AV Technician participates in the load-in, operation, and load-out of Audio-Visual systems and equipment across all three museum locations (Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Asian Art Museum, and Seattle Art Museum Downtown). The position offers varied scheduling and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and engaging environment.

• Operate audiovisual equipment for a host of activities, including but not limited to, lectures, conferences, performances, parties, educational programming, meetings, and rental and corporate events
• Operation of AV systems equipment and technology, including digital video projectors, live sound reinforcement, theatrical lighting, video recording equipment, hybrid or livestreaming platforms, and film screening
• Record events, presentations, lectures as assigned
• Operate and troubleshoot video switching systems (Barco, BlackMagic, etc.) using multiple screens/projectors
• Operate and troubleshoot audio and lighting equipment
• Ensure safe installation of AV equipment under the supervision of SAM staff
• Perform tear-down and load outs of all AV equipment

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, CTS certification, Associates AV Degree, or equivalent experience in projection, video switching, live sound reinforcement, and computing 
• Three years’ experience in theatre, event, or audio-visual work
• Digital and analogue AV systems and signal processing knowledge
• Understanding of signal flow and proficiency in troubleshooting basic and complex AV systems
• Experience with industry standard video switching/engineering systems
• Working knowledge of a variety of audio and lighting consoles
• Capable of multitasking with limited supervision
• Strong work ethic, regularly on time & dependable, must be able to commit to shifts once accepted
• Experience with and understanding of safe rigging practices
• Comfort working on ladders and scaffolding
• Safe operation of multiple types of personnel and scissor lifts
• Ability to successfully execute high visibility events
• Experience and knowledge of proper temporary electrical wiring practices
• Strong customer service skills with ability to be flexible in accommodating last-minute changes or requests
• Exercise discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Knowledge of office software and operating systems; PowerPoint, Keynote, Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Office Suite, Microsoft Windows 10 and 11, macOS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack and internet-based research
• Ability to pass and maintain security background check clearance

• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification
• Lift Certification

• Work areas are primarily inside, in a climate-controlled environment with moderate background noise. Workspaces may include outdoor areas. Work during events may have higher noise levels. Work areas may include outdoor areas for outdoor events, on surfaces such as asphalt, cement, soil, and rough or uneven terrain.
• Approximately 20% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 80%) is spent moving around the work area. Extended periods of standing will be required.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs in high-rise building.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with the public and co-workers is necessary.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and transport up to fifty (50) pounds of equipment and supplies
• Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and radio