Under the direction of the Supervisor, Audio Visual, the Audio-Visual Technician – Entertainment, is responsible for the setup, operation, maintenance, Audio, lighting, and video equipment to enhance the live entertainment experiences and special events performed throughout Yaamava’ Resort & Casino venues.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Programs, engineers, operates, and rigs a variety of lighting and audio-visual equipment including, but not limited to; lighting consoles for live performances, recording equipment, mixing live performance audio, microphones, speakers, projectors, video screens, video monitors, video switching and PTZ camera control.2. Responsible for documenting all live performance event details. Able to interpret artist riders and specifications to prepare sufficiently for live events. Set up of events per rider requirements, and constructs staging when needed. Capable of setting up all backline equipment including amplifiers, keyboards, drum kits, drum pads, and percussion.3. Consistently tracks and maintains an inventory of all Audiovisual (AV) equipment.4. Maintains knowledge of new audio, video, and lighting technologies. Stays active in pursuing additional audio, video, and lighting certifications.5. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
• A High School diploma or GED is required. • Bachelor’s degree in Audio, Video, and lighting for live entertainment is preferred.• Minimum of one (1) year experience with live entertainment performance in at least one category below: Lighting experience L2 level lighting programmer, Audio experience A2 level Audio Engineer, or Video experience V2 level operator required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
• Must have experience setting up microphones, speakers, video production equipment, lighting equipment, and LED video walls. Able to operate lighting, video, and digital mixing consoles for live performances. • Knowledge and skills with lighting and video systems, including Intelligent Lighting, Show Control, and programming LED moving head fixtures on the GrandMA2 and GrandMA3, Dante, Crestron, Qsys, Resolume, ATEM, and Blackmagic are preferred.• Must know how to network lighting systems, and how to use PC-based lighting control software. • Knowledge of high-format live audio digital consoles including but not limited to Yamaha, Avid, Digi-co, Midas, and Shure Wireless.• Knowledge of high format PA systems including but not limited to L-Acoustics, Meyer, Clair, and d&b Audio Technik.• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. • Must have exceptional customer service skills.• Must be able to operate a scissor lift and or boom lift up to a height of 50 feet.• Must be able to operate a forklift/pallet jack.• Must be able to utilize A-frame extension ladders to work on truss lighting and Audio or video.
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS
• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.• Professional certification in Audio and Visual technology or related fields is preferred. • Certification in GrandMA2 Console and Grand MA3 Console or equivalent lighting console and Yamaha CL Digital consoles and or Dante, Q-sys, Crestron, AVIXA-CTS is preferred.• Select One of the Following: o No Driving Responsibilities: Role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.• Primary work environment is in a live entertainment setting within a resort and casino inclusive of both indoor and outdoor environments.• The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions such as rain, wind, cold and hot climates.• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.• Strength sufficient to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally.• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and otheroffice productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings,via videoconference and over the telephone.• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.
Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.
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Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel is located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles in the city of Highland, CA. It is one of the largest casinos on the West Coast, with 7,000 slot machines, 150 table games, and five high-limit rooms. We are one of the top 10 largest casino resorts in the US.
Guests enjoy sweeping views of the San Bernardino Mountains, live entertainment, and a full array of dining options, which include The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Hong Bao Kitchen, Serrano Vista Cafe, Rock & Brews, Chingon Kitchen, Big Mo’ Cafe, and 11 bars and lounges.
The Serrano Spa earned a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, and The Pines Modern Steakhouse and Yaamava’ Resort each earned a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award, with all three being the first in the Inland Empire to receive such designation. Yaamava' Resort and Casino at San Manuel also received two 2023 AAA Four Diamonds ratings for the new hotel and The Pines Modern Steakhouse.
Our hotel features a 17-story tower with 432 guest rooms & suites. Guests relax in an elevated pool with a bar and private cabanas, the lavish full-service Serrano spa and salon, a health and fitness center, a full array of dining options, multiple bars and lounges, and luxe retail shops.
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