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Production

Video/Projection Crew Chief Full Time

The Metropolitan Opera seeks an experienced video/projection systems technician with experience working in large scale live theatrical and/or broadcast presentation environments.  The Electric-Video Department is responsible for video/projection systems integration, maintenance, and operations/run crew for all Opera repertory and special event video/projection as well as in-house support for meetings and presentations.  This position is represented by Local One I.A.T.S.E. under a collective bargaining agreement.
Rate of Pay: $47.71 per hour per CBA.

Primary Responsibilities

  • As a member of the Electrics Department, lead video/projection operations by scheduling work assignments, supervising daily operations, and submitting payroll entry.
  • Maintain Met Opera Production Video network and equipment inventory in working order.
  • Support Head Electrician in preparation of operating and capital budgets and funding requests to maintain suitable equipment inventory for all scheduled presentations/uses.
  • Interface with Production department and in-house/visiting Design teams to develop requirements for New Production video effects, equipment, and infrastructure.
  • Maintain expert knowledge of Disguise video platform programming and operation.
  • Keep abreast of developing technology, trends, and best practices in entertainment video.
  • Upkeep of production data storage on Met servers, in collaboration with IS team.
  • Work with outside vendors and consultants to coordinate season rentals and new equipment purchasing.
  • Act as programmer/operator for productions as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

  • As a member of the Electrics Department, lead video/projection operations by scheduling work assignments, supervising daily operations, and submitting payroll entry.
  • Maintain Met Opera Production Video network and equipment inventory in working order.
  • Support Head Electrician in preparation of operating and capital budgets and funding requests to maintain suitable equipment inventory for all scheduled presentations/uses.
  • Interface with Production department and in-house/visiting Design teams to develop requirements for New Production video effects, equipment, and infrastructure.
  • Maintain expert knowledge of Disguise video platform programming and operation.
  • Keep abreast of developing technology, trends, and best practices in entertainment video.
  • Upkeep of production data storage on Met servers, in collaboration with IS team.
  • Work with outside vendors and consultants to coordinate season rentals and new equipment purchasing.
  • Act as programmer/operator for productions as assigned.

Physical Demands

  • Must be available to work days/nights/weekends during Opera season as production schedule dictates.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Must be able to work well in a high-pressure/fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to work successfully with a variety of personality types.
  • Must be able to learn and adapt to a changing work environment.
  • Must be able to work successfully both independently and as part of a team.
The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.