A/V Crew

NOTE: This is a residential, seasonal (May - October) position. Before submitting your application, please read our Frequently Asked Questions. Omega Seasonal Staff Experience Omega's seasonal staff experience offers the unique opportunity for individuals to contribute professional skills and compassionate customer service while thriving in a vibrant learning-oriented environment. Contribute Meaningful Work - Join a team of people who are passionate about contributing to a meaningful cause. Learn and Grow - Enjoy access to specially designed Holistic Education Program classes, trainings, and events. Immerse in Nature - Explore Omega's beautiful 250-acre campus and amenities. Seasonal Staff Commitment We seek individuals who are committed to providing exemplary work in support of our mission, and who model our values - Holism, Community, Sustainability, Service, and Integrity. Seasonal staff members represent Omega as excellent stewards of professional and compassionate service. Each interaction with workshop participants, faculty and fellow staff members, creates the Omega experience. Job Description AV Crew: non-exempt, full-time; on average 35 hours per week. Reports to AV Manager. Summary The Audio Visual (AV) department serves the Omega campus in three capacities: Audio Visual Production of workshops and concerts, Audio Recording for Archive and online content, and Video/Web production. Each of these teams works both independently and in collaboration with each other and the rest of the Omega community. AV facilitates all audio-visual equipment needs for catalog workshops, campus entertainment, staff programming and staff functions. AV works as a division of the Event Services department and works closely with People and Culture, and Operations. The AV department audio records about 30% of the catalog workshops, making the content available online and to the faculty as needed. The Video/Web team works closely with the Marketing and Programming departments, videotaping and live-streaming selected programs. They also conduct faculty video interviews and create B-roll for promotional purposes. Behind the scenes, the Video/Web team spends significant time reviewing, editing and transforming material into web content. AV staff work directly with visiting faculty, and play a vital role in classroom operations. As staff members with high visibility on campus, staff are expected to maintain a professional appearance, approachable demeanor, and be able to adapt effectively to challenging situations. AV staff should be strong communicators and confident speaking in public. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Setup, remove, operate, and maintain all audio-visual equipment in the catalog and staff workshop spaces. Clean equipment and maintain inventory of equipment & supplies. Work with the AV Manager and Supervisor to coordinate and facilitate classroom changeovers and upcoming events. Transport department-related packages. Assist the Recording Supervisor with recording operations, duplication, preparations, administration, and the delivery of audio sales. Communicate via phone and email with the AV management team and other Omega departments. Possess a valid driver's license, and operate motor vehicles as necessary. Other duties as required by the supervisor. Work Details This position functions on the Omega campus. This is a full-time position, 35 hours a week. The recording shift hours are reflective of the workshop demands and will start 30 minutes earlier and end 30 minutes later than the schedule defined by the faculty. Physical Requirements Ability to occasionally move items that weigh 50-100 pounds for various needs. Ability to work atop a 20 ft. ladder. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Ability to traverse a hilly campus in diverse weather conditions. Ability to position self to perform diverse job tasks as necessary. Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Ability to work in a constant sate of alertness and safe manner. Ability to observe details at close range. Required Experience/Qualities Basic knowledge of live audio setup and recording, and stage lighting. Working experience or the willingness and capability to learn multi-channel mixing consoles; musical, vocal, and wireless microphones; slide, overhead, and LCD projectors; TVs and VCRs; live stage setup with house system and stage monitors; basic stage lighting. Comfortable and confident when engaging an audience or being on stage with faculty. Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, Web Design, Pro-Tools, Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro Studio, Flash) Timely, reliable, and service oriented individual. Excellent interpersonal skills. Team Player. Able to receive direction and self-motivate. Valid Driver's License. Alignment with Omega's Mission, Goals and Core Values. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Compensation Seasonal staff work full-time for six months, between early-May through late-October. Seasonal staff receive a compensation package that includes: Wage Indoor housing Three delicious meals per day in our mostly vegetarian Dining Hall Access to Omega's staff benefits This compensation package is at minimum equivalent to the New York State minimum wage. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Omega complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable New York State or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, Omega will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, Inc. ("Omega") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, New York State, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. As a community of learners, we are committed to putting our organizational aspirations into practice, as outlined in our Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI) Statement. Omega strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of actual or perceived race; color; creed; age; religion; national origin; citizenship status; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions); gender (including gender identity); sexual orientation; disability; marital status; partnership status; familial status; status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses; genetic predisposition; veteran's status; military status; or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. All Omega employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. 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