Position Summary

The Audio-Visual Technician is responsible for providing AV support for all programs, events, and meetings in addition to assisting with all elements of classroom set up.  The AV tech is also responsible for collaborating on equipment needs and training end users on how to operate AV equipment properly and safely.

ACCOUNTABLITIES

• Support the setup, testing, operation, and breakdown of AV systems for live concerts, special events, meetings, and all on-site programs.
• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot AV equipment, including cameras, microphones, speakers, displays, projectors, televisions, and computers.
• Provide AV systems training to presenters, faculty, and assistants.
• Take a proactive approach to identifying, addressing, and resolving presenter and AV needs in real time.
• Provide technical support with the setup, operation, and production of recorded programs, including Livestreams, Kripalu Online Studio (KOS) classes, marketing shoots, and internal hybrid meetings.
• Maintain professional, clear, and timely communication with colleagues, presenters, faculty, and staff using all established communication channels to ensure smooth program delivery.
• Contribute to ongoing workflow refinement and process improvements in collaboration with AV and Production teams.
• Assist with inventory management and the upkeep of the AV shop.
• Work collaboratively and pro-actively with Production to support program execution and room readiness, assisting with program room setups (i.e. yoga props, seating)
• Support training with Production on basic AV needs (PowerPoint, mics, etc.)

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing equity, diversity, and contributing to an inclusive environment.

• Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas.
• Willingness and ability to be agile in work, supporting across own department as well as across the organization as needed.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, remaining current regarding development and trends in areas of expertise.
• Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional learning and growth.
• Models the values of Kripalu including Love, Wholeness, Unity, Service, and Evolution.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated ability to work on a fast-paced team.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills; Positive attitude.
• Takes initiative and follows through on directed projects.

• Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technologies

Minimal Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience operating audio-visual equipment for live events to include lectures, concerts and special programming.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience running and maintaining audio visual equipment, including concert set-up, recording, and multi-media set-up
• Prior experience with livestreamed events and web-based meeting platforms helpful but not required
• Knowledge of Livestreaming Software Programs. OBS, WireCast, Vmix, etc. helpful but not required.
• Proficient with PC/Mac systems, Microsoft Office (including Excel), and presentation software (PowerPoint, Keynote), with understanding of projection and display resolutions
• Knowledge of live audio reinforcement, audio and video recording, and post-production.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends is essential, as is the flexibility to adjust schedule according to the needs of the events.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push and pull at least 50 pounds at a time independently or with assistance on an occasional basis
• Ability to stand up for extended periods of time
• Ability to use fine motor skills ability to adapt to changes in temperature due to changing weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, walk, kneel, push, pull and twist repeatedly
• Ability to tolerate exposure to noise from general environment

BENEFITS (Start Day One of Employment)  

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time, Paid Holidays
• Vision
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Free Meals in the Kripalu Dining Hall 
• Discounted Purchases in the Kripalu Shop and for Healing Arts Services
• Yoga Classes, and the opportunity to participate in Kripalu Programs