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Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 96-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Video Specialist is responsible for onsite execution of video equipment for events within the region. During load-in and show, this person manages content for the client. The role will also be assigned pre-production design responsibilities for several shows that they execute.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Orlando, FL.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Participates and directs the installation, optimization, and monitoring of the video system during the event for video systems.
• Works closely with client specs, sales staff, operations, and project managers to develop video designs and to coordinate pre-production, onsite, and post-production activities in line with event budget.
• Creates wiring diagrams and video plots for shows based on budgeted designs; ensures on-site personnel have and understand this information.
• Functions as onsite Client Contact and/or Crew Chief.
• Fills the role of on-site Screen Switch Operator (E2, S3), Video Engineer, LED Specialist as assigned.
• Directs the onsite crew that include full and/or part time labor including specialists, technicians, and union employees. Duties include hiring, training, assigning work, overseeing installation of equipment, and ensuring that activities are performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Handles on-site grievances up to and including notifying hiring manager if anyone needs to be released from their duties.
• Submits show reports for each event to Senior Leadership, which include issues and successes on show, and evaluation of labor performance, which will be used to determine future assignments.
• Ensures that company safety guidelines are followed and implemented on show site.
• Directs load-in, load-out, install, and dismantle of equipment.
• Directs and/or assist both technical and labor crews.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct specification setup and optimization of meeting room, exhibits, and general sessions video systems as needed.
• Recommends video personnel during scheduling process to ensure company resources are used effectively and follow company procedures and employee policies.
• Evaluates the competency of Video Specialists to ensure that Freeman’s quality standards are maintained.
• Performs show-site duties for high profile or technically complicated with significant entertainment or high-production value including: directing show site labor, operating gear, and troubleshooting.
• Stays current with new and developing industry trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years experience working in video production with a minimum of 5 years focused on corporate events; or equivalent combination of education, certification and experience.
• Ability to engineer instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to communicate how to install various related equipment.
• Advanced understanding of the fundamentals of analog/digital video, formats, aspect resolutions, and connector types.
• Ability to install and troubleshoot complex video systems within an event.
• Ability to lead video crew.
• Advanced understanding of video systems and optimization.
• Experience with Barco Encore/E2 and/or Christie Sypder switching systems.
• Experience drawing system design in AutoCad or VectorWorks.
• Experience designing large-scale video systems with company inventory.
• Experience with advanced video networking and media server integration.
• Experience with projector pixel mapping a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Valid state drivers license required.
• Barco Encore/E2 training certification strongly preferred.
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
