Audiovisual Operator and Stage Manager (IR-SG-TF-2024-10-LD)

6 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CERN - European Organization for Nuclear Research

Department

Human Resources

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Switzerland

Application Deadline

4 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Zurich)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Introduction

Does the idea of making technically possible hundreds of on-site, off-site and online events that reach thousands of participants (visit.cern/events )motivate you? Do you thrive in a fast-paced diverse working environment with many challenges? CERN offers an exciting opportunity within the International Relations Sector to play a key role as an audiovisual operator and a stage manager in CERN Science Gateway’s  brand new public spaces, including its 900-seat auditorium.

Functions

• As audio-visual (A/V) technical specialist, you will, amongst other tasks:
  • Participate in planning and setting up the layout for necessary A/V material and equipment for up to 300 on-site and off-site events each year.
  • Review, install and maintain technical equipment.
  • Act as audio-visual operator and stage manager for the various events in the CERN Science Gateway and in the Globe of Science and Innovation.
  • Provide technical and safety expertise and advice to organisers of the events.
  • Interface with other CERN services: Safety, Conference Rooms Support team, Logistics, Guards etc.
  • Provide A/V expertise to the Science Gateway technical support team for exhibitions, laboratories, and public spaces (exhibits, screens, audio systems etc).
• As a member of the Science Gateway technical support team, support logistical tasks for the set-up of rooms, preparation of activities and general maintenance of the entire facility

Requirements

Research Field

Other

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Technical certificate or general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Audio-Visual Technology or a related field.

Certification in industry standard audio-visual protocols (Dante, NDI, etc.) is an asset.

Experience:

• Extensive experience in
  • Audio-visual equipment installation, maintenance and operation
  • Audio-visual operations and stage manager for conferences, artistic performances, film screenings, theatre plays, music performances, video capture and other stage performances etc.
  • Online events (streaming, recording)
  • Events logistics
  • Events safety
• Any proven experience in technical support for exhibitions, guided tours, off-site events, public and educational spaces is an asset.

Technical competencies:

• Audio-visual production
• Knowledge and deployment of computing hardware
• Installation, operation and maintenance (preventive and corrective) of computing systems
• Operation and maintenance of networks

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind ; Allocating appropriate amount of time for completing tasks
• Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships
• Managing Self: maintaining a positive outlook even in difficult situations; demonstrating resilience and persistence in response to setbacks and adversity
• Solving Problems: anticipating obstacles; assessing alternative solutions in order to have a fall-back plan
• Demonstrating Flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French: ability to understand and speak the other language in routine situations.

Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity  has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 04.03.2024

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:

• Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization's installations.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• A valid driving licence.
• Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Stand-by duty, when required by the needs of the Organization.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: IR-SG-TF-2024-10-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Computing Technician

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

CERN

Country

Switzerland

City

Geneva

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CERN/743999965615268-audiovisual-operator-and-…

Contact

City

Meyrin

Website

https://careers.cern

Street

Esplanade des particules 1

Postal Code

1217

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED