Video Engineer

[Gearhouse Arabia]

Video Engineer

 

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

 

PRG GEARHOUSE, the region's largest Event Technology provider is searching for candidates with the right energy, commitment and passion for the events and entertainment industry. With unparalleled access to the world's most extensive stock of equipment and resources, the positions available will offer the opportunity to challenge and develop your skillset.

We currently have a vacancy for a Video Engineer.

You must be experienced in working on mid to large-scale events and be competent at delivering to a high standard in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor venues.

 

Summary of principal duties and responsibilities:

 

· Working from and interpreting detailed schematics, including preparation of equipment, power calculations and configurations from technical drawings.

· Leading a team of technicians and crew onsite when necessary.

· Setup, operation and de-rig of Video systems for live events of any size.

· Excellent understanding of the technical requirements needed to deliver live video.

· Ability to liaise with the client and colleagues in a professional and diplomatic nature.

· Liaising with the customer where necessary to source all relevant production details (in particular identifying exceptional requirements).

· Liaising with all PRG departments, Project Managers and any external companies to ensure the best outcome for each event.

· Maintaining the video equipment in a good, safe and efficient working condition.

· Offer technical advice to other team members when necessary.

 

Qualities and attributes required:

 

· Previous experience in a similar role with a detailed knowledge of all aspects of video technology.

· Excellent understanding of the technical requirements needed to deliver live video including all video formats, cabling and signal types.

· Essential experience with projection, analog and digital video systems.

· Excellent customer service and communication skills.

· Previous experience of supervising a team.

· Extensive live show operating experience.

· Excellent computer skills including all Microsoft Office application.

· Good analytical and problem solving skills with the confidence to make critical decisions when necessary.

· Good working knowledge of HD Camera Systems, Widescreen Projection, Media Servers and Indoor / Outdoor LED screens for large scale corporate and public events.

· Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multi task.

 

Successful candidates will have a good command of the English language and hold a full driving license.

If you feel you could enjoy an opportunity that offers guaranteed career development whilst contributing to the team and the company please send us a covering letter and up-to-date CV to recruitment@prg.com