Video Engineer (On-Call)

SFJAZZ is looking for an experienced Video Engineer to provide video capture and recording support for SFJAZZ Artistic and Education departments under the direction of the Executive Artistic Director and Technical Director.

The Video Engineer operates video switching equipment and robotic or static cameras to capture performances at the SFJAZZ Center. This role requires the individual be familiar with the entire lifecycle of video workflow from pre-production through post-production and maintain a strong understanding of audio signal workflows and its integration into recorded and streamed video. The ideal candidate should be highly proficient in broadcast quality standards and identifying and resolving operational errors and troubleshooting.

This position is also responsible for providing post-production editing support for SFJAZZ Digital Projects.

It is essential that this candidate have excellent time-management skills and be able to meet crucial deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as Video Director for SFJAZZ Artistic, Education and Development day time and evening performances


• Directs and operates production video switcher, robotic & static cameras as well as graphics


• Interfaces with live and recording audio engineer(s) to monitor levels and quality of audio to program record and/or stream


• Collaborates with Lighting Designer to establish lighting looks for camera and broadcast


• Operates and configures Hiperwall software and feeds IMAG to the Hiperwall displays


• Assists with on-site supervision of additional video technicians for performances, as needed


• Manage the post-production workflow of video deliverables for SFJAZZ’s Digital program, including reviewing and selecting performance or interview footage, editing footage based on set list or guidance from the Artistic team, collaborating with audio engineers to obtain mastered audio and integrating assets into the full program


• Streams select performances on SFJAZZ platforms (Vimeo, YouTube Live, Facebook, etc), as needed


• Support the Video Systems Technician position on performances and events, as needed


• Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Expert proficiency in the following equipment:

• Black Magic Micro Cinema Camera


• A HVS-490 Broadcast switcher


• HDSDI , CAT6, Single Mode and Multi Mode Fiber patching infrastructure


• Panasonic AW-HE Series PTZ cameras


• Panasonic RP150 Robotic controller


• Tascam Model 24 audio console


• Teradeck Cube 600 Encoders

Expert proficiency in the following software:

• Adobe Media Encoder


• Adobe Premier Pro CC


• Facebook Live


• Restream


• Youtube Live


• Vimeo

Additional qualifications:

• Extensive experience video directing and operating cameras in live performance and corporate event environments


• Skilled editor with experience creating broadcast quality content utilizing video, audio, graphics, lower thirds images and text elements


• An eye for reviewing footage and selecting exciting segments from pre-recorded video content from performances and interviews


• Must be able to take direction and closely collaborate with the Executive Artistic Director

Working Conditions:

SFJAZZ has a hybrid work policy. This position requires you to be onsite 3-5 days per week, based on your established schedules. Evenings and weekends are regularly required. Commitment to accepted shifts is a must.