Senior Show Audio and Video Designer (15-months)

The Show Audio and Video Designer is a member of the technical show quality team and works very closely with Parks & Resorts Facility Services Cast Members to maintain the highest quality of audio and video system throughout the resort. In additional to a high degree of AV technical skills, the Show Audio and Video Designer also has a creative sense for proper Disney theme environment, a strong knowledge of the Disney brand, and the capacity to work independently as well as in a team environment.

They should have the capability to lead large projects under the creative direction.

Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining the media database for all locations, conducting a training class on artistic maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Lead design on large projects, communicate AV design concepts, and guide projects from feasibility through installation, programming, testing, training and post-turnover support
• Understand creative intent, set up demos to test and showcase concepts
• Interface with electrical engineering to ensure AV design compliance
• Conduct technical show reviews independently, identify defects and propose practical solutions
• Monitor parkwide and attraction audio/video quality daily, proactively address issues with cross-functional partners
• Identify obsolete AV products, propose upgrade plans
• Initiate AV system rehab projects including proposals, budgeting, scheduling, and prioritization
• Create and teach regular classes on AV standards, maintenance and design; update training materials
• Develop relationships with global counterparts and internal stakeholders
• Update documentation including specifications, manuals, engineering drawings
• Support park expansion projects by providing input, installation support, vendor interface, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline (electronics, IT, communication, lighting, visual design, audio engineering)
• Minimum 5 years in theme parks, 10 years in the industry
• Experience leading large, complex theme park projects
• Current knowledge of new and emerging AV technologies
• Strong experience with SQS standards and procedures
• In-depth knowledge of AV equipment and vendor relationships
• Ability to define and teach training classes
• Strong creative visual sense; familiarity with LED, projection and display devices
• Expertise in video systems, projection alignment/mapping
• Knowledge of structures/mechanical for projector frame and cable design
• Q-sys troubleshooting and programming skills
• Audio networking application experience
• Proficiency with CAD, Revit or similar design software
• Speaker testing and acoustic measurement experience preferred
• Excellent computer systems, database and documentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Highly organized with ability to work well independently and in teams
• Ownership mindset and responsibility for the guest experience
• Thrives under pressure and strict deadlines
• Willingness to travel extensively

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