Event Support Engineer Event Productions
Event Support Engineer Event Productions
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Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to join Amazon and play a key role in producing highimpact events in a large event venue and studio at our new Cape Town campus.
The candidate should be a skilled event video production engineer with expertise in camera operation PTZ controls and video mixing. The ideal candidate has a strong background in live video production is highly organized and is customerobsessed with a passion for delivering seamless event experiences.
In this role they will be responsible for capturing mixing and producing highquality video content for a variety of live events from conferencestyle meetings to special productions demonstrating systems knowledge interpersonal skills and the ability to keep calm focused and confident in a production environment.
Key job responsibilities
Operate and manage PTZ cameras video switchers.
Ensure seamless video mixing and switching for live productions.
Setup configure operate monitor troubleshoot and derig event/AV equipment.
Ability to operate in role autonomously lead train and oversee vendor engineer personnel.
Report any problems that arise with complex equipment make repairs as able.
System and inventory management maintain data/records of equipment use.
Develop document and maintain event/AV standards and drive process improvements.
Raise the bar for our customers by searching out opportunities to help others improve skillsets and processes.
A day in the life
An Event Support Engineers role is to operate production equipment during live events in Amazons on campus large production venue. The Event Support Engineer will work alongside Producers peers and customers to deliver high quality event experiences. This work will encompass all stages of the event process including preproduction planning set delivery and derig/restore of event spaces.
Preevent:
Communicate with Event producer to determine technical needs.
Setup configuration and thorough testing of equipment ahead of event.
Event delivery:
Operation of event/AV equipment (audio video lighting)
Livemix video feeds
Optimizing systems for the best quality attainable.
Adaptable to customer needs and changes.
Postevent:
Assist with derig of event space(s) ensuring correct equipment handling and storage.
Participate in postevent feedback discussions/surveys.
About the team
The Event Production team provides high quality support to internal Amazon customers. The team consists of engineers and system engineers who work daily with the installed production equipment helping to plan and execute each event within the space. The Event Production team culture is built around providing quality customer support for each event and works to customize each event to provide the maximum results for each customer.
3 years experience in events production.
3 years of experience with video and audio operation and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Ross video processors Cisco VC equipment Yamaha professional mixing consoles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to adjust work schedule to business needs.
Positive minded with a can do attitude.
2 4 year degree in A/V technical theater or related field or equivalent experience.
Deep understanding of live audio/video mixing principles troubleshooting and problem solving for relevant systems and equipment.
Background in event AV including audio video lighting and staging systems.
Knowledge of MS Office suite.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer and we value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age sex disability sexual orientation race religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national along with an updated curriculum vitae.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The candidate should be a skilled event video production engineer with expertise in camera operation PTZ controls and video mixing. The ideal candidate has a strong background in live video production is highly organized and is customerobsessed with a passion for delivering seamless event experiences.
In this role they will be responsible for capturing mixing and producing highquality video content for a variety of live events from conferencestyle meetings to special productions demonstrating systems knowledge interpersonal skills and the ability to keep calm focused and confident in a production environment.
Key job responsibilities
Operate and manage PTZ cameras video switchers.
Ensure seamless video mixing and switching for live productions.
Setup configure operate monitor troubleshoot and derig event/AV equipment.
Ability to operate in role autonomously lead train and oversee vendor engineer personnel.
Report any problems that arise with complex equipment make repairs as able.
System and inventory management maintain data/records of equipment use.
Develop document and maintain event/AV standards and drive process improvements.
Raise the bar for our customers by searching out opportunities to help others improve skillsets and processes.
A day in the life
An Event Support Engineers role is to operate production equipment during live events in Amazons on campus large production venue. The Event Support Engineer will work alongside Producers peers and customers to deliver high quality event experiences. This work will encompass all stages of the event process including preproduction planning set delivery and derig/restore of event spaces.
Preevent:
Communicate with Event producer to determine technical needs.
Setup configuration and thorough testing of equipment ahead of event.
Event delivery:
Operation of event/AV equipment (audio video lighting)
Livemix video feeds
Optimizing systems for the best quality attainable.
Adaptable to customer needs and changes.
Postevent:
Assist with derig of event space(s) ensuring correct equipment handling and storage.
Participate in postevent feedback discussions/surveys.
About the team
The Event Production team provides high quality support to internal Amazon customers. The team consists of engineers and system engineers who work daily with the installed production equipment helping to plan and execute each event within the space. The Event Production team culture is built around providing quality customer support for each event and works to customize each event to provide the maximum results for each customer.
3 years experience in events production.
3 years of experience with video and audio operation and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Ross video processors Cisco VC equipment Yamaha professional mixing consoles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to adjust work schedule to business needs.
Positive minded with a can do attitude.
2 4 year degree in A/V technical theater or related field or equivalent experience.
Deep understanding of live audio/video mixing principles troubleshooting and problem solving for relevant systems and equipment.
Background in event AV including audio video lighting and staging systems.
Knowledge of MS Office suite.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer and we value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age sex disability sexual orientation race religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national along with an updated curriculum vitae.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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