Event Technician (Freelance)

Employment Type: Part-time

Location: Singapore

Work Site Type: On-site

EVENT TECHNICIAN (FREELANCE)

BUILDING A BRAND STARTS WITH A STORY

FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. Operating as a full-service agency partner or through embedding specialist talent into client teams, FIRST brings brands and people together through creative, connected experiences.

FIRST works with clients across various industries, including financial services, technology, new & traditional media, aerospace, healthcare, and professional services. FIRST has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the Top 150 Event Organizers & Agencies in the USA by Eventex, being listed among the "200 Top Marketing Agencies" in 2023, 2022 & 2021 by Chief Marketer, being recognized as one of the "50 Top Event Companies" by Special Events, being included in the Top 100 "Best Places to Work in NYC" by Crain's New York Business, and being listed as one of the "1000 Companies to Inspire Britain" by The London Stock Exchange Group.

Learn more at www.firstagency.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

The ideal candidate would represent the FIRST brand as a dedicated resource within our Solutions division and assume the role of  Event Technician on a freelance basis. The Event Technician will be responsible for operating the technical production for on–campus events requiring support with Audio, Video, Staging, Lighting needs. The role requires strong stakeholder management skills, technical production skill sets, practical experience operating event production systems, with extensive experience in both corporate events. The goal is to provide a seamless technology experience to all attendees, press and partners, as well as create a more efficient and reliable technical environment for event staff and vendors.

The position is available on a freelance basis only, and shift availability will be based on the event schedule and operational needs of the company. All candidates must be eligible to work as a freelancer in Singapore.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • End to end delivery of all assigned on-campus events from inception through execution to on site delivery and post event activity including but not limited to contents displaying on video wall, video and audio signals routing and mixing, recording and live streaming 
  • Provide daily technical check and day-to-day troubleshooting for AV equipment 
  • Work on high profile events including video and audio mixing, ensure smooth camera movement and operations, camera framing, lighting, floor managing, and a good solid understanding of sophisticated AV event systems
  • Work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment involving live events, video conferencing platforms (i.e. Google Meet, Zoom, etc.),and general AV infrastructure support
  • Meet with stakeholders to discuss audio and video requirements for events and ensure proper technical advice is provided
  • Troubleshoot system and provide solution if any issue occurs during the event for audio, video, switching and control systems 
  • Handle technical, event and incident management escalations in a timely manner.
  • Conduct thorough checks of all AV equipment prior every event to ensure seamless event execution, pre-event set up of AV equipment including video videoconferencing with other remote locations, manage audio setup, prepare/upload presentation material (i.e. PowerPoint slide, PDF file, video clip, etc.)
  • Deliver post-event recording edits
  • Document event/operational workflows and standard operating procedures (“SOPs“) when required
  • Completion of daily AV tasks and routines including however not limited to status reports and up to date documentation 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Demonstrated experience within the technical event production/broadcast environment
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required
  • Full understanding of audiovisual technology and advancements including lighting, audio/video, staging, rigging, video conferencing systems and power
  • Strong problem-solving skills and resolve issues proactively.
  • Solid experience as a live event technician, working closely with other AV team members across APAC
  • Proficient in the technical delivery of high-quality events
  • Video output experience with a strong technical understanding of systems
  • Experience operating event production systems
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills are a must to build and maintain relationships
  • Ability to prioritise while adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail
  • Ability to manage many projects at once with varying levels of production

ADMINISTRATION & GENERAL

  • Assume responsibility for own environment, ensuring adherence to health and safety policies while having clean smart surroundings
  • Work intelligently and ensure that team management is aware of problems or issues which negatively affect productivity
  • Build excellent relations with the team, clients, vendors, and key venues through positive communications
  • Ensure knowledge is shared within the team to enable them to work smarter

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FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If any candidate feels that they are unable to meet the requirements of the role, please get in touch to discuss adjustments or other suitable roles.