The Metropolitan Opera

Position Title:         Video/Projection Crew Chief

Last Revised:    February 11, 2025

Department:          Electric Department Reports To:           Head Electrician

FLSA Status:         Full Time 12 Months - CBA

SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned as needed)

As a member of the Electrics Department, lead video/projection operations by scheduling work assignments, supervising daily operations, and submitting payroll entry.

Maintain Met Opera Production Video network and equipment inventory in working order.

Support Head Electrician in preparation of operating and capital budgets and funding requests to maintain suitable equipment inventory for all scheduled presentations/uses.

Interface with Production department and in-house/visiting Design teams to develop requirements for New Production video effects, equipment, and infrastructure.

Maintain expert knowledge of Disguise video platform programming and operation.

Keep abreast of developing technology, trends, and best practices in entertainment video.

Upkeep of production data storage on Met servers, in collaboration with IS team.

Work with outside vendors and consultants to coordinate season rentals and new equipment purchasing.

Act as programmer/operator for productions as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The education and/or experience requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Education and/or Experience

Strong analytical ability.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge/ability to learn Disguise video platform required.

AutoCAD experience preferred.

Ability to acquire new computer skills and master new software quickly.

A bachelor’s degree in technical theater production or a related field or equivalent professional experience is required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Must be available to work days/nights/weekends during Opera season as production schedule dictates.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to multi-task.

Must be able to work well in a high-pressure/fast-paced environment.

Must be able to work successfully with a variety of personality types.

Must be able to learn and adapt to a changing work environment.

Must be able to work successfully both independently and as part of a team.