We are looking for:
Maintain the integrity of the physical infrastructure and systems in the equipment storage rooms (cages), cyc wall, soundstage, pocket studio, audio booth, and temporary studio spaces.
Oversee and/or participate in gear prep for on-site and off-site productions.
Develop and enforce quality control standards for gear prep and return.
Document and update best practices for onsite and offsite technical workflows to maintain high-quality standards while supporting the visions of our internal partners and production teams.
Communicate with internal partners and team members about new or updated best practices to ensure equipment and systems are used appropriately.
Responsible for technology upgrades, i.e., firmware updates, managing and outsourcing repairs.
Design and develop organizational layouts and standards for studio equipment and storage rooms.
Responsible for executing and overseeing new purchases for equipment and technical furniture.
Manage studio equipment inventory using enterprise inventory software (e.g., EZ-Office, RentalWorks).
Support the production team in sourcing crew for on-site productions.
Collaborate with producers, internal partners, and vendors for equipment needs.
Use Jira to input studio production data, communicate with internal partners and team members, assist with studio scheduling, and illustrate metrics via visual dashboards.
Liaise with engineers and other vendors to maintain support with our current infrastructure.
Work with Client Engineering & Corporate Security to ensure all technical production hardware and software are up to date, running efficiently, and adequately safeguarded for scalable, long-term production.
Advise and support the design and implementation of new and/or upgrades to existing studio builds at Santa Monica Headquarters and other Client locations, i.e., New York City and London.
Stay current on the latest technology trends and evaluate new products to advise on risks and benefits.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
A self-starter who works well without supervision, approaches problem-solving proactively with the ability to fix post issues quickly, and maintains professionalism and communication.
Advanced technical knowledge of cameras, lighting systems, and video distribution.
Experience in developing quality control workflows for equipment and production systems.
Experience in designing intuitive equipment storage rooms and workflows.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Great time management skills; can shuffle tasks and resources while communicating to colleagues.
Service lead with strong vendor management experience.
Experience working with rental houses and studios is a must.
Experience working with DMX systems and lighting board consoles.
4+ years of experience working in production/rental houses.
2+ years of experience on film sets.
A proven technical background in Principal production and inventory management.
Principal production experience in tech media, streaming, or creative marketing is preferred.
Ability to safely lift 50 lbs unassisted.
Experience working in a start-up environment or tech company.
Professional certifications, credentials, and awards related to video production and creativity.
Valid California Driver's License (or the ability to obtain).
Valid Passport for international travel (or ability to get one).
Comprehensive medical coverage with 3 different plans to fit your needs, and 100% of the employee medical premium is covered by ASG.
Discounts on health and wellness programs, plus savings on travel and more.
Voluntary benefits include disability, accident, critical illness insurance, and pet insurance.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling, financial coaching, and more.
Paid time off to relax and recharge.
Additional benefits to help you plan for the future, like life insurance and a 401 (k).
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