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Sphere Entertainment Co. · 23 hours ago

Supervisor Production Systems

Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$53/hr - $53/hr

5+ years exp

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a premier live entertainment and media company known for its innovative technologies. The Production System Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining and upgrading production systems, ensuring reliable operation of various AV technologies, and providing support for live events.

ConcertsEventsMedia and Entertainment

Responsibilities

Ensure reliable operation of atrium activations and supporting software deployed in Sphere

Ensure reliable operation of robot hardware and supporting software deployed in Sphere

Provide first tier support for both hardware and software related issues and coordinate with appropriate vendors to find solutions

Deliver and maintain reliable technical solutions to realize the strategic and creative goals of stakeholders from Venue Operations and Sphere Studios

Track bugs and create technical documents on operation and maintenance as they relate to production systems

Work closely with the Sphere operations team and robotics program vendors to ensure reliable operation of all equipment during testing and when deployed in the venue

Work closely with the Sphere immersive technology team and ISAAC/VCS program vendor to develop and maintain new features for the ISAAC software suite

Coordinate installation and strike of atrium activations, moves throughout the building, power and AV integration

Some supervision of IATSE union stagehand labor

Support internal creative requests from the Sphere marketing team

Serve as first line of support for venue show control systems, inclusive of programming new features

Additionally provide AV support to production teams as required

Qualification

AV systemsShow control systemsPythonLinux programmingElectrical systemsMechanical systemsTechnical documentationMicrosoft 365Problem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Degree in information systems, computer science or theater arts

5+ years' experience in AV related systems

Hands-on experience with control and AV systems

Hands-on experience designing and maintaining electrical, mechanical and software systems

Programming experience with Python, JavaScript, Node-RED, Dmitri, QLab, and TouchDesigner

Knowledge of show control, IT & network infrastructure, audio & display technologies, lighting, LED pixel control

Effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external companies

Experience tracking bugs and making technical documents and manuals

Experience defining scopes and deliverables for vendors and tracking vendors and internal team progress

Strong desire to work with and identify novel ways to deploy emerging technologies

Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to bring a creative approach for new ideas

Self-motivated in combination with the ability to collaborate with a team

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to remain flexible and calm in high-pressure situations

Expected to support live events schedules on site as needed

Some travel to Burbank for training as needed

Working nights, weekends and some holidays will be required

Required to have completed the OSHA 30-Hour training course

Preferred

Advanced degree in information systems, computer science or theater arts

Sysadmin experience and Linux programming (bash) strongly preferred

Benefits

Upskilling employees’ talents and strengths

Robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose

Harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers

Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.