Technical Operator I

Job TitleTechnical Operator IAgencyTexas A&M UniversityDepartmentCollege of Performance, Visualization & Fine ArtsProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionA Glimpse of the JobTechnical Operator I assists with day-to-day operations of a state-of-the-art LED volume sound stage in the Virtual Production Institute.What You Need to KnowSalary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.Other Requirements and Factors: Work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends. Travel required.Opportunities to ContributePlanning and ImplementationAssists with planning and implementation of the LED volume sound stage.Assists with the technical execution, reliability, and on-set operation of virtual production systems, including real-time rendering engines, data workflow and storage.Perform pre-shoot system checks, calibration, and validate system workflow.Assists with the technical execution, reliability, and on-set operation of virtual production systems, including real-time rendering engines, data workflow and storage.Program Coordination and SupportAssists with maintaining digital records and databases.Assists, as needed, with operation and monitoring of LED volume systems, including wall processors, render nodes, and playback servers.Support real-time engines (e.g., Unreal Engine) during prep, rehearsals, and live shoots.Coordinate with DPs, VFX supervisors, virtual art departments, and stage managers.May support load-ins, strike, and preventative maintenance of stage equipment.Maintain technical documentation, workflows, and system logs.Training ManagementAssist with development and updating of training materials.Assist with delivery of training sessions.Qualifications Required Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Two years of related experience.Preferred Qualifications2+ years’ experience in LED stages, sound stages, VFX pipelinesWorking knowledge of:LED wall systems and processorsReal-time engines (Unreal Engine strongly preferred)Comfortable working on live sets with high-profile talent and crewsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot under time pressureExperience with nDisplay, or similar media serversFamiliarity with color science, LUTs, and HDR pipelinesBackground in VFX, game engines, and systems data pipelinesAbility to assist with system expansionKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Knowledge of technical roles described above.Verbal and written communication skills.Planning and organization skills.Who We AreTexas A&M University’s College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts (PVFA) educates dancers, directors, computer graphics engineers, composers, art historians, sound technologists and more to serve our community, the nation, and the world. https://pvfa.tamu.edu/about/ Why Texas A&M University?   We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  12-15 days of annual paid holidays   Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Our Commitment   Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.