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About the Role.

AV Events sits within our Netflix Technology Services organization (N-Tech). N-Tech shares the the mission of optimizing the productivity of Netflix employees by supporting their technology needs. The AV Events team’s goal is to create memorable experiences that inform, inspire and excite employees and audiences both internal and external. As we grow, so does the number of high-profile events we host, and the event spaces we support in office(s), so we’re looking for an experienced AV Events Engineer to join our LatAm AV Events team based in Mexico City. This role will also require travel, particularly to Latin America and Mexico City in particular, so fluency in Spanish is a requirement for this role.

You’ll serve as the responsible party for all event production support. This includes competency in video, audio, lighting, networking, broadcast, and communications systems used for live events. These events take place in both external venues (i.e. hotel ballrooms) and/or onsite in Netflix event production spaces. The role will function as an AV Technical Production Engineer, and serves as the primary technical lead for events at Netflix working alongside other technicians and vendors as operators at AV positions. Leveraging both regional and global teams and vendors, you will provide hands-on AV technical expertise for live events, and multi-camera broadcast productions.

This position requires travel, and flexible hours as support may take place after normal business hours or on the weekend.

Responsibilities

• Manage AV vendors and coordinate crewing, production schedules, cue to cue sheets and more
• Technical setup, configuration, and support for internal & external event productions.
• Conduct equipment maintenance, perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintaining all technical equipment in the event space(s).
• Ability to learn and implement new technologies, assuring successful outcomes.
• Monitor, analyze, and solve issues regarding video, cameras, digital switchers, digital routers, digital video servers, character generators, automation, and routing.
• Assist with AV research and development project initiatives in partnership with other team members
• Assist with keeping user facing technical documentation up to date.
• Ensure proper communication is maintained with internal and external partner groups.
• Create and manage engineering documentation.
• Able to step into an operator position as needed (particularly calling a show)
• Responsible for stakeholder management and pre-production needs for events.
• Crewing (AV resources) for events with FTE, contractor or vendor resources
• Ownership of Netflix’s onsite event production spaces’ technology support
• Oversight of AV budget as pertaining to Event costs

Recommended Experience

• Experience working as a department lead (audio, lighting, video, show calling, cameras, production management) on broadcasts and live event productions requiring detailed cue to cue AV production management
• Experience working with research and development to help provide globally scalable solutions for hybrid event support
• Experience working with vendors, integrators, and design teams for the commissioning and maintenance of broadcast event spaces
• Ability to work within design / project budgets throughout lifecycle of projects or for routine maintenance and escalation
• Work with other team members to help mentor / teach new skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people and job functions.
• Professionalism and ability to be helpful and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including talent, producers and directors, under strict time deadlines.
• Live Event Technical / crew support acting in A1,V1, Lighting Designer, Graphics/Playback Operator, etc.
• Experience / capable of providing “heads & tails” post editing for VOD deliverables
• Proficiency working with Mac OS, Windows, Chromebooks, and GSuite for Business

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.