We're Hiring: Audio Visual and Technology Manager
October 30, 2024
Western Video Market, Inc.
Title: Audio Visual and Technology Manager
Reports To: Operations Manager
Summary
Western Video Market, Inc. is offering a unique opportunity to an individual with a background in information technology (IT) and audio visual (AV) management services in a dynamic auction company.
Background:
Western Video Market, Inc. is the second-largest livestock video auction company in the United States, and markets more than 350,000 head of cattle and sheep per year to a national buyer base. Founded in 1989, the company hosts 12 sales throughout the year featuring consignments from throughout the western United States.
For more information, visit www.wvmcattle.com.
Duties and Expectations
This is a part to full-time position for someone who has demonstrated information technology and audio visual management skills. This position reports to the Operations Manager and will help provide strategic recommendations for sale broadcast production, and office IT systems to insure maximum productivity and network security. This position will be responsible for the following functions, including, but not limited to:
- On-site set-up for live video auction broadcasts.
- Procuring and managing equipment to support broadcast and office needs.
- Working collaboratively with long-time broadcast engineer contractor to improve broadcast and on-site video/audio production and quality.
- Keep Operations Manager abreast of new technology developments that will improve real-time broadcasts and improve office IT functionality.
- Manage office IT needs with an emphasis on cybersecurity and data integrity in collaboration with an existing contractor.
- Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager to improve overall efficiencies and productivity.
Minimum Requirements
- Demonstrated successful experience in broadcast and/or live audio visual set-up.
- Experience in office IT support and networking.
- Individual pursuing this position must understand the importance of being a team player in a tight-knit office environment and have good interpersonal skills.
- Be self-motivated, willing to learn, demonstrate conscientious effort towards one’s work and be focused on customer service.
- An interest in livestock sales and/or production is a plus, but not a requirement.
- Experience in video editing and production is a plus, but not a requirement.
- Position will require travel to video sale locations.
Training
- A successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in audio visual and IT support. Training will be provided to familiarize a new team member with existing protocols, but this position is being created to attract additional talent and expertise to a growing company.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation levels will be determined based on experience. A successful candidate will be offered a health, retirement and vacation package.
This position may be structured as a contract or remote position depending on the successful candidate’s skill set and experience. Travel is required, and at minimum a monthly presence is required at company headquarters.
Supervisor
This position will report to the Operations Manager.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of this employment opportunity and the work that is to be performed. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.
Deadline for Applications
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to holly@wvmcattle.com by December 15, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Revision Date: 10/15/24