Arts Technical Specialist Video, Projection, Lighting (Open Rank)

The Division of Arts & Humanities at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint an Arts Technical Specialist of Video Projection and Lighting (Open Rank).General DutiesCultivate an environment of collaboration space etiquette and safetyCollaborate with Faculty Staff and Students to ensure the successful execution of class projects and capstone presentationsContribute to the planning and setup of artistic installations ensuring they align with the intended creative visionProvide technical support for art exhibitions and events within the Arts & Humanities Division.Maintain and operate video projection and lighting equipment.Assist in the installation and dismantling of art installations and exhibitions.Ensure the safety and security of equipment artworks and gallery spaces.Act as a resource for students offering guidance on the technical aspects of their artistic projects.Liaise with external parties such as the Project Space/Art Gallery team regarding technical needs for exhibitions and overall technical support.Liaise with Internal parties such as the Technical and Production teams to arrange pre-production workflows equipment lists technical installations and troubleshooting.TechnicalCultivate an environment of collaboration space etiquette and safetySet up and operate video and projection systems for exhibitions and performances.Troubleshoot Technical issues and provide on-the-spot solutions during exhibitions and events.Collaborate with faculty and students to integrate technology into their artistic projects.Manage equipment inventory and ensure proper maintenance and repair.Stay current with technological advancements and make recommendations for equipment upgrades and improvements.Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely solutions to ensure uninterrupted operations.Contribute to procurement of video and lighting equipment to support academic and research needs.Participate in procuring new audiovisual equipment to support academic and research needs in the Arts.AcademicAct as an integral member of the academic support team for Arts Practice Film & New Media Interactive Media Music Theater and Masters of Fine Arts.Assist students and faculty in realizing their creative visions by providing technical expertise and guidance.Offer workshops and training sessions to students and faculty on using AV technology for their artistic pursuits.Collaborate with faculty to integrate technical skills into the curriculum and course objectives.Participate in assessing student projects and capstone presentations with a focus on technical components.More broadly support all educational needs of the facilities faculty students and staff in support of teaching learning and research.OperationalCoordinate and schedule equipment usage for various events and exhibitions.Coordinate space use between departments to accommodate class and research activities.Ensure that all equipment is adequately maintained and in good working order.Supervise student assistants and other technicians.Maintain a safe and organized workspace.Manage and maintain an inventory of audiovisual equipment including regular maintenance and repairs.Liaise with the Arts Leadership Team on facilities management workflow and policy.Act as liaison between different stakeholders such as faculty students academic staff researchers Arts Center Production Team and Academic Arts Leadership Team.Actively promote broader access to and use of the Scene facilities.About NYU Abu DhabiAbu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences engineering social sciences humanities and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanitys shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabis high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together NYUs campuses in New York Abu Dhabi and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination anti-harassment dignity and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning research and teaching.Students are drawn from among the worlds best. They are bright intellectually passionate and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect understanding and care. The