Overview
Recording & Audio Unit Lead Jobs in Vancouver, Canada at The University of British Columbia
Job Summary
This is a senior working level sound engineering technical position, responsible for managing all aspects of audio engineering & video recording production, post-production and various aspects of event production for the UBC School of Music, students, faculty, other University units and outside clients.
Hires, trains and supervises a staff Work/Learn Student Technicians including Head Student Technicians, Recording & Audio Technicians and Videographer/Editors, managing their development and output with the support of the R&A Unit Coordinator, as part of a collaborative program.
Designs, fabricates and installs specialized, complex audio and video systems in the UBC School of Music’s two main performance venues – Roy Barnett Concert Hall & the Old Auditorium, and provides consultation to Director, UBC Project Managers and external clients, requiring a high level of expertise.
Organizational Status
Reports to the Administration Manager and Director of the School of Music, operating with considerable autonomy and independence. Advises Director on major infrastructure projects, renovations and classroom technologies. Collaborates with the production team of the Chan Centre, the Stage Technician at the Old Auditorium, and engages external service providers when necessary. Advises and works with faculty, staff, and students on special projects, events and designing, fabricating and installing complex electronic systems.
Work Performed
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Design, establish, implement and maintain professional-level recording practices and state-of-the-art audio recording and post-production capabilities. 
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Design and fabricate complex wiring systems utilizing analog and digital audio and video signal paths and manage complex proprietary networks. 
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Advise School of Music Director, outside consultants, contractors and UBC project managers on major technical, acoustical and infrastructure upgrades and renovations to performance venues and instructional spaces and on capital expenditure in related areas as required based on established expertise and ongoing research. 
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Advise users of performance & recording venues upon the feasibility and practicality of technical and production components required as well as the adaptation and modification of equipment for specific needs.
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Perform preventative and reactive maintenance as required on relevant School of Music systems and equipment, to meet the high degree of precision needed for professional teaching, performance and recording.
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Diagnose and repair, or arrange for repair, of all faulty or damaged equipment, systems or networks, to ensure they meet the demands of recording and production for academic documentation and external rental business.
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Hire, supervise, mentor and coordinate the work of a team of 6-10 student technicians each academic term.
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Provide a program of advanced sound engineering training to these technicians, including: audio & electronics theory; professional recording practice; audio over IP networking systems; videography & post-production etc.
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Instruct, demonstrate and supervise other personnel in equipment usages and operation including specialized equipment and techniques.
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Responsible for implementing and maintaining safety requirements, in connection with all technical work, and in the use of electronic equipment by faculty, students, and external clients.
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Supervise recording, sound engineering, videography and webcasting of large-scale ensemble performance events in the Chan Shun Concert Hall.
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Maintain detailed technical records and inventory of all audio-visual equipment and systems in Roy Barnett Hall and the Old Auditorium. 
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Select, assess and order parts, tools and equipment, working within stipulated budget allocations.
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Stay informed of advances in technology and equipment, and updates knowledge accordingly.
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Carry out other related duties as required, in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Recording and production activities involved in live events often require immediate, decisive action and judgement in high-pressure, ever-evolving situations and the incumbent must have the…
Title: Recording & Audio Unit Lead
Company: The University of British Columbia
Location: Vancouver, Canada
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