Video Technician
Fisher Center at Bard
United States, New York, Annandale-on-Hudson
Posted on: Nov. 30, 2025
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Description:
DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
This summer (June–August 2026), Bard SummerScape returns with a vibrant season of dance, theater, opera, music, and the beloved Spiegeltent. Presented by the Fisher Center at Bard, this celebrated multi-arts festival takes place in person on Bard’s idyllic 1,000-acre campus, featuring performances in the stunning Frank Gehry-designed performing arts center.
The Video Technician is part of the Video Team in the Production Department and will support the execution of video elements and needs for Bard SummerScape and the Bard Music Festival. They report to the Video Supervisor, working closely under the Video Engineer and Assistant Video Engineer along with other production team members and video/projection designers.
The Video Team at the Fisher Center is responsible for backstage video monitoring, on-stage projections, live streaming, and video recording for all performances. During show runs, Video Technicians will serve as camera operators, video playback operators, or video deck crew, as needed. Outside of the show run, they will participate in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and strike of all video equipment under the direction of the Video Supervisor or Video Engineer.
This is a seasonal position from May 26 through August 19, non-exempt, paid hourly at a rate of $16–17 per hour, depending on experience. Hours will average 35–40 hours/week, with potential for overtime.
This position requires local residence during the dates listed above. Housing is provided as needed, beginning one day prior to the employment start date and ending at 10 a.m. on the day after the employment end date. Housing includes a single bedroom with shared amenities. Employees will have access to three (3) meals per weekday and two (2) meals per weekend day on campus during the residency period. Should campus dining agreements or options change, an equivalent per diem will be provided.
Please note: Room and board arrangements may differ for current Bard College students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace at all times.
Assist the Video Team in the preparation, installation, operation, and maintenance of all video aspects of productions and special events.
Actively participate in all video work calls, rehearsals, and performances.
Act as backstage video crew for performances under the direction of the Video Supervisor and Video Engineer.
Serve as a camera operator for recordings of rehearsals and performances.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
One year of educational or professional experience with video playback and/or camera operation is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Familiarity with a variety of video signaling, camera, and display technologies.
Familiarity with general camera operation is helpful, but training will be offered on specific equipment used during SummerScape.
Basic knowledge of general theatrical production practices.
Strong attention to detail, general troubleshooting, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work in an organized, self-directed, and detailed manner.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as determined by the production schedule.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to move and lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push, pull, hang, reach, lean, and balance.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Successful candidates possess strong communication skills, keen attention to detail, are collaborative, self-motivated, and bring a positive, can-do attitude.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to understand schematic drawings of video systems.
Experience with CCTV monitoring and conductor cameras.
Experience with PTZ camera systems is helpful.
Exposure to playback or programming in WATCHOUT, Isadora, or QLab.
Experience with Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequently works at heights above 6 feet.
Frequently exposed to vibrations, noises, and electrical connections.
Frequently works in show conditions with theatrical and atmospheric elements, including but not limited to haze, strobes, dim lights, loud sounds, dry ice, and more.
Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For any access-related requests, questions, or issues with the application form, please contact [email protected].
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals.
Application Deadline:
Jan. 31, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
New York,
Annandale-on-Hudson
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