Head of Video - Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

MISSION:

The mission of The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, a non-profit arts organization, is to provide a world-class venue that promotes a diverse range of cultural, educational, and artistic experiences that improve the quality of life in San Antonio. The Tobin Center provides a state-of-the-art facility and services to support its major tenants: The San Antonio Opera, Ballet San Antonio, Youth Orchestra of San Antonio, and the Chamber Music Institute among other non-profit performance companies.  To be self-supporting, the Center also presents commercial programming and rents facilities to for-profit organizations.  To fulfill its mission, The Tobin Center established Tobin Entertainment LLC to generate additional financial support for Tobin Center programs and ensure quality arts entertainment is available to the public in performing arts centers and other venues throughout the United States.

DESCRIPTION:

Situated along the banks of the San Antonio River in the heart of the city, The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts transformed arts in San Antonio. Its stunning architecture, creative interior design and lighting, exceptional acoustics, and blockbuster talent from around the world attracts widely diverse audiences from San Antonio and the region.

The remarkable flexibility of the 1,750 seat H-E-B Performance Hall, with its distinctive “flat-floor” capability, opens the door for performances and events of almost any sort. The acoustics can be “tuned” to fit the performance and the physical set-up of the performance hall; and the sound insulation throughout The Tobin Center enables simultaneous use of the Performance Hall, the Studio Theater, and the River Walk Plaza.

Audiences can see and hear performers and performances of every kind at The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts.

The Tobin Center includes three venues:

• The H-E-B Performance Hall is a 1,750-seat performance space with excellent sound capabilities, adjustable for both acoustic and amplified musical presentations. The main floor converts from traditional theater seating to a flat-floor concept capable of seating more than 600 for banquet or cabaret style events or up to 1,050 for a general admission standing-room event.
• The Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater is a 300-seat studio theater with numerous flexible-seating options and arrangements.
• The Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza is an exterior venue along San Antonio’s River Walk that is ideal for films, concerts, and events. The plaza can accommodate seating for 600 people and includes a state-of-the-art 32-foot video wall.

TOBIN ENTERTAINMENT LLC:

Tobin Entertainment LLC., the off-site tour and promotion division of The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, was created to generate additional financial support to drive meaningful change in San Antonio through Resident Companies, Generation Next, and diverse community outreach. 

Tobin Entertainment partners with performing arts centers and other venues all over the United States to bring quality entertainment to the public. Tobin Entertainment LLC currently operates in 70 cities in 29 states nationally. 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Technical Director, the Head of Video will maintain the quality and integrity of all Video, stage and related elements for Tobin Center productions, presentations, and rentals, and will sustain a working understanding of the theater and its procedures and equipment. This position will involve aspects of all departments (Electric, Carpentry, Audio, Props, and Wardrobe). As the position involves the running of shows, the employee will work evenings, weekends as needed and over 40 hours per week, especially during load-in, technical rehearsals, and load out.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Maintaining quality and function of all video equipment on a daily basis;
• Act as lead of crew;
• Execute and maintain all systems as directed by the Technical Director;
• Responsible and accountable during load-in, creation or changes to the show;
• Supervise the crews and oversee the department needed based on the show;
• Install and maintain items and elements for resident companies and tours;
• Liaise with all departments for the safe installation and operation of all elements;
• Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, special events, rehearsals, training, maintenance, and evening show performances; and
• Complete all other duties as assigned by Technical Director.

 Qualifications

The ideal candidate Must have at minimum five (5) years experience in Video/Audio visual in a corporate environment. Theater experience preferred in accordance with the above requirement. A working understanding of theater rigging and operation is preferred. Working knowledge of Video elements/converters/processing/projector focus and install/ video networking is a must. Strong understanding of pro video workflow preferred. Knowledge of LCD and LED panel/screens. This is not an entry level position. 

Physical / Mental Activities, Requirements and Demands commonly associated with the Performance and Functions of this job.

• Employee must be able to lift 75 + pounds unaided and have a full range of motion;
• Standing, Walking, Sitting, Reaching, Stooping, Climbing ladders, Crawling in/through low spaces;
• Hand and Finger Dexterity, Clear Speech, Hearing/Listening;
• Clarity of Vision with the Ability to Bring Objects into Sharp Focus; Color Perception;
• Reading and Writing; Clerical, Basic Math and Analytical Skills; Judgment, Problem Solving, and Decision Making.

Performance Competencies

• Leadership – Consistently accomplishes the expected objectives and takes on extra tasks or projects as necessary. Maintains a positive, achievement-oriented attitude and influences others to do the same. Takes initiative with and is proactive in approach to accomplishing tasks. Ability to make decisions and take actions consistent with organizational goals.
• Initiative – Level of interest in role development, degree of motivation, and willingness to improve performances and increase job knowledge.
• Judgement – Uses discretion in making decisions within the scope of their job. Refers decisions beyond this scope to supervisor. Discretion in handling confidential material.
• Communication Skills – Includes the ability to express ideas effectively whether face- to-face or in writing in both individual and group situations. Presentations are conveyed in a clear and concise manner to the audience. Adjusting tone and terminology to the needs of the audience. Uses confidential information with discretion.
• Planning and Organization – Ability to schedule workload, set priorities and manage time in order to complete assignments and fulfill responsibilities.
• Management of Resources – Ability to use time, money, technology and people as efficiently and effectively as possible. Makes suggestions to improve the resources that pertain to incumbent job responsibilities.
• Client Focus - Interaction with internal and external customers. Requires putting yourself in the client’s place, anticipating and meeting needs quickly and accurately. It also means following up and monitoring situation to be sure the client is satisfied.
• Teamwork – Ability to interact and develop relationships with co-workers, give and receive constructive input, contribute ideas and viewpoints, adapt to changing circumstances and expectations and commitment to understand and remedy interpersonal conflicts.
• Technical Knowledge – Individual’s ability to demonstrate the specific skills necessary to the position using procedures, tools and equipment necessary to accomplish work.
• Work Habits – Demonstrate commitment, dedication, cooperation, positive behavior, adaptability, and flexibility with changes in jobs and duties. Being able to anticipate change and bring about changes when they are needed with proper professionalism.
• Creativity – Uses unique approaches and inventiveness. Seeks new alternatives and ideas. Takes appropriate action, and is efficient, resourceful, and creative in attaining position objectives. Ability to be self-directed.
• Business & Organization Knowledge – Having knowledge of the Tobin’s business involves understanding our industry and how the incumbent’s position and knowledge plays an important role in the success of the organization. It also includes the ability to acquire new knowledge of our industry and using this information to get things done.

Work Environment and Physical / Mental Activities:

• Indoor and outdoor staged events and working areas. Live entertainment working hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends, and holidays. Exposure to computer screens.
• Ability to operate assigned office equipment and to adhere to all safety guidelines.
• Standing, walking, sitting for prolonged periods of time; reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, navigating stairs, climbing ladders, hand and finger dexterity, clear speech, hearing / listening.
• Clarity of vision with the ability to bring objects into sharp focus; color perception.
• Intense concentration over extended periods of time that can include frequent interruptions for questions and advice. Stress associated with competing priorities and time deadlines is occasionally an element of this position which must be recognized and successfully managed.
• Ability to lift up to 75 + pounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: Representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position are computer, printer, copier, hand radio, and telephone.

Communication:

An Application for Employment must be filled out in order to be considered for employment.  The Tobin Center Application may be found at www.tobincenter.org under the “About” tab.  Please send an availability schedule and resume in addition to your application. 

Mail Application to The Tobin Center Administrative Offices at:

115 Auditorium Circle 

San Antonio, TX 78205

Attn: LuAnn Stidham