Technicienne ou technicien audiovisuel de conférence polyvalent
Organizational Context
UNESCO is seeking to expand its pool of audiovisual professionals by recruiting conference technicians as consultants for ad-hoc, paid daily assignments. These consultants will support conferences, meetings, ceremonies, and other events at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, whether held in person, online, or in hybrid formats. Events may involve sound systems, projection, capture, recording, videoconferencing, and simultaneous interpretation.
Job Purpose
The primary purpose of this role is to serve as a versatile conference audiovisual technician, contributing to the smooth technical execution of various events hosted by UNESCO. This involves ensuring all audiovisual equipment and platforms are prepared, operational, and effectively managed throughout conferences, meetings, and ceremonies. The technician will be responsible for maintaining high-quality audio and video signals, providing technical support to speakers and participants, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. The role requires adaptability to different event formats (in-person, online, hybrid) and a proactive approach to technical setup, operation, and breakdown, ensuring seamless delivery of audiovisual services.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include the technical preparation of events, which involves understanding technical specifications, coordinating with organizers and stakeholders, and installing, configuring, and testing audiovisual equipment such as microphones, conference systems, sound consoles, interpretation devices, projectors, screens, computers, cameras, and recording systems. This also entails verifying audio and video signal chains, network connections, and configuring videoconferencing platforms. During events, the technician must ensure the technical operation of sessions, continuously monitor audio and video quality, adjust levels for optimal listening and recording, and manage the playback of presentations and videos. They will also perform camera work as needed and provide technical assistance to speakers, interpreters, and remote participants. Diagnosing and resolving technical incidents, adhering to safety and operational procedures, and properly shutting down and tidying up equipment and venues are also crucial. Reporting any issues or maintenance needs is part of the closing procedures.
Work Experience
Practical experience in the technical preparation and operation of conferences, meetings, ceremonies, or other events is essential. Experience using professional audiovisual equipment for in-person, hybrid, or online events is necessary. Experience across multiple technical areas, including sound, video, projection, videoconferencing, capture, and recording, is required. Experience with multilingual conferences, simultaneous interpretation systems, or in an institutional/international setting is a plus.
Skills
Proficiency in professional audio and video chains and signals. Ability to install, configure, test, and operate various audiovisual equipment. Skill in using videoconferencing and webinar platforms. Competence in Windows environment and configuring related software. Ability to assess and maintain audio/video quality, including for simultaneous interpretation. Knowledge of digital audio networks. Aptitude for rapid troubleshooting and implementing backup solutions. Versatility and ability to quickly learn new equipment and configurations. Strong service orientation, rigor, punctuality, autonomy, and teamwork are essential.