Audio Video Specialist in Melbourne

Audio Video Specialist

We are looking for a Melbourne-based AV Designer to join our team. We seek a good collaborator who has a willingness to learn new skills. The position is part time (3 days per week) with the goal of growing into a full time position.

Schuler Shook is an internationally recognised theatre, AV, and lighting consulting firm with projects in Australia and around the world. You will work with our team of collaborators in our Melbourne office. We also share information and ideas with our USA offices in Chicago, Dallas, Minneapolis, New York, and San Francisco.

We have an exciting opportunity for a person who is passionate about AV system documentation and design to join our Melbourne team. As an integral contributor to our team, you will be involved in projects from start to finish.

Your Skills and Experience:

You should have at least two years of experience working with or designing AV equipment systems. You do not need to have previous consulting experience and could be:

  • An AV integrator
  • An experienced user of AV systems.

You should ideally have some experience with the following design software:

  • AutoCAD (see below)
  • BlueBeam (PDF markup)
  • Revit (see below)
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Visio.

An otherwise well-qualified candidate who does not have AutoCAD/Revit experience will be required to attend AutoCad/Revit training. As an entry level designer, you will join the Schuler Shook team and create CAD and Revit documentation for most projects.

You should have experience with the following systems:

  • AV Presentation and Control Systems
  • Stage Management
  • Hearing Augmentation
  • Stage Lighting
  • Production Sound
  • Video Recording and Broadcast.

It is important that you can demonstrate:

  • An ability to listen well, and create and document solutions as a team
  • Excellent time management and writing skills
  • An ability to multitask and be a self-starter
  • That you value and promote independent thinking, close collaboration, and a willingness to learn.

Your New Role

Project duties and capabilities include:

  • Prepare Revit and AutoCad drawings and details
  • Attend project meetings as required, both in-house and outside the office, and participate in discussions
  • Collaborate with other Schuler Shook consultants and design colleagues (architects, acousticians, etc.) as needed
  • Other duties as assigned.

The Melbourne office is a collaborative effort including Theatre Planning, AV, and Lighting. You may be needed to work across disciplines on occasion depending on the total workload of the office.

Our Richmond office is located on Swan Street with ample transport options available. This part-time offer is for in-office work only.

Schuler Shook is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will honour your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.

Please apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to:

Jim Hultquist at .

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.