Patch Bay Coordinator

Position: Patch Bay Coordinator

Department: Media Technology

Reports To: Manager, Audio/Lighting/Interconnect

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Patch Bay Coordinator is a liaison between the broadcast trucks and the building, creating patches to facilitate their broadcast. This is a part-time, hourly position.

A typical shift includes:

• Creating patches for audio, video, cameras, telephone, Internet, intercom and fiber for TV broadcast, in-house broadcast, radio, live transmission, and concert needs
• Working jointly with the Technology, Broadcast, Game Entertainment, and Event Services departments
• Troubleshooting and resolving various problems that occur between the trucks and the in-house system, in a live broadcast environment
• Creating a report of any maintenance that needs to be done
• Creating and submitting reports for issues that arise during a shift, including internal hardware malfunctions/damage, etc.
• Making recommendations to improve the Central Patch Bay, including equipment replacement and operating procedures

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of broadcast signal flow
• Available to work evenings and weekends as required by the event schedule
• Ability to learn the building quickly, including where the cable runs are, bulkhead locations and equipment rooms
• Working knowledge of audio procedures and video systems, including the difference between the various types of signals and cameras
• Knowledge and experience with audio and video equipment such as DA’s, Scopes, knowing video formats, etc.
• Ability to work in a high stress environment and make decisions under tight deadlines with a calm demeanor
• Strong interpersonal and team skills to establish cooperative working relationships with a variety of internal and external technicians and clients
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, and ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Non-Canadian residents must hold a valid work permit with a minimum of 8 months of validity remaining

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.

This position will remain open until filled.