AUDIO-VISUAL TECHNICIAN

Purpose:
To maintain the audio/visual equipment at Steps on Broadway (Steps), to ensure effective and efficient audio/visual operations, and to work with Studio Manager and other key staff to support Steps’ mission, vision, and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Equipment
  • Manage the following equipment, including performing repairs and maintenance when feasible and/or scheduling repairs and maintenance by appropriate service providers:
    • Audio/visual equipment for virtual/livestream classes, including lighting
    • Stereo equipment and pianos,
    • Theatrical lighting and sound equipment.
  • Serve as primary contact for all related equipment vendors and contractors.
• Staffing 
  • Train and work alongside A/V assistants
• Classes 
  • Support teachers and accompanists with using A/V equipment.
  • Provide training to teachers and accompanists.
  • Serve as audio/visual assistant for classes.
• Events and Performances
  • Lead and execute set-up and strike of Studio II/Studio Theater, including lighting, sound, soft goods, tap floor, etc.
  • Serve as lighting and sound technician for performances.
• Operations/Facilities
  • Open and close the facility as needed.
  • Support Operations Director, Studio Manager, and Marketing Director as needed.
• Miscellaneous 
  • Contribute to daily operations re-cap report.
  • Support budgeting process for equipment needs.
  • Other duties as requested.

Performance Criteria, including but not limited to:

• Classes and events run smoothly and are successfully executed
• Equipment is well maintained and in good working order, with as little down time as possible
• Demonstrate effective use of resources, including time, money, and materials
• Confidentiality of all Steps constituents is protected

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of audio/visual equipment
• Knowledge of common trouble shooting and preventative maintenance techniques
• Experience working with MindBody, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Must exercise good judgment, show initiative, handle sensitive and confidential data in a trustworthy manner
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Discretion, maturity and composure, especially under pressure
• Ability to establish priorities and juggle numerous responsibilities at one time
• Ability to represent Steps in a professional manner
• Ability to work night, weekends, and holidays when needed
• Must be able to lift objects of up to 30 lbs.

Salary range: $20-22/hour

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@stepsnyc.com.

Please enter “AV Technician” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Steps reserves the right to make changes to this job description to serve the needs of the organization.

EVENING MANAGER

Purpose:
The key role of the Evening Manager is to assist the Studio Manager and Operations Director with the day-to-day operations and supervision of the studio in the evenings. 3-4 Evenings are expected and may change depending on departmental needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Studio
  • Oversee and perform closing tasks and ensure conditions of the facilities, studios, and equipment are consistently clean and presentable.
  • Successful execution of assigned elements including but not limited to light building repairs, maintenance, events, and performances.
  • The equipment is well maintained and in good working order.
  • Contribute to the daily reports to ensure clear communication between staff working on different shifts.
  • Delegate and supervise the cleaning staff.
  • Resolve any staff conflicts as they arise.
  • Assist in the development, communication, and enforcement of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Confidentiality of all Steps constituents is protected.
• Equipment
  • Manage the following equipment, including performing repairs and maintenance when feasible and/or scheduling repairs and maintenance with Studio Manager and Director of Operations
    • Audio/visual equipment for virtual/livestream classes, including lighting
    • Stereo equipment and pianos
    • Theatrical lighting
    • Ballet barres
    • Studio floor maintenance
• Staffing
  • Upholding employee morale, company culture and positive work environment.
  • Supervise and manage the studio and staff after the day managers have left.
  • Communicate daily with Studio Manager and Operations Director about any issues
• Classes
  • Addressing guests, teachers and staff issues in a timely and professional manner
  • Support teachers and accompanists with using A/V equipment.
  • Provide training to teachers and accompanists as needed.
  • Serve as audio/visual assistant when necessary for virtual classes
• Qualifications
  • Basic carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills.
  • Knowledge of A/V equipment.
  • Knowledge of common trouble shooting and preventative maintenance techniques.
  • Good supervisory skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must exercise good judgement, show initiative, handle sensitive and confidential data in a trustworthy manner.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail .
  • Discretion, maturity, composure, especially under pressure.
  • Ability to establish priorities and juggle numerous responsibilities at one time.
  • Ability to represent Steps in a professional manner.
  • Ability to work at night, possibly weekends and holidays when needed.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@stepsnyc.com.

Please enter “Evening Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Steps reserves the right to make changes to this job description to serve the needs of the organization.

FACILITY STAFF

We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic people to join the Steps on Broadway team. This is a great opportunity for someone that is looking to make a significant impact in a growing organization based in the dance industry. Mid-afternoon and evening shifts are available.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring that the studios and studio equipment are clean and well maintained in order to help provide students and teachers with a safe and clean environment
• Work closely and collaboratively with other staff and administration to support the smooth working of the facility
• Clean and stock restrooms & dressing rooms
• Empty trash and recycling
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, and spot-clean studios and common areas
• Assist with special tasks as needed

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@stepsnyc.com.
Please enter “Facility Staff” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

General Assistance

Steps on Broadway is seeking creative, motivated, and positive young professionals eager to join our team! Inquires can be sent to hr@stepsnyc.com