Audio/Video Technician / LiveStream Operator
Full Time β’ San Antonio
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
Vogt Auction Galleries | San Antonio, TX
Step into the spotlight at Vogt Auction Galleries as our next AV Technician, where every auction becomes a live production and your tech skills drive the show. In this role, youβll be the behind-the-scenes hero who ensures our livestream and in-house experiences run flawlessly, capturing the energy of the room and delivering it to audiences around the world.
You'll manage the full spectrum of audiovisual techβfrom setting up camera rigs and configuring livestream platforms to switching video feeds in real time and fine-tuning audio to perfection. Whether itβs auction day, pre-production setup, or supporting the team during the week, youβll play a key role in bringing our events to life.
π₯ What Youβll Do
π¬ On Auction Days
- Drive the live show β Switch between 12 video inputs and mix 10 audio channels in real-time for a dynamic, engaging livestream experience.
- Command the stream β Manage livestream platforms like YouTube Live, Vogt Live, LiveAuctioneers, and Invaluable.
- Lead with confidence β Oversee the AV team during auctions to ensure smooth production and a professional online presence.
- Keep things running β Monitor stream health, manage overlays and transitions, and troubleshoot issues instantly to keep everything seamless.
π οΈ Pre-Auction Setup
- Prep the scene β Set up and test all AV equipment including cameras, computers, monitors, and switchers.
- Customize your control β Program video switchers with macros, scenes, and transitions to streamline production.
- Ensure bidder readiness β Set up computers for online bidding and ensure flawless internet connectivity.
- Polish the space β Keep the phone bank and stage area clean, professional, and camera-ready.
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Non-Auction Days
- Be the tech expert β Maintain AV equipment, perform system updates, and troubleshoot issues with gear or software.
- Create visual content β Design engaging slideshow content for gallery TVs using marketing materials.
- Support the team β Provide tech help to staff, liaise with IT when needed, and assist in video/photo shoots for promotional content.
- Show up for special events β Set up and run AV for off-hours meetings and community events like city forums.
- Engage with visitors β Help guests understand the online auction process and provide friendly tech assistance.
π‘ What You Bring
- Hands-on AV experience β Comfortable setting up and running livestreams, cameras, video switchers, and multi-channel audio mixers.
- Creative control β Skilled in using OBS, Restream, YouTube Live, and custom platforms to create a high-quality livestream.
- Technical agility β Experienced with Roland and Blackmagic switchers, scene programming, and macro creation.
- Troubleshooting talent β Able to quickly diagnose and fix hardware/software issues under pressure.
- Production polish β Capable of editing slideshows and videos for internal and external use.
- Hardware know-how β Confident installing AV gear including switchers, cabling, lighting, and monitors.
- Network knowledge β Understanding of how bandwidth, bitrate, and latency affect livestream quality.
- Strong organization β Keeps workspaces neat, equipment labeled, and production checklists tight.
- Team player energy β Friendly, professional, and reliable with a polished appearance.
- Flexible schedule β Available for evening and weekend events.
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
ABOUT US
San Antonio's trusted estates leader
Weβre the leading appraisal and auction house in our region, selling more than $135,000,000 in our award-winning 47 year history. We specialize in the appraisal and sale of antique furniture, Texan & European art, decorative arts, rugs, folk art, jewelry, coins, and sterling silver. We hold weekly & specialized auctions at our central San Antonio, Texas auction house drawing hundreds of bidders to each event.
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