The Audio Video Specialist reports to the FEH Logistics and Administration Senior Manager, liaises closely with all members of the Flying Eye Hospital team, Cybersight team as well as colleagues in the communication teams at Orbis offices worldwide. The Audio Video Specialist works with staff, trainees and volunteer faculty. in a multicultural, patient, and trainee centric environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

RECORDING

• Manage all aspects of live broadcasts from the operating room to the FEH classroom and to live webinars.
• Prepare and make ready the classroom for lectures and live surgery demonstrations.
• Setup cameras on the medical equipment.
• Record all surgeries performed on the FEH for donation to host country medical staff and make duplicate as requested.
• Record all the lectures presented in the classroom.
• Shoot on-going footage of FEH activities, team, exteriors and generic scenes as needed.

PRODUCTION

• Produce and edit surgical teaching videos to meet specific program objectives or to enhance Orbis’s video library.
• Coordinate lecture visuals (PowerPoint, videos etc) used by the FEH team, Visiting Faculty for the FEH Classroom
• Produce and edit Orbis promotional videos to support the organization’s fundraising and advocacy efforts as requested.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• Provide technical support of AV equipment for Orbis presentations.
• Support the medical team during conferences held while on program.
• Follow-up on requests for audiovisual support and technical guidance from Orbis fundraisers, program staff, and senior management.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF AV EQUIPMENT

• Ensure efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all AV equipment including HD cameras, Video Switchers, Crestron system etc. Facilitate all necessary off-site repair of AV equipment.
• Coordinate and Follow up with AV Consultants, Vendors for AV maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
• Check and prepare all AV System for programs, good will tours etc.
• Ensure all monitors throughout the plane are working.
• Maintain the AV asset inventory and order AV equipment and supplies.
• Work very closely with Aircraft Operations to coordinate all maintenance and repairs to the AV equipment that affect the original design with Aircraft Operations.
• Seek prior approval from the Director of Aircraft Operations for any changes in AV equipment, installation, removal or repair affecting the original design, with attention paid to the equipment inventory, power requirements, location and weight.
• Align major AV repairs affecting the design of the plane with the aircraft maintenance schedule, keeping in mind that the AV Specialist may need to be present during the aircraft maintenance.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT AS NEEDED

• Broadcast Orbis Public Relations videos during public plane tours and represent Orbis and the FEH by describing the function and role of the AV area to staff, donors, and guests.
• Participate actively in fundraising events and goodwill tours on and off the plane and represent Orbis at social functions.
• Keep abreast of the latest AV technologies and implement appropriate technologies on the FEH.
• Present the Orbis pre-flight audio to FEH passengers/crew before each and every flight.
• Prepare and distribute audio visual program reports to the FEH Director/FEH Program Manager after each program when requested.
• Attend Flying Eye Hospital staff meetings.
• Assist in the daily cleaning, set-up and packing/unpacking of the aircraft.
• Support the FEH Logistics and Administration Senior Manager and Senior Manager, Advanced Logistics with other FEH logistics as needed, whether it is with hotels, transportation, airport, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in digital video production, editing and broadcasting technologies, including installing, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Professional level of filming and editing experience.
• Proven familiarity with master control, studio operations and Crestron equipment.
• Experience with video conference software is essential.
• Understanding of sterile fields in operating rooms is essential.
• Prior experience working in a non-profit environment and/or international work experience is a plus.
• Prior experience in a health care training environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of different eye conditions and surgical procedures is highly advantageous.
• Experience in Ophthalmic institutions is a big advantage.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Exceptional tolerance to stress: ability to function effectively in a demanding, fast-paced, and constantly changing work environment.
• Solid computer literacy in both windows and Mac OS platforms.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Video editing and digital designing on Adobe CC
• Strong presentation and written communications skills in English; working knowledge of a second language is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills with the ability to interact effectively with people of diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Team oriented work style, with a pro-active, open-minded, and flexible approach.
• High level of professional integrity and discretion.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability and desire to travel to developing countries up to 25 weeks a year – including no significant disqualifying factors that would preclude approval of entry visas in the countries on the FEH travel schedule.