Have you ever wanted to say the words “I work in a museum”? Join Museums Victoria’ creative team of multimedia specialists and you can!
Museums Victoria is undergoing exciting transformational change and as such, opportunities are being advertised now and in the near future to become a key part of Museums Victoria’s One Digital Life. This position utilises your specialist technical knowledge and skills to facilitate the delivery and operational oversight of multimedia products and services across all Museums Victoria locations.
We’re looking for a self-starter who is well versed in exhibition AV installation and production with a strong focus on delivering high quality audience experiences.
ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA:
Museums Victoria cares for the State scientific and cultural collections, providing visitor access, activities and events at five distinct venues: Melbourne Museum, Immigration Museum, Scienceworks, IMAX Cinema and world heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building.
To learn more about Museums Victoria, please visit museumvictoria.com.au/about/
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The purpose of Digital Life Technician, Multimedia System position is to provide specialist technical knowledge and skills to facilitate the delivery and operational oversight of multimedia products and services across all Museums Victoria locations. The role supports the implementation of Museums Victoria’s One Digital Life strategy and the goals of the organisation’s Strategic Plan 2017-2025.
This position is accountable for designing, developing, procuring, installing and maintaining digital media delivery systems, technical infrastructure and digital content in designated galleries, touring exhibitions and public areas; as well as providing audio-visual and multimedia support for multiple stakeholders across the organisation.
Notable skills and experience:
- Demonstrated experience in the interpretation of technical briefs and the design and implementation of digital media systems for exhibition projects.
- Demonstrated experience in electrical and network planning for digital media systems and knowledge of electrical and network systems.
- Wide-ranging experience in exhibition systems and processes, including knowledge of audio/visual performance and installation, show control systems, production, digital and computer technologies and their application in an exhibition environment and variety of public applications.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with and advise staff at all levels and work co-operatively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the latest OH&S and site safety practices and experience working on an exhibition or theatrical construction site.
- Demonstrated experience in initiating and leading small technical projects including demonstrated experience in supervising staff and contractors as well as coordinating budgets.
- Sound research and documentation skills that have been applied to the specification of technical equipment and designs. Relevant experience in contribution to maintenance and operational documentation.
- An ability to work to tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
- A sound knowledge of current trends and developments, including sustainability, within the exhibition and affiliated industries. An established network of industry related contacts is desirable.
Please see position description (Role Statement) for full the Key Selection Criteria required by the successful applicant. Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.
HOW TO APPLY?
To view the position description, please visit our employment website: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/careers/ and select ‘Current Vacancies’.
