Head Video - Live Entertainment Events

Since 1998, Barney Monk has been a cornerstone of the live entertainment industry, setting the standard for excellence in event staffing and payroll services. We provide seamless, dependable solutions for concerts, trade shows, and large-scale productions across the United States and Canada. Trusted by companies across North America, we empower venues and production companies by managing the complex logistics of their most valuable asset: the people who make the show happen.

Job Summary:

The Head of Video is the primary authority on all video-related technical systems within Mystic Lake Amphitheatre. You will be responsible for the deployment of advanced video systems across corporate, educational, and live entertainment productions. As a department head, you will blend high-level systems engineering with hands-on technical direction. A critical component of this role is the management and supervision of a union video crew, ensuring that all labor remains compliant with collective bargaining agreements while maintaining the highest standards of production excellence for in-venue displays, high-lumen projection, and broadcast-quality live streams.

This is a union stage crew role. Any successful candidate will be required to join IATSE Local #13 and fulfill membership requirements.
In-person interviews will be held the week of May 18-22, 2026. If selected for an interview, the recruitment team will coordinate a time and date with you that week.

General Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the installation for complex video systems, including switching, routing, and distribution
• Ensure all department operations adhere to the IATSE collective bargaining agreement, including meal breaks, turnaround times, and safety regulations
• Configure and manage LED processors, high-output projectors, and playback systems (e.g., Disguise, Watchout, or Resolume)
• Ensure all video hardware is maintained to industry standards and perform routine troubleshooting on fiber optic and HD-SDI networks

• Lead and supervise all union video hands during load-in, show, and strike
• Coordinate with the Lighting and Audio departments to ensure integrated system timing and sync (Genlock/Timecode)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding technical video requirements and content delivery

• Act as Lead V2 for major events, managing crewing in conjunction with tour direction
• Oversee the ingest and formatting of client-provided media to ensure compatibility with house aspect ratios and resolutions
• Manage live stream encoders and multi-platform distribution to ensure high-fidelity transmission for remote audiences

Qualifications/Skill Requirements:

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in live event video production, specifically in large-scale venues or touring environments.
• Experience managing union crews and/or overhire labor
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex signal paths and hardware failures on the fly
• A deep understanding of color science, aspect ratios, and frame rates across different display technologies (LED vs. Projection)
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure in live performance and broadcast environments
• A background check will be initiated in accordance with state and federal law after a contingent offer of employment.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be comfortable working at heights (catwalks/truss)
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more
• Ability to stand for long periods during setup and show execution

The physical demands outlined are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

The US base salary for this part-time position is $38/hour plus benefits as applicable. 

Barney Monk LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact: