Audio Visual Communications Specialist

NATURE OF WORK: The Audio-Video Communications Specialist is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing complex audio, video, telecommunications, and scoreboard systems at Oriole Park at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium. This position ensures the reliable operation of digital control rooms, LED video boards, production cameras, distributed sound systems, IPTV/MATV, intercoms, voice/data networks, and related cabling infrastructure. The role requires hands-on technical expertise, preventive maintenance, event-day support, coordination with broadcast media, and collaboration with vendors and stadium partners. Work involves both independent troubleshooting and integration with other facility departments to uphold the Maryland Stadium Authority’s high standards of performance and facility operations. Employees in this classification receive moderate supervision or close guidance from the MSA TechnicalManageroradesignatedMSAofficer, such as the Assistant Technical Services Manager. EXAMPLES OF WORK: (The duties listed below are intended as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair digital video control rooms, large-scale LED video boards, production cameras, content management systems, and HD distribution equipment at major league sports facilities. Service distributed sound systems, including amplifiers, speakers, audio mixing consoles, digital signal processors, and networked audio protocols (Dante, MADI, AES67). Operate and troubleshoot AV control systems and protocols such as Crestron, Q‑SYS, and BSS. Perform preventive maintenance, software updates, database backups, and network management for audio, video, and telecommunications systems. Support audio/visual engineering needs during sporting and special events, including coordination with broadcast media and vendors. Maintain and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment, including phone systems, cabling, and fiber networks. Read and interpret blueprints and schematics for AV and low‑voltage wiring to integrate new equipment, implement design changes, and troubleshoot system issues. Prepare documentation, maintenance records, and reports using central facilities management software. Assist in the design, installation, enhancement, and expansion of AV systems, and support procurement of necessary equipment and materials. Communicate effectively with vendors, colleagues, and stadium partners to ensure smooth operations and maintain professional standards. Enforce wire management policies and integrate with other facility departments for related maintenance tasks. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND KEY COMPETENCIES: (The following generally describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required to enter the job or to be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned tasks). Comprehensiveknowledgeofdigitalandanalogaudio/videotechnologies, includingproduction cameras, switchers, servers, routers, and distributed sound systems. Knowledgeofcomputernetworkingfundamentals(TCP/IP,VLANs,routing/ switching,firewalls, network security, DHCP, OSI model). KnowledgeofbroadcastandAVcontrolsystemsandprotocols(Crestron,Q‑SYS,BSS,Dante, MADI, AES67). Knowledgeoftelecommunicationssystems,cablinginfrastructure,fiberoptics, andsignalflow. Knowledgeofpreventivemaintenancepracticesandsystembackupprocedures forAV,IT,and telecommunications equipment. Skillindiagnosingandrepairingcomplexbroadcast,audio,video,andtelecommunications equipment. Skillininterpretingandupdatingtechnicaldrawings,schematics,andwiring diagrams. Skillinusingtestinstrumentssuchasmeters,scopes,andmonitors for troubleshooting. Skillincoordinatingwithbroadcastmediaandsupportingliveeventswithreliabletechnical operations. Strongtechnicalwritinganddocumentationskillsforreports,records,andmaintenance procedures. Abilitytoperformtechnicalworkatheights,inconfinedspaces,andunder physicallydemanding conditions. Abilitytocommunicateclearlyandeffectivelywithcolleagues,vendors,and stadiumpartners. Abilitytoprioritizetasksandrespondquicklytooperationalissues,especially duringlivesporting and special events. Abilitytoworkbothindependentlyandcollaborativelywithmultidisciplinary facilityteams. Abilitytoadapttoevolvingtechnologiesandassistinthedesignandinstallationofnewsystems. Key competencies - technical expertise, troubleshooting and problem-solving, effective communication and collaboration, adaptability, time and project management, safety and compliance, and a commitment to continuous learning. QUALIFICATIONS: (Anycombinationofeducationandexperiencethatwouldlikelyprovidetheknowledge,skills,andabilities is qualifying.) General Qualifications: Abilitytoclimbladders,liftupto50lbs.,walklongdistances, andworkinconfinedspacesor at heights. Flexibilitytoworkevenings,weekends,andduringeventsasrequired. Strongcommunication,interpersonal,andteamwork skills. Abilitytoreadandinterpretblueprints,schematics,andtechnicaldrawings. Commitmenttosafety,facilitystandards,andprofessionalengineeringpractices. Minimum Qualifications: Five(5)yearsofexperienceinbroadcastengineeringorrelatedtechnology. Substitutionsfor experience: ProfessionalEngineerlicense=4yearsofexperience. Bachelor’sDegree =4yearsofexperience. Associate’sDegree =2 yearsofexperience. Accreditedrelatededucation(e.g.,military)=year-for-yearupto4years. Knowledgeofdigitalandanalogaudio/videosystems,telecommunications,andnetworking fundamentals. ExperiencemaintainingandtroubleshootingAVcontrolsystems,cameras,videoboards, sound systems, intercoms, and associated cabling/wiring. Abilitytoperformpreventivemaintenance,softwareupdates,andsystem backups. Preferred Qualifications: Workingknowledgeof2110digitalvideo,videoencoding/transport,andboth digitaland analog audio. FamiliaritywithAVandbroadcastequipmentfrommanufacturerssuchasRoss, Evertz, Riedel, RTS, Q‑SYS, BSS, Sony, Fujinon, Canon, Panasonic, Yamaha. Experienceusingmeters,scopes, andmonitorsfor troubleshooting. Certifiedfiberterminationandmaintenancetraining. Certifiedcomputernetworkingskills(A+andNetwork+ preferred). Professionalcertifications: SocietyofBroadcastEngineers(SBE): CBNT,CBNE,CVE,CAE,CPT. BICSI: RCDD. AVIXA: CTS,ANP. ElectronicSystems ProfessionalAlliance: ETS. \ #J-18808-Ljbffr