Video Hod

Overview:
PRG is the world’s leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical reality, deepening their connection to their audiences. What sets us apart are our people. No other company in our industry has such a deep and diverse bench of talent, working across theatre, TV, film, music, corporate events, equipment rental and more. With over 250 patents and registered trademarks, PRG is defined by innovation. And through our network of 38 offices spanning five continents, we can deliver for our customers anywhere around the globe.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 5+ years’ experience
- Experience in managing and motivating a team to achieve results.
- An excellent understanding and passion for the industry.
- Good understandings of electrical theory / power distribution.
- Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
- Able to manage resources during very busy periods, implementing contingencies to meet the changing business needs.
- Capable of working to strict deadlines.
- Able to communicate confidently and clearly; written and spoken.
- A good understanding of stock control systems.
- Comprehensive understanding of the range of professional Video equipment solutions and procedures for the live entertainment and events industry.
- A good understanding of electrical safety at work and safe working practices.
- An understanding of basic rigging principles and weight load calculations is required.
- Able to give clear guidance on what needs to be achieved.
- Takes a proactive stance, initiating action before being asked.
- Positive attitude to extra duties and new challenges.
- Ability to understand and comply with the Company’s Health and Safety Rules
- Prepared to work additional hours when necessary.
- Actively demonstrate and promote safe working methods / safe lifting practices.
- Reliable and with good time keeping record.
- Maturity to deal with people at all levels of the organisation.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Takes a proactive stance, initiating action before being asked.
- Committed to personal development.
- Always maintain a positive corporate image.

**Responsibilities**:
Working with Video Account Executives, Operations Manager, Project Managers and other Sales teams to support and implement Video solutions across all PRG projects to meet clients’ requirements.

Supporting both Project Managers and the planning team to advise on the appointment of staff and freelancers whilst ensuring a consistently high standard of delivery across the diverse range of projects we deliver.

All aspects of work to be carried out to the highest possible standard of safety while meeting PRG standards and client expectations.

**Summary Of Principle Duties and Responsibilities**
- Be responsive and accommodating to internal and external issues or enquiries.
- Ensure that accurate briefs are delivered to the team through regular dialogue with Planning, Project Management and Sales.
- Support planning to ensure we accurately interpret and design ideal solutions to ensure that the company can support the event - adapting specifications as required and as appropriate.
- Assess booking requirements on the Company equipment rental software, ensuring we maximise utilisation and broader management of stock against any incoming briefs.
- Supervise the team in the prepping and testing of equipment in line with the Company’s standards and procedures.
- Log all damage to property and take appropriate action to mitigate loss.
- Manage and oversee the testing of all Video equipment in line with regulations, ensuring the company has appropriate certification or licensing and the correct attire or tools to complete the project in a competent, safe, and efficient manner.
- Ensure that damaged or faulty equipment is logged on the rental software system and is communicated to the Operations & Service Departments.
- Plan the maintenance, repair, and upgrades of all Video equipment, ensuring all stock is regularly serviced / repaired and available for rental.
- Conduct regular work site visits to ensure delivery standards are being upheld.
- Lead operations to develop processes to make the delivery run smoothly and increase efficiency and profitability of the business unit.
- Ensure PRG staff are compliant with the company’s grooming policies and are wearing the correct PPE both in the warehouse and onsite.
- With the support of planning and management, assess workloads and staffing levels within the department to ensure deadlines are met and the department is always manned appropriately.
- Working to ensure that all members of the Video department can competently install, set-up, and de-rig Video equipment in a safe and proper manner.
- Operate within the current Health and Safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment
- Supporting Asset Management to identify new equipment