TITLE OF
POSITION: Public Programs Audiovisual Assistant
PURPOSE OF JOB:
To provide an enjoyable experience for visitors attending public programs
and presentations by providing quality audiovisual support.
SUPERVISED BY: Ed
Autry, Media Operations
Donna Denslow, Coordinator of Volunteer and Intern Services
Edeen Martin, Public Programs Officer
Scott Roley, Deputy Director
ASSIST OR BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR:
1. The set up, operation,
and 'take down' of all needed audiovisual equipment for Truman Library
programs.
2. Coordinating with the guest speaker or their representative to implement
A/V setup already arranged by Truman Library staff.
3. Insuring audiovisual equipment is operational at least one hour prior
to show time.
4. Shooting 35mm photos.
5. The following components located on the stage in the Missouri Auditorium:
· Proper disconnection and removal of stage speakers from the
stage, replace and reconnect speakers after the presentation.
· Set up and connect lectern with both power and microphone.
· Preset and operate house lights, stage lights and footlights.
· Adjust audio levels and operate audio sources. (i.e., DVD/CD
Player, audio cassette player, etc.)
· Operate video sources. (i.e., DVD player, video cassette player,
etc.)
· Operate projection equipment. (i.e., video projectors, 35mm
slide projectors, etc.)
COMMITMENT REQUIRED:
A minimum commitment
of two events a month for a year is required. Each event usually requires
at least a 3 to 4-hour time commitment. Events are held throughout the
week which includes weekends and evenings, and possible holidays.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:
Must be age 21
or older
High School diploma
Mature, self-starter
Reliable, responsible
Able to work independently
Able to accept supervision
Flexible
Some Audiovisual experience helpful
TRAINING/ORIENTATION
PROVIDED:
Basic reading material
on Harry S. Truman and exhibit material.
View the Guggenheim film
Attend two museum tours with docents.
Before being personally assigned to an event, volunteer will attend
1-2 events to observe
Media Operations Coordinator set-up, operate, and 'take down' A/V equipment.
Orientation and safety briefing with Media Operations Coordinator on
the facility and
equipment.
LOCATION OF JOB:
Truman Presidential
Museum & Library
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
Knowledge about
Harry S. Truman, the Library and Museum, and the educational aspects
offered to visitors through a variety of programs/exhibits; discount
prices in the museum gift shop; invitations to special events; volunteer
appreciation programs; free parking; free subscription to "Whistle-Stop,"
the quarterly newsletter of the Harry S. Truman Library Institute; free
admission to the museum for your and your immediate family.
8/27/02
