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Amberaudio: Updated tech responsibilities summary

2025-11-05T20:37:01Z

Updated tech responsibilities summary

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	'''Pre-Convention Setup'''		'''Pre-Convention Setup'''

	* ~~Working~~ with ~~logistics~~ to ~~verify tech bins have the correct~~ equipment in ~~them~~ and ~~that inventory sheets are accurate~~		* Verify inventory and identify whether or not any replacement or additional equipment is needed.
	* ~~Transporting, setting up,~~ and ~~testing all AV equipment for the convention~~		* Update documentation to include any new equipment that has been added since the previous year
	* ~~Installing speakers~~, ~~projectors, screens, microphones, mixers, lighting fixtures, cabling etc. in all convention spaces including Main Stage, Panel Rooms, Video Rooms, Workshops, Second Stage, Rave~~, and ~~more~~		* Communicate with programming to identify any new equipment that may need to be added
	* ~~Creating setup diagrams~~ and ~~documentation for each space~~		* Verify load in and load out timing and procedure with Logistics
	* ~~Training staff~~ and ~~volunteers~~ on ~~proper equipment operation~~		* Assist with identifying power drop needs across the Convention space
			* Coordinate with main stage staff regarding time management needs for panels and events on main stage
			* Coordinate with Rave staff regarding acquisition, setup, and non-rave usage of second stage equipment
			* Identify Panels that need technical assistance and create a schedule to be able to assist where requested
			* Setup and adjust AV equipment in all panel and stage spaces, as well as video in registration on Day 0


	'''Support During Convention'''		'''Support During Convention'''

	* ~~Operating live audio at Main Stage events like Masquerade~~, ~~concerts, charity auction~~, ~~etc.~~		* Check and, if needed, reset tech in rooms each morning
	* ~~Monitoring equipment~~ and ~~quickly troubleshooting any technical issues~~		* Track schedule for Panels and Stages in order to deploy staff to check on Guests and Panels that request assistance with tech
	* ~~Resetting~~ and ~~adjusting equipment between panels~~ and events		* Verify, organize, and playback audio files for cosplay contest, talent show, and other main stage or second stage programming where required
	* ~~Providing AV support for guests and attendees as needed~~		* Monitor and maintain proper audio levels during special events on Main Stage or Second Stage
	* ~~Overseeing equipment checkout for~~ staff ~~use~~		* Assist main stage staff with video switching where necessary
			* Assist rave staff with setup, soundcheck, and distribution of glow items


	'''Post-Convention'''		'''Post-Convention'''

	* ~~Tearing down all AV~~ equipment ~~and returning any possible rentals~~		* Inventory and organize equipment as it is being put away at the end of con
	* Maintain a working end of con ~~inventory of tech~~		* Document any damaged or missing equipment
	* ~~Inspecting gear for damage and organizing inventory~~		* Research any requested equipment and determine cost-benefit of said items, document items so they can be requested the next year
	* ~~Making budget requests for new~~ equipment

	== Joining Tech ==		== Joining Tech ==

Amberaudio at 20:16, 18 September 2024

2024-09-18T20:16:39Z

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	Tech is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and tearing down all of the tech in the panel rooms. We've done our best to label and gather equipment needed for each room to make it easier for Tech to work with Logistics to get the correct gear to the correct room at load-in.		Tech is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and tearing down all of the tech in the panel rooms. We've done our best to label and gather equipment needed for each room to make it easier for Tech to work with Logistics to get the correct gear to the correct room at load-in.

	See [[Tech/Panel Equipment]]		See [[A/V Equipment\|Tech/Panel Equipment]]

Amberaudio: /* What We Do */ minor update to post con activities

2024-09-18T13:34:07Z

What We Do: minor update to post con activities

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	* Tearing down all AV equipment and returning any possible rentals		* Tearing down all AV equipment and returning any possible rentals
			* Maintain a working end of con inventory of tech
	* Inspecting gear for damage and organizing inventory		* Inspecting gear for damage and organizing inventory
	* Making budget requests for new equipment		* Making budget requests for new equipment

Amberaudio: Added some description and links to help gather tech info together

2023-10-05T17:32:15Z

Added some description and links to help gather tech info together

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	See [[:Category:Tech_Equipment]]		See [[:Category:Tech_Equipment]]

			== Room Responsibilities ==
			Tech is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and tearing down all of the tech in the panel rooms. We've done our best to label and gather equipment needed for each room to make it easier for Tech to work with Logistics to get the correct gear to the correct room at load-in.

			See [[Tech/Panel Equipment]]

Amberaudio: /* What We Do */

2023-09-16T03:37:28Z

What We Do

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	The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.		The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.

	== ~~That~~ We Do ==		== What We Do ==
	'''Pre-Convention Setup'''		'''Pre-Convention Setup'''

Amberaudio: /* That We Do */

2023-09-16T03:37:03Z

That We Do

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	'''Pre-Convention Setup'''		'''Pre-Convention Setup'''

			* Working with logistics to verify tech bins have the correct equipment in them and that inventory sheets are accurate
	* Transporting, setting up, and testing all AV equipment for the convention		* Transporting, setting up, and testing all AV equipment for the convention
	* Installing speakers, projectors, screens, microphones, mixers, lighting fixtures, cabling etc. in all convention spaces including Main Stage, Panel Rooms, Video Rooms, Workshops, Second Stage, Rave, and more		* Installing speakers, projectors, screens, microphones, mixers, lighting fixtures, cabling etc. in all convention spaces including Main Stage, Panel Rooms, Video Rooms, Workshops, Second Stage, Rave, and more

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2023-09-02T21:02:52Z

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	[[Category:Departments]][[Category:~~Tech_Departments~~]]		[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Tech_Department]]

	The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.		The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.

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2023-09-02T21:01:29Z

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	[[Category:Departments]]		[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Tech_Departments]]
	[[Category:~~Departments~~]]

	The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.		The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.

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2023-08-30T22:02:30Z

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			[[Category:Departments]]
	[[Category:Departments]]		[[Category:Departments]]

	Tech is responsible for ~~setting up~~ the ~~Main stage equipment~~, ~~the panels rooms equipment~~, and ~~the Live Music equipment~~.		The Tech Department is responsible for handling all of the audio, video, and lighting needs at SNAFU Con.

	'''~~Department Structure~~'''		== That We Do ==
	*Head of Tech: Amber		'''Pre-Convention Setup'''
	**Second Head of Tech (Co Head Live Sound): Mike

			* Transporting, setting up, and testing all AV equipment for the convention
			* Installing speakers, projectors, screens, microphones, mixers, lighting fixtures, cabling etc. in all convention spaces including Main Stage, Panel Rooms, Video Rooms, Workshops, Second Stage, Rave, and more
			* Creating setup diagrams and documentation for each space
			* Training staff and volunteers on proper equipment operation

	~~Tech is a constantly moving and growing department always looking for new people to join its ranks.~~		'''Support During Convention'''

	~~'''Requirements to join Tech'''~~		* Operating live audio at Main Stage events like Masquerade, concerts, charity auction, etc.
	*~~Some knowledge on stage sound~~ equipment		* Monitoring equipment and quickly troubleshooting any technical issues
	*~~Ability to work long hours~~		* Resetting and adjusting equipment between panels and events
	*~~Ability to move around constantly~~		* Providing AV support for guests and attendees as needed
	*~~Working knowledge of Powerpoint~~		* Overseeing equipment checkout for staff use
	*Ability to work well with others. We get asked a lot of questions due to the location of tech.

	~~'''Bonus Experience'''~~
	*Ability to use ~~a Soldering Iron~~
	*Working Knowledge of Video Equipment
	*Computer Troubleshooting Skills
	*Skin Like Fantastic Four's The Thing

			'''Post-Convention'''

			* Tearing down all AV equipment and returning any possible rentals
			* Inspecting gear for damage and organizing inventory
			* Making budget requests for new equipment

			== Joining Tech ==
			The Tech Department strives to provide the best possible audio, video and lighting experience at SNAFU Con. We are always looking for new staff members interested in learning about AV equipment and live events. Experience is not required, just a willingness to learn and pitch in.
	==Equipment==		==Equipment==
	Tech provides most of it's own equipment either because SCIENCE owns it or because a staffer does.		Tech provides most of it's own equipment either because SCIENCE owns it or because a staffer does.

	See [[:Category:Tech_Equipment]]		See [[:Category:Tech_Equipment]]

Amberaudio: Edited to reflect current staff structure

2018-07-28T21:19:17Z

Edited to reflect current staff structure

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	'''Department Structure'''		'''Department Structure'''
	*Head of Tech: ~~Origami~~		*Head of Tech: Amber
	**Second Head of Tech (General): Haku		**Second Head of Tech (Co Head Live Sound): Mike
	**Second Head of Tech (Co Head Live Sound): ~~Gordon~~
	**Second Head of Tech (Co Head Live Sound): Amber

	Tech is a constantly moving and growing department always looking for new people to join its ranks.		Tech is a constantly moving and growing department always looking for new people to join its ranks.