Hiring Designer in Dallas
Summary
To provide design and installation support to the Salespeople of Integrated A/V Systems and its clients for installation of audio-visual systems; all other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design audio-visual systems for salespeople.
Assist salespeople with the technical aspects of audio-visual systems.
Define and approve Scope of Work for systems proposals.
Determine amount of labor hours needed in system projects including installation hours, programming hours, project management hours, design and travel time.
Define and determine which items are needed within an audio-visual design to accomplish the expectations as set by clients and salespeople.
Secure technical components for project material lists such as cabling lengths, interfaces and switching devices, fixed audio components, podium technical design for correct size and functionality to hold various components, lens requirements for accurate throw distances, all programming hardware for control systems and any other related technical components which require the advice of a designer’s perspective as directed by manager.
Give purchasing recommendations for products specified for a project to the Purchasing department so that a schedule can be set, maintained or regained.
Submit design drawings to: salespeople, client, Installation team leader, manager and applicable subs before start of projects
Design, when requested, video, audio and control portions of AV systems.
Regularly review and maintain technical bulletins/updates.
Review blueprints for projects and maintain copies before, during and after completion. Copies to be filed in project folder area upon completion
Maintain a daily log of time spent working on projects, answering calls, etc. and will utilize the billing methods prescribed by management.
Work on daily projects as prioritized in design queue outlined in daily work log
by management.
Seldom, perform site surveys when requested by management.
Make sure all test and required certification procedures are verified.
Archive the final design files on Integration’s server.
Participate in on-line, off site and local technical training when requested.
Assist Management by recommending inventory stock orders of items needed for installations.
Competencies
Design – Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
