Technical Director

Novo Cinemas

Dubai, UAE

Ref: OP149-32

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Main responsibility:
For all Novo cinemas sites officially handed over to the technical department, the technical director will assume responsibility for the AV equipment involved in the income generated by the content distribution & exhibition.

Specific duties:
- Provide technical assistance and coaching to Gulf Film and Novo Cinemas staff as required.
- Ensure trouble free operations of The Lab, the NemOC and with other digital ancillary services.
- Responsible for the maintenance of the AV equipment, making sure that appropriate technical measures (backup, redundancy, no SPOF) are enforced.
- Required to continuously provide the management with health status for the AV equipment operated on each site.
- As technology evolves at an ever increasing pace, candidate is required to maintain, at his/her own expense, his/her technical qualifications and be on the lookout for all possible technical improvements and new systems.

Generic duties:
- Needs to perform some special tasks that may be assigned by the management in line with the above mentioned
- Ensure a technology watchtower and an early alert role.
- Required to evaluate interviewed candidates for technical positions

Requirements

- 7-10 years of experience.Above average knowledge of AV technologies deployed in cinema theatres
- Proven ability in managing a technical team.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure effectively.
- Mastering troubleshooting strategies and procedures to achieve high AV equipment reliability under constrained budgets.

About the Company

Novo Cinemas is home to the most innovative entertainment experiences in the GCC, offering each visitor A Great Time Out since 2014. We are one of the largest cinema chains in the Middle East because we push boundaries, pioneer change, and consistently strive for the "new". We began our legacy by introducing the region to such evolutionary technologies as the largest IMAX with Laser in the MENA region, online booking, e-kiosks and the first cinema-dedicated mobile app.

Novo Cinemas takes pride in showcasing the latest viewing technology, being acknowledged as the regional leader in cinema innovation when bestowed with the Most Innovative Cinema award at ComiCon ME 2017. This award is a testament to our dedication to providing customers with the most state-of-the-art movie-going experiences possible.

Our theaters are cinematic experience hubs creating lasting memories for every customer. Novo brings movies to life, letting guests choose from 2D, 3D, 4D, IMAX with Laser, ATMOS and luxury 7-Star VIP suites for their comfort. Supporting the in-theatre entertainment are bespoke gourmet menus, the latest trends in cinema snacks including frozen popcorn, fresh crepes and healthy treats. We are committed to providing every community with a personalized and outstanding entertainment experience placing cinema-goers at the forefront. Known as a destination for regional premieres, we are proud to host the most anticipated preview screenings. In addition to blockbuster releases, Novo offers corporate and private group bookings as well as alternative content such as live boxing, cricket and football matches and the performing arts. Films can be as informative as they are entertaining and Novo's commitment to education is reflected in our wide range of stunning IMAX documentary films available for private school bookings.

There are currently 158 screens across the GCC, ongoing expansion will see our numbers grow to over to 220 screens in more than 20 cinemas in four markets by 2019. Novo Cinemas. A Great Time Out! www.novocinemas.com

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