Experienced Audiovisual Systems DesignerArea: Greater London / Central LondonOffice Location: Old StreetContract: Full time, permanentSalary: £40,000 - £47,000 DOE + OvertimeAbout us:Crossover is one of the UK’s leading AV Systems Integrators. Based in Central London, we design, supply, and install a very wide range of high-end audio & audiovisual systems for clients across many different industries. High-profile projects include AV and audio system installs for the BBC, Serco, Monzo, the NHS, TripAdvisor, Ferrari, Lush, Barry’s Bootcamp, and Rolls Royce to name a few.As a company we are dynamic, and we’re thriving thanks to our attention-to-detail and focus on getting the job done perfectly with a genuinely caring attitude at every stage, meaning that most of our clients are repeat or come from referrals. We were chosen as ‘Breakthrough Company of the Year’ Finalist in the 2017 AV Awards, but have come a long way since then!As a team we are hard-working and take pride in our highly collaborative attitude, fostering a supportive, close-knit team with no egos and no ‘blame culture’. We invest very heavily in the personal and professional development of each and every member of our team – this is at the centre of our ethos, and having one of the team who only joined us a year previously in a junior role be selected as the AV Awards ‘Rising Star’ is one of many testaments to that.About the Role:Working as an Audiovisual (AV) Systems Designer you will be designing and consulting on a range of commercial AV projects, using your extensive product knowledge to select the most suitable equipment on the market, in order to meet a brief with effective and commercially viable solutions.You will primarily be responsible for understanding client requirements, and turning those into functional AV systems which are a pleasure to use. You will also be responsible for sharing all the details of your designs to our installation teams, in order that they can carry out a smooth and high-quality installation, with you serving as the main technical voice whenever questions come up.The role will bring the chance to design large scale and innovative AV projects for high-profile spaces in Central London and the rest of the UK. Some of our recent work includes projects for the BBC, NHS training facilities, HQs for multinational corporations, some of the world’s finest showrooms, state of the art sports facilities, highly flexible conference centres, well known events spaces, award-winning flagship retail spaces on Oxford Street, the whole of the outdoor PA systems for huge sprawling retail villages, corporate video studios, and high quality live music venues.As part of the design process you would be investigating state-of-the-art AV technology and thinking creatively to solve technical challenges with innovative, and often pioneering, approaches.The requirements of the roleProactively manage design pipeline and own your workflowHave client meetings to understand the real needs behind their requestsDevelop functional systems which consider the clients’ spoken and unspoken needsDevelop system schematicsDevelop BOM and accurate pricing documentsDevelop client proposalsManage admin processes to deal with approved projects, including hand-over to admin teams and installation teamsWork with our Project Engineer (who does the bulk of the work to make the final schematics, drawings elevations, cable schedules), to provide initial draft (sometimes hand-drawn) versions; and check their output.Develop scope of works documents / explain these during Design Handover MeetingsAbility to carry out site surveysMaintain up to date industry knowledgeLiaising with manufacturer product specialistsReview of proposal documents, which outline and sell the AV systems you have designedWorking closely with Project Managers and the Installation Manager so that they can effectively plan for installation works.Communicating useful product information to the rest of the Design Team.Attending training courses & trade exhibitionsWhat it takes to flourish in the roleComplete ownership of projects and teamwork - assume full responsibility for all aspects of design jobs and be willing to work to solve any issues that arise, including those that may seem "not my problem"Good communication skills both internally and externally, including frequent comms and reliable following through - not leaving loose endsObsessive attention to detail - never failing to capitalise the right words, or spot slight imperfections/inconsistenciesProactive, ‘can-do' attitude - being able to see past any problems which may seem like roadblocks and find solutionsAbility to follow standard protocols, as well as thinking critically and knowing when to use their own judgement to discern whether ignoring the protocol might be the best solutionOpenness to continuous learning, and ability to see different viewpointsTechnical requirementsThis role involves a deep technical understanding of how different AV devices are connected and interfaced within larger integrated systems. Those systems could include QSYS / Crestron / Extron control, switching and transmission; videoconferencing systems (Polycom, Logitech etc), audio DSP, streaming, digital signage, projection and audio systems.About you and what you will need: Based within London Zones 1 – 6Deeply interested in the world of audio and audiovisual systems, technologies and equipmentAs happy and comfortable working alone for a whole day, as working closely with othersA minimum of 3 years of experience in an AV Systems Design / Consultancy role. (Previous experience in designing systems for any of the following sectors would be highly advantageous; conference centres and events spaces, leisure and fitness venues, commercial offices and boardrooms, retail environments and showrooms.)Full UK working rightsAbility to use AutoCAD is desirableCareer development: There is scope within the business to develop as per your strengths and interests. We are a dynamic, energised company whose Directors genuinely believe in helping each and every member of the team to fulfil their potential and will support you to grow with the business.We offer: Company laptop, mobile phone and all relevant tools & equipmentHybrid working – on average 2 days a week from home if preferred.Day off for your birthday20 days annual leave + bank holidaysStatutory pensionBike to work schemeRegular nights out with the team