Hardware Build & Studio Ops Technician

Visual Endeavors is a boutique creative technology studio building immersive experiences for live events and concerts. We design and build the custom gear that powers our shows - including our flagship PixelCannon media servers, assembled in-house at our Santa Cruz studio. We're looking for a hands-on Hardware Build & Studio Ops Technician to join the team. You should be comfortable around computers, hardware and networking gear and take pride in building things. You'll be building the hardware that powers shows for A-list touring acts, maintaining network infrastructure, keeping our warehouse running smoothly and making sure everything is organized, labeled and ready to deploy. This is a part-time role with room to grow as the studio scales.

What You'll Do

PixelCannon Assembly + Custom Hardware Builds

Assemble PixelCannon media server units from components - installing motherboards, GPUs, drives, RAM and cooling systems Perform QC and assist with network configuration Help with soldering, cable making, 3D printing, laser cutting or CNC tasks Keep the studio organized, clean and optimized for creative production Maintain inventory and prepare shipments

Have built a PC or worked in IT/networking - or - come from a fab lab, makerspace, or hands-on build environment Understand networking basics - IP addressing, subnets, managed switches, patch panels or structured cabling Are detail-oriented and take pride in clean, organized, well-labeled work Are comfortable using hand tools, power tools and shop equipment Are local to Santa Cruz or the surrounding area Can lift 50+ lbs and are comfortable on your feet in a shop environment Are reliable, self-directed and communicate well