Multimedia Specialist

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university in Toronto seeks a Multimedia Specialist to support its Campus Events. This full-time role involves setting up AV systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining multimedia inventory. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and three years of AV experience, along with strong communication skills. The university values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Competitive pay between $72,119 to $92,226 annually is offered, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience with AV production.
• Experience with videoconferencing and media streaming technologies.
• Strong knowledge of AV control systems and Ethernet networking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain audio/visual systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain audio-visual inventory.
• Implement a rollout plan for new AV technologies.

Skills

Proficient in audiovisual technologies

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational abilities

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues

Experience with multimedia production

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Camtasia

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut

Job description

Job Information

Date Posted: 12/03/2025
Req ID: 46282
Faculty/Division: Operations and Real Estate Partnerships
Department: Campus Events and Conference Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00058855

About us

Campus Events & Conference Services (CECS) provides leadership, direction, expertise and advice in event production to the University community and external stakeholders, with emphasis on high standards for customer service, attention to detail and quality. CECS manages and facilitates a broad portfolio of activities including 25,000+ space bookings annually for all spaces in the central room inventory across the St. George Campus. CECS also offers a concierge service to support high‑production virtual and hybrid events. With a population of approximately 80,000 people on the St. George Campus, CECS ensures that high‑profile and other events can be executed successfully while allowing academic instruction and research to proceed without disruption.

Your opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Audio Visual & Media Productions, the Multimedia Specialist is an integral part of the Campus Events unit and the first point of contact for multimedia requests from internal and external clients and stakeholders. The demand for Campus Events and Conference Services is extremely high, making the position fast‑paced yet supported by a highly collaborative and dynamic team.

Your responsibilities will include

• Setting‑up and maintaining audio/visual systems
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
• Maintaining audio‑visual inventory
• Scheduling audio‑visual equipment bookings
• Implementing a rollout plan for new audio‑visual technologies
• Performing preventive maintenance on audio‑visual equipment
• Liaising with vendors to coordinate services and resolve issues
• Providing clients with detailed quotations on request

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with PC‑based and dedicated videoconferencing, audio‑visual, collaboration, and presentation technologies.
• Demonstrated experience supporting existing IP videoconferencing and digital media streaming technologies, as well as web‑based collaboration and conference technologies.
• In‑depth and demonstrated knowledge with AV technology and ability to keep abreast of developments in AV technology, with a strong emphasis on user experience.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating new technologies for recommendation.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard AV technologies, including video conferencing and web streaming products, gatekeepers, gateways, MCUs, firewall traversal tools, networking and standard communication protocols (like H.323, SIP, and H.264 protocols).
• Comprehensive knowledge of integration AV control systems and Ethernet networking, TCP/IP controls.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365, media formats (MPG, QuickTime, PNG, JPG, AIFF), digital media recording and editing tools (Camtasia, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut), and learning management systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Superior organizational and analytical/diagnostic skills.
• Must be self‑motivated, results‑oriented, a quick learner with a strong customer‑service focus and impeccable attention to detail.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

To be successful in this role you will be

• Approachable
• Multi‑tasker

Please note

• We are recruiting for 2 positions

Closing Date

12/11/2025, 11:59 PM ET

Employee Group

USW

Appointment Type

Ancillary Operations

Schedule

Full‑Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone

USW Pay Band 10 – $72,119 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $92,226. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category

Facilities/Ancillary Services

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].