Senior Event Technician (m/f/d)

WHITEvoid; Berlin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee and beverages

Team events and BBQs

Urban Sports Club membership discount

Job summary

DARK MATTER is seeking an experienced Event Technician to commission, operate, and optimize lighting and audio-visual installations for indoor and outdoor events. You will program GrandMA consoles, support control systems like TouchDesigner and Resolume, and ensure high-quality technical execution.

The role requires hands-on, team-driven work, with a willingness to work weekends and collaborate with an international team. Berlin-based project with dynamic, creative environments.

Qualifications

• Completed education as an event technician and Meister für Veranstaltungstechnik (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years of professional experience in event technology.
• Strong experience with lighting consoles and control systems (GrandMA).
• Experience with media servers and control software.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, supervision, and shutdown of technical systems and installations in daily operation.
• Troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Full responsibility for the operation and optimization of light and sound installations (with strong focus on lighting).
• Programming and operation of lighting consoles (e.g. GrandMA).
• Working with and supporting control systems and media servers (e.g. TouchDesigner, Resolume, Madrix, Beyond).
• Maintenance and servicing of technical equipment and building systems.
• Installation, supervision, and dismantling of technical equipment for temporary indoor and outdoor events (concerts, shows, parties).
• Ensuring high technical quality and smooth execution of installations and daily operations.
• Supporting and guiding less experienced technicians when needed.
• Contributing to the improvement and optimization of technical processes.

Skills

Event tech

Troubleshooting

On-site teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Meister für Veranstaltungstechnik

Tools

GrandMA lighting

TouchDesigner

Resolume

Madrix

Beyond

Job description

DARK MATTER redefines the interfaces between technology, creativity and interaction

in order to create space for personal sensory experiences.

DARK MATTER redefines the interfaces between technology, creativity and interaction

in order to create space for personal sensory experiences.

DARK MATTER is an exhibition made of expansive light installations within a converted factory. The exhibition introduces new and technical concepts, most of which will bemade visible to the public for the very first time.

Tasks

• Commissioning, supervision, and shutdown of technical systems and installations in daily operation
• Troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues
• Full responsibility for the operation and optimization of light and sound installations (with strong focus on lighting)
• Programming and operation of lighting consoles (e.g. GrandMA)
• Working with and supporting control systems and media servers (e.g. TouchDesigner, Resolume, Madrix, Beyond)
• Maintenance and servicing of technical equipment and building systems
• Installation, supervision, and dismantling of technical equipment for temporary indoor and outdoor events (concerts, shows, parties)
• Ensuring high technical quality and smooth execution of installations and daily operations
• Supporting and guiding less experienced technicians when needed
• Contributing to the improvement and optimization of technical processes

Requirements

• Completed education as an event technician and qualification as Meister für Veranstaltungstechnik (or equivalent)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in event technology
• Strong experience with lighting consoles and control systems (especially GrandMA)
• Experience with media servers and control software
• Very good understanding of lighting systems, fixtures, and technical setups
• Experience with troubleshooting and working in complex technical environments
• Hands-on mentality and very strong technical understanding
• Structured and solution-oriented way of working, even under pressure
• Strong team player with the ability to take responsibility on-site
• Very good English skills (German is a plus, but not mandatory)
• Willingness to work weekends when required

Benefits

• A highly motivated, international team and a friendly, open-mind working environment - we stand for openness and diversity
• Independent work, flat hierarchies, and the opportunity to contribute your own ideas
• Free coffee and beverages
• Team events such as shared BBQ evenings and summer parties
• Discounted Urban Sports Club membership