Assistant Technical Director: Audio, Live Education Tech

Long Island University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Island University is seeking an experienced Audio/AV Support Technician to maintain and support recording studios, production labs, classrooms, and live event spaces across campus. You will troubleshoot A/V equipment, configure DAW workstations, and support livestreams and hybrid productions in Kumble Theatre.

The role requires 3+ years in professional audio/AV environments, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with Pro Tools, Avid products, and control systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting professional audio, AV, studio, theater, or live event environments.
• Strong knowledge of signal flow, audio systems, and production technology.
• Experience with digital audio workstations and professional recording equipment.
• Experience with live sound.
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support professional recording studios and production labs.
• Troubleshoot A/V equipment, studio monitors, microphones, software suites, and all audio hardware.
• Configure, maintain, and support audio software workstations including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, and associated plug‑ins and software.
• Assist with equipment calibration, signal flow, and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate equipment repairs, warranty service, and vendor support.
• Provide technical support for university facilities, including technology, piano, and drum labs.
• Ensure all instructional spaces remain operational, organized, and fully functional for academic use.
• Assist faculty with classroom technology systems, software installations, and computer workstations.
• Support student projects, coursework, capstone productions, recording sessions, and technical demonstrations.
• Facilitate software deployment, updates, and license management for instructional computer labs.
• Train students and faculty on the safe and effective operation of university technology and production equipment.
• Support live events, showcases, recitals, theatrical productions, guest lectures, and industry events.
• Serve as technical support for productions and events held in Kumble Theatre, including evenings and weekends as required by the university's event schedule.
• Assist with venue setup, technical rehearsals, strike, and event logistics.
• Operate or support mixing consoles, wireless microphone systems, speaker management systems, and playback systems.
• Assist with livestream and hybrid event production as needed.
• Maintain inventories of audio, video, lighting, and production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections of technical systems.
• Assist with installation of new equipment, infrastructure improvements, and technology upgrades.
• Maintain technical documentation, equipment records, and operational procedures.
• Respond promptly to technical issues and service requests across university instructional and performance spaces.

Skills

Signal flow

Audio systems

DAW support

Live sound

Troubleshooting

Tools

Pro Tools

Avid products

Q-SYS

Crestron

Extron

Job description

Long Island University is seeking an experienced Audio/AV Support Technician to maintain and support recording studios, production labs, classrooms, and live event spaces across campus. You will troubleshoot A/V equipment, configure DAW workstations, and support livestreams and hybrid productions in Kumble Theatre.

The role requires 3+ years in professional audio/AV environments, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with Pro Tools, Avid products, and control systems.