Audio Visual AV Technician

Stern School of Business Information Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

The Stern School of Business Information Technology is seeking an Audio Visual (AV) Technician to provide critical audiovisual support for classroom and special events. Responsibilities include setting up AV equipment, assisting faculty and staff during events, and performing maintenance on equipment. Ideal candidates should possess strong technical and customer service skills, preferably with backgrounds in media production or computer science. Experience with industry-standard software like MS PowerPoint is also beneficial.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and technical skills in Audio/Visual and IT.
• Familiarity with AV equipment and troubleshooting skills.
• Punctuality and customer service orientation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily checks and setups of AV technology for classrooms and events.
• Provide on-demand assistance during events.
• Monitor live classroom recordings and handle equipment striking.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical skills in Audio/Visual and IT

Customer service orientation

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Recorded music, film/television, and production majors preferred

Computer science majors considered

Tools

MS PowerPoint

Keynote

Audio amplification equipment

Video recording equipment

Job description

We are looking for an Audio Visual (AV) Technician to provide audiovisual classroom and special event support for the NYU Stern School of Business community.

Responsibilities

• Performing daily equipment checks and set ups of classroom and event space technology (PC/laptop sources, ceiling projectors, document cameras, etc.)
• Set up of wired/wireless microphones, and presentation materials
• Live on‑demand assistance for faculty, students, and staff before and during events
• Working with staff on special projects and all day/week special events
• Monitoring live classroom recordings
• Striking equipment and performing end‑of‑day close out procedures

Secondary responsibilities

• Answering client phone calls and subsequently logging/resolving AV inquiries
• Storage and inventory upkeep
• Basic hardware troubleshooting and routine equipment maintenance (equipment battery checks, projector filter/lamp replacement, etc.)

Qualifications

Individuals with strong interpersonal and technical (i.e. Audio/Visual and IT) skills. This includes:

• Familiarity with audio amplification and video recording equipment; presentation software such as MS Powerpoint and Keynote; and troubleshooting acumen.
• Must be punctual and be customer service oriented.
• Recorded music, film/television, and production majors preferred (primary), as well as computer science majors (secondary).
• Students with work study preferred.

Compensation

Based on experience