Audio/Visual Technical Director

University-of-Main; Farmington (ME); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition waiver for employees and their

Employer retirement plan contribution

Résumé du poste

The University of Maine at Farmington’s Emery Community Arts Center seeks a full-time, year-round Audio/Visual Technical Director to support year-round programming, manage audio, lighting, rigging and stage operations for performances, lectures and exhibitions.

The role includes hiring and training student crews, maintaining equipment, coordinating events, and facilitating gallery installations in ECAC Flex Space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater or related field; 1–3 years of professional experience.
• Or a combination of education and experience to equate to at least five years.
• Experience in audio engineering, sound reinforcement, and live sound mixing.
• Experience with professional/theatrical video projection systems including projectors and screens.

Responsabilités

• Coordinates and manages event logistics, staffing, and technical support for ECAC productions.
• Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots AV, sound, and recording equipment for events.
• Maintains audiovisual equipment, including sound systems, projectors, and lighting fixtures.
• Hires, trains, and supervises student crews and event staff.
• Creates sound and video design for theatrical productions and performances.

Connaissances

Audio engineering

Live sound mixing

Event coordination

Staff supervision

Troubleshooting AV gear

Formation

Bachelors in Technical Theater or related field

5+ years combined education/experience

Outils

Lighting equipment

Projection systems

Sound reinforcement gear

Description du poste

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) and the Emery Community Arts Center (ECAC) are in search of a full-time, year-round Audio/Visual Technical Director (A/V).The A/V Technical Director at Emery Community Arts Center (ECAC) plays akeyrole in supporting the technical and organizational aspects of ECAC year-round arts programming. This multifaceted position involves providing comprehensive audiovisual technical support, sound reinforcement, lighting, rigging, event coordination, and stage management for a variety of live events, including performances, concerts, lectures, and other artistic presentations. Additionally, the A/V Technical Director willbe responsible
forfacilitatingvisual art exhibitions by overseeing gallery preparation, art handling, and installation in ECAC Flex Space Gallery and adjacent lobby areas.
The Emery Community Arts Center is a vibrant and versatile arts venue. Our dynamic programming brings local, regional, and national artists, musicians, performers, and scholars to Farmington. Our facility includes:

• Flex Space is a 1,600-square-foot gallery for traditional exhibits, new media and performance art.
• Performance Space is a 2,500-square-foot, 120-seat multipurpose black box theater with dynamic vertical foldaway doors that open onto an outdoor performance area.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the annual salary for this position is $45,300.32 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.

Work Schedule: Due to the event-based nature of the position, the weekly schedule will be irregular, oriented around programming needs and schedule of events, often during evenings and weekends.
Working Conditions: Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, bending, lifting, climbing ladders, and using stairs and lifts. Lifting and exerting force of more than 50 pounds requires assistance by other employee(s) or mechanical assistance. Individual forces must never exceed 50 pounds. (see job description for physical demands)

Essential functions (including but not limited to)

• Coordinates and manages logistical aspects of events and productions, including venue setup, staffing requirements, implementing technical support, and breaking
  down events to ensure seamless execution from start to finish.
• Implements and provides technical assistance in the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of audiovisual, sound, and recording equipment for various events and
  activities.
• Ensures the proper functioning and maintenance of all audiovisual equipment, including sound systems, projectors, screens, lighting fixtures, and related accessories
  to support ECAC events.
• Hires, trains, manages, and supervises student employee technical crews, art gallery monitors, and student event staff.
• Creates sound and video design for theatrical productions and performances.

Job Description

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater or related field and One (1) to three (3) years of professional experience
• Or a combination of education and experience to equate to a minimum of five (5) years
• Experience in audio engineering, sound reinforcement, and/or live sound mixing.
• Experience with professional/theatrical video projection systems including projectors and screens.

Application Requirements:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references
  

We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Tuesday, October 6, 2026

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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