Audio Visual Technician-On-Call, Full Time and Part-Time

The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier event and conference venue in Auburn is seeking an Audio-Visual Technician to support both in-house and off-site clients. The role involves managing AV equipment, training staff, and ensuring seamless technical operations during events. Candidates should hold a high school diploma, with a preference for a degree in a related field, and possess strong organizational skills. The ability to lift equipment and work in a fast-paced environment is essential. Competitive salary and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain government-required licenses or A-V trade certifications.
• 1-3 years of experience in an Audio-Visual related role.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Handle in-house and off-site client requests.
• Maintain all in-house and off-site AV equipment.
• Operate technical Audio-Visual gear and services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Adobe Software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering or related field

Tools

Digital audio consoles

DMX lighting software

Video presentation software (e.g., Pro Presenter)

Adobe Software

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: The Audio-Visual Technician will act as an aid to in-house and off-site guests and clientele requiring Audio-Visual support services.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling in-house and off-site client requests.
• Responsible for maintenance and service to all in-house and off-site AV equipment.
• Responsible for the sales and promotion of our services to in-house guests and offsite clientele.
• Responsible for the operation of technical Audio-Visual gear and services including, but not limited to the following:
• Digital audio consoles
• Wireless audio systems
• DMX lighting software
• Video presentation software such as Pro Presenter
• Basic projection/ pixel mapping software
• Video switching/scaling/distribution devices
• Adobe Software related to video, image, audio, and motion graphic creation and editing
• Technical understanding of hybrid A-V systems such as broadcast HD-SDI, DVI, HDMI as well as video conferencing hardware and software; Polycom, Tandberg, Lync, WebEx, GoTo meeting
• Video streaming principles, embedded audio, and various HD video streaming codecs.
• Maintains inventory control of all AV equipment.
• Must be able to assist in training Banquet/ A-V Setup team in A-V Technologies as well as banquet event setup.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to obtain any government-required licenses or certificates as well as A-V trade certifications.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Adobe Software

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in an Audio-Visual related role.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment with considerable noise.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.