Audio Visual Technician

RiseMe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University in Midtown, NYC is seeking an Audio Visual Technician to provide A/V and event coordination support for centrally supported classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms. You will set up and operate multimedia equipment for on-site events, coordinate with outside providers, and assist with live or on-demand e-learning materials, including basic post-production.

This non-exempt role requires about 2 years of AV experience, proficiency with Mac/Windows and Microsoft Office, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Approximately 2 years of AV support experience.
• Knowledge of computer network operations is desired.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and prepared last minute solutions to real-time issues is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides A/V event support for all centrally supported college classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms.
• Coordinates on-site events, including the distribution, set-up, operation, and return of multi-media equipment. Also provides support for events with outside service providers.
• Implements audiovisual capture, editing, processing, and distribution for e-learning portion of designated events.
• Utilizes various hardware and software to prepare e-learning materials for live or on-demand presentations. Performs post production as needed.
• Provides video audio editing and video audio duplication in multiple formats.
• Identifies equipment and functional problems. Provides routine equipment maintenance and escalates more complex cases to supervisor.
• Maintains records and archives of all materials and communication.
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries and triages calls to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Mac OS X

Windows

Microsoft Office

AV setup

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere

Mac OS X

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Audio Visual Technician

Location: Midtown

Org Unit: Event Services

Work Days:

Weekly Hours:35.00

Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Salary Range:$33.12-$37.71

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Under general direction, providesA/V and event coordination support for all centrally supported classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms

Job Responsibilities

• Provides A/V event support for all centrally supported college classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms.
• Coordinates on-site events, including the distribution, set-up, operation, and return of multi-media equipment. Also provides support for events with outside service providers.
• Implements audiovisual capture, editing, processing, and distribution for e-learning portion of designated events.
• Utilizes various hardware and software to prepare e-learning materials for live or on-demand presentations. Performs post production as needed.
• Provides video audio editing and video audio duplication in multiple formats.
• Identifies equipment and functional problems. Provides routine equipment maintenance and escalates more complex cases to supervisor.
• Maintains records and archives of all materials and communication.
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries and triages calls to appropriate personnel.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

Approximately 2 years of experience in providing A/V support

Relevant educational background can be substituted for experience.

Knowledge of computer network operations is desired.

Excellent problem solving skills and prepared last minute solutions to real time issues is desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to provide good customer service by anticipating client needs, being attentive during events, and by executing an appropriate contingency plan in case of emergency.
• Computer skills in Mac OS X, Windows, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to set up standard AV equipment.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

This position requires full mobility and the ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds; Position requires videotaping of lessons or procedures occasionally in gross anatomy involving cadavers and working within patient care areas; Ability to work off-hours and weekends for events, as well as travel between office locations within NYC

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA). We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.