Audio-Visual Technician

RiseMe; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 67,502,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free general admission

Discounted guest tickets

Staff tours and presentations

Discounts at restaurant/cafes/store

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Philadelphia Museum of Art is seeking an on-site Audio-Visual Technician to support exhibition and event AV needs. This full-time role demands hands-on setup, operation, and maintenance of sound, video, lighting, projection systems, video recording, and interactive devices across galleries and events.

You will collaborate with exhibition teams and vendors, manage schedules, troubleshoot on the fly, maintain equipment, and ensure high-quality multimedia experiences that engage visitors and

Qualifications

• Excellent technical knowledge of presentation, video recording, interactive kiosks, videoconferencing, and other AV hardware with a strong working knowledge of IT systems.
• Comprehensive hands‑on AV equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of audio and video production and editing hardware/software including Adobe Premiere; knowledge of desktop presentation software - specifically MS PowerPoint and Apple Keynote.
• Strong customer service skills.
• The ability to project manage, prioritize, work with vendors, and execute tasks under deadline pressure is essential.
• A commitment to maintaining and expanding related skillsets is required.
• AVIXA CTS certificate desired.

Responsibilities

• Transport, assemble, operate, maintain, and perform minor repair on AV equipment.
• Assist in the production of audio and video multimedia projects for (but not limited to) exhibits, website, and social media content.
• Carry, set up, adjust, and operate video cameras, recording equipment, sound systems, speakers, projectors, projection screens, video monitors, and lighting equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AV hardware

Troubleshooting

Adobe Premiere

PowerPoint

Keynote

Customer service

Project management

Vendor coordination

Continuous learning

AVIXA CTS (desirable)

Tools

Video cameras

Audio equipment

Mixing boards

Projection systems

Adobe Premiere

Job description

We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace

At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

How You Will Contribute

Audio-Visual (AV) technicians set up and operate a variety audio-visual systems and devices including but not limited to sound systems, projection systems, video and sound recording equipment, mixing boards, microphones, speakers, projectors, interactive devices, video monitors and lighting.

Specifically, you will:

• Transport, assemble, operate, maintain, and perform minor repair on AV equipment.
• Assist in the production of audio and video multimedia projects for (but not limited to) exhibits, website, and social media content.
• Carry, set up, adjust, and operate video cameras, recording equipment, sound systems, speakers, projectors, projection screens, video monitors, and lighting equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your background and experience include:

• Excellenttechnical knowledge of presentation, video recording, interactive kiosks, videoconferencing, and other AV hardware with a strong working knowledge of IT systems.
• Comprehensive hands‑on AV equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of audio and video production and editing hardware/softwareincluding Adobe Premiere; knowledge of desktop presentation software - specifically MS PowerPoint and Apple Keynote.
• Strong customer service skills.
• The ability to project manage, prioritize, work with vendors, and execute tasks under deadline pressure is essential.
• A commitment to maintaining and expanding related skillsets is required.
• AVIXA CTS certificate desired.

Position and Compensation Details

• The hourly rate for this position is $24.11.
• This position is Full-Time, Non-Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
• This position is part of the AFSCME Local 397 bargaining unit.
• This position reports to Audio-Visual Services Manager
• This position is required to be performed fully onsite at Philadelphia Museum of Art locations.
• Physical requirements:
  • Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
  • Able to climb ladders and work on lifts up to 25 feet in height
  • Able to move equipment up to 50 pounds up to 20 feet
  • Able to position self to install equipment, including under furniture and in tight spaces
• Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Institutional Requirements

• Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
• Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
• Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

Application Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.

What We Offer

Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:

• Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
• Discounted guest tickets for admission
• Discounts on gift memberships
• Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
• Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
• Health savings or flexible spending account program
• Retirement savings program with museum match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays

*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.