Audiovisual Specialist

Latham & Watkins LLP; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare

401k

Paid holidays

PTO accrual

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Affinity groups

Résumé du poste

Latham & Watkins LLP is seeking an Audiovisual Specialist to maintain and support AV and conference room technology in the New York office. You will handle setup, troubleshooting, and live operation of video conferencing, audio systems, and displays to ensure seamless meetings.

The role requires experience with PC/MAC support, videoconferencing hardware, and basic networking. Certifications (Extron, Crestron, AVIXA CTS) are preferred, with a strong focus on security and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or equivalent in a technology-related field preferred.
• Certifications from manufacturers (Extron, Crestron) and industry organizations (AVIXA CTS) encouraged.

Responsabilités

• Ensure conference rooms have functioning AV/VC equipment prior to meetings.
• Perform daily checks of conference room tech and coordinate maintenance.
• Operate conference room equipment during meetings (video conferencing, switching, presentations).
• Monitor room scheduling system to resolve conflicts and manage inventory.
• Provide end-user technical support for laptops, docking, printing, and display needs.
• Protect confidential information and equipment.

Connaissances

PC/MAC support

Video conferencing

Control systems

Networking basics

Formation

High School Diploma

Associate degree in technology-related field

Certifications from manufacturers and industry organizations (Extron, Crestron, AVIXA CTS)

Outils

Extron equipment

Crestron controllers

AVIXA CTS

Description du poste

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About The Role

The Audiovisual Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team and will be responsible for operating and providing technical support for all audio/visual (AV) components and technology equipment in conference rooms, including all display types, codecs, microphones, and control systems, while ensuring that all conference rooms are outfitted with appropriate audiovisual and technology components based on size of room and functionality requirements, which may include systems for audio and video conference calls, PC-based presentations, Intranet/Internet wireless connections, and in-room amplification. This role will be located in our New York office.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all audiovisual and technology equipment and applications in conference rooms are functioning and ready for use in advance of the start of scheduled meetings (e.g., computers, displays, codecs, etc.)
• Performing daily checks of the conference rooms to ensure that all equipment is working properly; coordinating with the audiovisual technology vendor and/or other members of the Technology team when repairs/maintenance of conference room equipment is needed
• Operating conference room equipment when necessary (e.g. starting video conference call, setting camera and microphone positions, performing live switching during video conference, transitioning through presentations, etc.)
• Monitoring the firm’s conference room scheduling system to ensure that technology inventory levels meet the needs of the scheduled meetings, and resolving any conflicts with their immediate supervisor
• Providing additional end-user technical support as needed, including laptop connectivity issues, docking, printing, displaying in conference rooms, etc.
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of PC and MAC technology support as it relates to AV and VC
• Display knowledge of the various technologies, techniques, and equipment used for high quality videoconferencing, audio conferencing, projecting, and other meeting support technologies (e.g. control systems, video systems, audio conference phones, microphones, projections, speakers)
• Possess knowledge working with IT and networking products

Required Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or an equivalent
• An Associate degree or an equivalent in a technology related field
• Certifications from manufacturers (e.g., Extron or Crestron) and industry organizations (such as AVIXA, CTS), preferably
• A minimum of two (2) years of technology support experience with PC hardware/software

Benefits & Additional Information

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

Pay Range

USD $80,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.