Audiovisual Technician

Associated Students, UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

UCLA Student Store Discount

Job summary

ASUCLA in Los Angeles is seeking an Audiovisual Technician to set up, operate, and maintain AV systems for events in the Student Union. You will handle sound, lighting, and digital projection, perform checks, and ensure high-quality delivery.

You will collaborate with clients via EMS, tailor setups to event needs, and keep equipment organized and safe. This student-centered role offers opportunities for skill development, with 15–20 hours per week and UCLA student eligibility.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of audio, lighting, and projection systems with troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to learn EMS for client requests and event setup.
• Flexible, resourceful, and reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Must be punctual, safety-conscious, and able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain AV systems for events in the Student Union.
• Perform sound checks, lighting design, and projection alignment; ensure quality of A/V delivery.
• Input and manage client AV requests in EMS to ensure accurate event execution.
• Collaborate with clients to understand event needs and provide professional technical support.
• Maintain equipment and booth organization; ensure readiness for use.
• Work in a student-centered environment with opportunities for skill development.

Skills

A/V setup

Sound & lighting

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Tools

EMS

Job description

ASUCLA proudly employs over 1500 students. Best of all, there are tons of advantages to being a part of the ASUCLA family.

AVAILABLE JOBS AT ASUCLA

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Id:681

# of Openings:50

AUDIOVISUAL TECHNICIAN

Job Number:160
Salary: $18.50
Department: Event Services Office

Days/Hours:Monday-Sunday, all hours; 15-20 hrs/week

Duties:
Set up, operate, and maintain audiovisual systems including sound, lighting, and digital projection for events in the Student Union. Responsible for sound checks, equipment placement, lighting design, projection alignment, volume levels, and overall quality of A/V delivery. Input and manage client A/V requests using the EMS event management system to ensure accuracy and efficiency in event execution. Collaborate with clients to understand event needs, provide recommendations, and deliver professional technical support. Ensure equipment is properly maintained, stored, and ready for use. Work in a student-centered environment with opportunities for skill development and advancement.

Requirements:

• Ability to complete tasks efficiently and thoroughly in a fast-paced environment without direct supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of audio, lighting, and projection systems with the ability to troubleshoot common A/V issues.
• Proficiency or willingness to learn EMS for client request management and event setup.
• Demonstrates flexibility, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and safety-conscious.
• Communicate with clients and inquiries via email correspondence.
• Maintain and organize audio visual booth and equipment.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds; frequent standing, walking, and lifting required.
• Review all event details prior to event date and coordinate w/ event manager to understand itinerary and client m needs. Details provided by EMS (and event documents).

Benefits:
UCLA Student Store Discount

Registered UCLA Students Only

Note:Employment is contingent upon successful completion and receipt of satisfactory results of a background check, continued Live Scan monitoring, and Employment Misconduct Disclosure.

What if I'm a UCLA Extension student?

Only those UCLA Extension Students that are concurrently enrolled at UCLA are eligible to apply. Please note that UCLA Extension courses are separate from UCLA courses. Any UCLA Extension Students wishing to apply must also be enrolled in university courses offered through UCLA.

If you don't have your BruinCard yet, please bring your acceptance letter and a photo ID when you are ready to apply.