Audiovisual Technician

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,211,000 - 62,050,000; Part time

Job summary

George Washington University’s Events & Venues team seeks part-time AV Technicians to operate audio-visual components for rehearsals and events at Lisner Auditorium. The role involves reviewing materials, maintaining equipment, and supporting multiple GWU venues under the Venue Manager.

Evening and weekend hours are required. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of AV/IT experience or a BA/BS in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study.
• 1 year of AV and/or IT technical support.
• Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Keynote, Adobe Premiere or equivalent video editing suite, Microsoft Office, and other basic computer software programs.

Responsibilities

• Operate audio-visual elements for rehearsals and shows.
• Review, edit and adjust presentation materials.
• Maintain and supervise maintenance of Lisner Auditorium's video equipment and inventory.
• Report on the status of show needs and maintenance needs to the Venue Manager.
• Supervise crew on lighting calls (Only for Inter II and Master categories).
• Assist other departments (sound, lights, carpentry, rigging, etc.) as needed under the direction of the Venue Manager.
• Work with and supervise other GWU venues and students with their video needs.
• Recommend upgrades and improvements in video needs for the auditorium and other GWU Venues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

PowerPoint

Keynote

Adobe Premiere

Microsoft Office

Job description

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. 1 year of AV and/or IT technical support. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent. combination of education, training and experience.

Proficiency in Powerpoint and Keynote, Adobe Premiere or equivalent video editing suite, Microsoft Office, and other basic computer software programs.

Job Description Summary:	Events & Venues at the George Washington University (a department in the Division of Safety & Operations) designs, produces, and manages events on the Foggy Bottom Campus. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients both in the community and outside of the community. We provide spaces for our students, faculty, staff, and guests to host events, meetings, and gatherings. We highlight university traditions, produce memorable guest speaker events, and coordinate many other activities unique to our campus with local, national, and international acclaim. Our record of excellence, support, and cooperation is one that we are proud of. Events & Venues are seeking temporary AV Technicians. This role will be part-time with an on-call reporting status. Additionally, this role will require working occasional nights and weekends. The responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: -Operate audio-visual elements for rehearsals and shows -Review, edit and adjust presentation materials -Maintain and supervise maintenance of Lisner Auditorium's video equipment and inventory -Report on the status of show needs and maintenance needs to the Venue Manager -Supervise crew on lighting calls (Only for Inter II and Master categories) -Assist other departments (sound, lights, carpentry, rigging, etc.) as needed under the direction of the Venue Manager -Work with and supervise other GWU venues and students with their video needs -Recommend upgrades and improvements in video needs for the auditorium and other GWU Venues -Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position
Minimum Qualifications:
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

II. POSITION INFORMATION

This role will be part-time with an on-call reporting status. Additionally, this role will require working occasional nights and weekends. This role will report to the Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington DC.

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Division of Safety and Operation
Family
Sub-Family
Stream
Level
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Hours Per Week:	Varies; approximately 20 hours per week
Hiring Range	$28.78 - $43.31
Work Schedule:	Varies; Monday-Sunday, Evenings
Position Designation:
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Position Type:
Posting Number:	T001128
Job Open Date:	03/26/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled:	No
Applicant Review Will Commence On:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.