Audiovisual Technician (TEMP)

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a part-time AV Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating audio-visual equipment for various events, ensuring high-quality presentations, and collaborating with diverse teams to meet technical needs. The position requires flexibility, as it includes occasional nights and weekends, making it ideal for those looking to gain experience in a vibrant academic environment. If you are passionate about technology and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to memorable events on campus while developing your skills in audiovisual technology.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 1 year of AV and/or IT technical support experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate audio-visual elements for events and shows.
• Supervise maintenance of video equipment and inventory.
• Assist other departments with AV needs as directed.

Skills

Audio-Visual Operation

Presentation Material Editing

Technical Support

Supervision Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant Field

Tools

PowerPoint

Keynote

Adobe Premiere

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:

Events & Venues at the George Washington University (a department in the Safety & Facilities Division) 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. The responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

1. Operate audio-visual elements for rehearsals and shows.
2. Review, edit and adjust presentation materials.
3. Maintain and supervise maintenance of Lisner Auditorium’s video equipment and inventory.
4. Report on the status of show needs and maintenance needs to the Venue Manager.
5. Supervise crew on lighting calls (Only for Inter II and Master categories).
6. Assist other departments (sound, lights, carpentry, rigging, etc.) as needed under the direction of the Venue Manager.
7. Work with and supervise other GWU venues and students with their video needs.
8. Recommend upgrades and improvements in video needs for the auditorium and other GWU Venues.
9. Perform 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:

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.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

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

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D)

Family: Academic Technology

Sub-Family: Audiovisual Technology

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

Hours Per Week: 20

Hiring Range: $28.78 - $43.31

Work Schedule: Monday-Sunday, Occasional Evenings

Telework: No

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 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.

Position Type:

Posting Number: T000100

Job Open Date: 10/01/2024

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your expected hourly range?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * This role is a GWTemps role. GWTemps is the internal temporary agency at GW. As a university employee, you are eligible to apply to internal university postings if you ever wanted to transition from a temporary role to a permanent role. Since this is a temporary position, this role is ineligible for university benefits, to include, annual/vacation leave, university and federal holiday pay, university closure/administrative pay, retirement benefits, healthcare insurance, etc. Do you acknowledge this information?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

Human Resource Management & Development
2013 H Street, NW, 3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20006