AV/Event Technician (Temp to Perm)

TeamPeople; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TeamPeople is seeking an experienced live event AV professional to set up, operate, and troubleshoot AV systems for conference rooms and large events.

You will provide coverage for high-profile gatherings, manage teleprompting and interpretation systems, and support virtual/hybrid meetings with WebEx, Teams, and Zoom. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in audiovisual field with live event production.
• CTS certifications are desired; we support all full-time employees in obtaining their CTS credentials.
• Ability to read, speak and effectively communicate in English; bilingual in other languages is a plus.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and extended hours as event schedules demand.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot AV systems across conference rooms.
• Provide live event coverage for high-profile gatherings, ensuring seamless audio, video, and broadcast quality.
• Configure and operate portable PA systems for varying room sizes and acoustics.
• Operate teleprompting systems for keynote speakers and panelists.
• Support simultaneous interpretation systems, including setup and channel routing.
• Provide technical support for virtual and hybrid meetings via WebEx, Teams, and Zoom.
• Manage signal routing, camera control, and live switching for multi-camera productions.
• Collaborate with venue event coordinators, interpreters, and colleagues to meet technical requirements.
• Perform pre-event testing, live monitoring, and post-event breakdowns.

Skills

Live event AV

Audio mixing

Video switching

Camera operation

Teleprompting

Interpreting equipment

Multilingual delivery

AI awareness

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

CTS certifications desired

Tools

Taiden conference systems

Crestron control systems

Telemetrics robotic cameras

Yamaha audio consoles

WebEx

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Teleprompting systems

Simultaneous interpretation equipment

Job description

Utilizing fixed and portable audiovisual and multimedia production systems, facilitate and support in person and hybrid conferences, meetings, events and live productions for a global organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot AV systems across multiple conference rooms. Systems include; Taiden conference systems, Crestron control systems, Telemetrics robotic camera systems, and Yamaha audio consoles.
• Provide live event coverage for high-profile gatherings, including those attended by world leaders, ensuring seamless audio, video, and broadcast quality.
• Configure and operate portable PA systems throughout the venue for both small-scale and large-scale event support.
• Operate and manage teleprompting systems for keynote speakers, dignitaries, and panelists, ensuring smooth delivery and timing.
• Support simultaneous interpretation systems, including setup, channel routing, interpreter booth coordination, and live monitoring to ensure accurate multilingual delivery.
• Provide technical support for virtual and hybrid meetings utilizing platforms such as WebEx, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom, ensuring seamless integration with in-room AV systems.
• Manage signal routing, camera control, and live switching for multi-camera productions.
• Collaborate with venue event coordinators, interpreters, and colleagues to ensure AV setups meet strict technical and operational requirements.
• Perform pre-event testing, live monitoring, and post-event breakdowns with meticulous attention to detail.
• Learn, adapt to, and support new technologies and AV systems as the venue undergoes upgrades.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Verified experience in live event AV operations, ideally in high-profile environments.
• Hands-on expertise with AV conference microphone systems, routers, audio consoles, teleprompting systems and simultaneous interpretation equipment.
• Strong understanding of audio mixing, video switching, camera operation and signal flow.
• Ability to set up and operate portable PA systems for diverse room sizes and acoustics.
• AI Awareness: Bring your knowledge of generative AI tools to improve processes for technical production workflows.
• Calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work discreetly in sensitive multi-cultural and multilingual environments.
• Ability to interface effectively with a variety of people including team personnel, clients and vendors to establish productive, ongoing relationships.
• Willingness to be cross trained in multiple positions with a proactive attitude to jump in where help is needed.
• Ability to read, speak and effectively communicate in English; Bilingual in other languages is a plus.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and extended hours as event schedules demand.
• The duties of this position require the ability to bend, kneel, crawl, climb ladders and to stand for long periods of time
• Candidate must be capable of working at heights and have good balance
• Candidate may be required to lift heavy equipment up to 50 pounds
• Adverse conditions may include noise and dust

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Audio/Electronic Engineering, or a related field preferred; OR completion of a technical school program with electronics training and relevant AV experience.
• CTS Certifications are desired; we support all full-time employees in obtaining their appropriate CTS credentials.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in the audiovisual field, with demonstrated expertise in live event production and technical operations.