AV Production Technician: Live Events & Video

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University is seeking a Production Technician, AV Specialist to lead video and projection on campus venues, provide AV support for rehearsals and events, and collaborate with the production team to ensure high-quality performances.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong technical troubleshooting, and excellent customer service, with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience (3 years of related experience).
• Demonstrated experience with technical troubleshooting and AV system configuration.
• Demonstrated experience with presentation software.
• Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer services.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.
• Willingness and ability to work with a flexible event-driven schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays and long hours, supporting events from start to end.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with a diverse support base.
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Technical operational support with emphasis on AV for rehearsals and events in Richardson Auditorium and other campus spaces.
• Guidance and recommendations for the use of AV systems, including video presentations, recording and broadcast, and audio support.
• Day of operational support, including load-in/load-out, setups, and support during rehearsals and events.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of production equipment in Richardson Auditorium and other campus venues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

AV system configuration

Presentation software

Customer service

Team collaboration

Flexible schedule

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Tricaster

Roland AV

Blackmagic Designs

Job description

Princeton University is seeking a Production Technician, AV Specialist to lead video and projection on campus venues, provide AV support for rehearsals and events, and collaborate with the production team to ensure high-quality performances.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong technical troubleshooting, and excellent customer service, with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.