AV Technician

The University Of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established urban research university is seeking a dedicated AV Technician to enhance the audio-visual experience for faculty and students. This role involves providing essential support for classroom technology, setting up equipment for events, and ensuring seamless operation of AV systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in audio-visual production, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively. Join a vibrant academic community that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will directly impact teaching and learning experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in AV support and production.
• Vocational training or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day AV support for classrooms and events.
• Assist with video editing and production requests.

Skills

Audio-Visual Production

Customer Service

Troubleshooting AV Equipment

Video Editing

Technical Communication

Education

Vocational Training or Apprenticeship

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Audio-Visual Equipment

Video Editing Software

Google Drive

Service Now

Job description

Department

F&A ITS - AV Services

About the Department

IT Services collaborates with campus partners to support the mission of the University of Chicago through the consistent delivery of high-quality solutions and services. We provide secure, stable, and reliable infrastructure and applications to support the mission of the University. We support and enable faculty research and teaching with the effective use of technology. We simplify the technology experience for faculty, students, alumni, and staff, and we ensure technology is mobile-friendly and accessible. We identify, manage, and mitigate the technology risks of the University.

Job Summary

This position conducts a range of technical processes and procedures in the planning, development and production of audio-visual productions. Works closely with staff and faculty within a unit. Assembles, operates, and maintains audio-visual equipment for meetings, classrooms, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day AV systems support for central-pool campus classrooms.
• Provides training or tutorials to instructors and staff on how to use classroom AV technology or rental equipment.
• Fulfills requests for equipment setup (microphones, projectors, cameras, PAs, etc.) in classrooms or other spaces to support live or recorded classes, meetings, or events.
• Works together with the AV Services team to keep records of all field service requests, rental/lending of equipment, digitization/editing, and scheduled support events in common platforms (Google Drive, Web Checkout, Toggl, Service Now, etc.).
• Supports instructor and staff use of AV and video conferencing equipment to facilitate Zoom meetings and recordings.
• Supports instructor and staff use of AV equipment to facilitate recording to Panopto (video management/lecture capture system).
• Works collaboratively with the AV Services team to coordinate help requests, respond to break/fix requests, and performs maintenance across central-pool campus classrooms on a weekly and quarterly basis.
• Assists with manual lecture capture, or audio or video production requests, as needed.
• Assists with basic video editing for professional presentations, as needed.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, including professional interaction with faculty, instructors, staff and students.
• Applies moderate/high levels of experience and skills to support the planning, development and execution of audio-visual productions with moderate supervision.
• Provides projection services and presentation support for academic and public events within standard operating procedures.
• May provide informal mentorship to students in audio-video production. May provide informal training to other technicians and student staff.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

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Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:

• Providing AV support, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and customer service for live events.
• Professional level audio and video production and editing.
• Providing direct customer support in conference rooms, classrooms, or similar.
• Troubleshooting AV equipment in conference rooms, classrooms, or similar.

Certifications:

• CTS
• Basic Extron Level 1

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Skilled in audio and/or video production work.
• Proficient in audio and/or video editing software and processes.

Preferred Competencies

• Professional and patient customer service attitude, including the ability to understand customer needs quickly and explain technical topics to a non-technical audience.
• Work effectively and professionally in high-pressure situations, especially when troubleshooting.
• Maintain a friendly and professional customer service attitude and use good communication skills to help non-technical clients quickly and effectively resolve AV issues.
• Proven history of effectively supporting a wide range of clients.
• Take initiative and learn new technologies without extensive direction.
• Take initiative to work with the team to find solutions to problems or make processes more efficient.
• A record of reliable and responsible performance.
• Work as part of a team, or independently, as needed.
• Manage multiple priorities and competing projects with light supervisory direction.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions

• Bend, crouch, or stoop.
• Carry or lift loads of 25 to 49 lbs.
• Climb ladders and maintain balance at heights of 12-15 feet.
• Feel, including perceiving size, shape, temperature, or texture.
• Hear, including making fine discriminations in sound.
• See, including color, depth perception, or clarity.
• Sit for 2 hours to 4 hours.
• Use computers extensively for 4 hours or more.
• Use power and/or hand tools requiring high dexterity.
• Make repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.
• Stand for 2 hours to 4 hours.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• References Contact Information (3)(required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Communications

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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About Us

The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.

We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.