Broadcast AV Equipment Manager

ProductionHUB; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

ProductionHUB in Bethlehem, PA is seeking an experienced Audio/Video Equipment Manager to oversee day-to-day management, maintenance, preparation, and deployment of broadcast gear for a busy television production studio.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of professional equipment, strong organization, and collaboration with producers, directors, camera and audio crews to ensure equipment is ready for studio and field work. On-site work in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of professional broadcast and production equipment.
• Ability to work with producers, directors, camera operators, audio engineers, and production crews.
• Maintain equipment to ensure production readiness.
• On-site support for studio and field productions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the studio's inventory of cameras, lenses, microphones, audio consoles, lighting equipment, tripods, monitors, recorders, cables, wireless systems, and related gear.
• Prepare and stage equipment for productions, live broadcasts, interviews, shoots, and projects.
• Inspect, test, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Maintain inventory records, checkout/check-in procedures, and maintenance logs.
• Coordinate equipment reservations and scheduling to prevent conflicts.
• Diagnose equipment problems and coordinate repairs, servicing, and vendor support.
• Recommend equipment purchases, replacements, upgrades, and rentals based on needs and budget.
• Maintain an organized, secure equipment storage area.
• Train staff on operation, handling, storage, and safety procedures.
• Support productions on-site when technical expertise is required.
• Track consumables and accessories and ensure replenishment.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and equipment-handling standards.
• Assist with evaluating new production technologies and gear.

Skills

Equipment management

Troubleshooting

Inventory control

Team collaboration

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

ProductionHUB in Bethlehem, PA is seeking an experienced Audio/Video Equipment Manager to oversee day-to-day management, maintenance, preparation, and deployment of broadcast gear for a busy television production studio.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of professional equipment, strong organization, and collaboration with producers, directors, camera and audio crews to ensure equipment is ready for studio and field work. On-site work in a fast-paced environment is essential.