Commercial Music - Systems Technician Student Worker (FWS/NFWS)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University seeks a Systems Technician to support the Commercial Music Program's venues, studios, and classrooms with audio, video, lighting, and networking systems for live productions and broadcasts.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating systems, troubleshooting, and assisting faculty and students during events, with an emphasis on reliable, safe operation and timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of professional audio, video, and lighting systems.
• Experience setting up Blackmagic Design switchers and cameras.
• Experience with Allen & Heath and Behringer audio consoles.
• Knowledge of Dante audio networking.
• Experience with Pro Tools and Ableton Live.
• Familiarity with DMX lighting control systems including GrandMA and Light Key.
• Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and strike professional audio, video, and lighting systems for performances, concerts, productions, and broadcasts.
• Assist with technical operations in studios, venues, broadcast facilities and classrooms.
• Configure and operate digital audio consoles and signal routing systems.
• Assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and organization of production equipment.
• Support faculty and students during productions, broadcast, and special events.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored, maintained, and ready for use.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Audio engineering

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Blackmagic Design switchers

Behringer consoles

Allen & Heath consoles

Dante networking

Pro Tools

Ableton Live

GrandMA

Light Key

Job description

Position Summary

The Systems Technician provides technical support for the Commercial Music Program's performance venues, broadcast facilities, recording equipment and classroom technologies. This position assists with the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of professional audio, video, lighting, and networking systems used for live productions, broadcasts, and recording sessions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and strike professional audio, video, and lighting systems for performances, concerts, productions, and broadcasts.
• Assist with technical operations in studios, theatrical venues, and broadcast facilities and classrooms.
• Configure and operate digital audio consoles and signal routing systems.
• Assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and organization of production equipment.
• Support faculty and students during productions, broadcast, and special events.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored, maintained, and ready for use.
• Other duties as assigned.

Valid Drivers License and Clean Driving Record required

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of professional audio, video, and lighting systems.
• Experience setting up Blackmagic Design switchers and cameras.
• Experience with Allen & Heath and Behringer audio consoles.
• Knowledge of Dante audio networking.
• Experience with Pro Tools and Ableton Live.
• Familiarity with DMX lighting control systems including GrandMA and Light Key.
• Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.

Grand Canyon University/Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program. Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student. Maintain good financial standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

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