Event Production Technician

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth

Mentor Student Technicians

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Event Production Technician to support university events and programs both on and off campus. You will operate and support audio, video, lighting, presentation, projection, recording, livestreaming, and related digital production systems while collaborating with event stakeholders to deliver professional, reliable, and high-quality event experiences.

Responsibilities include setting up and configuring production equipment, monitoring systems during

Qualifications

• Experience with live event production and digital media technology.
• Strong troubleshooting and time-sensitive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently operate and configure complex production systems.
• Ability to mentor and support student employees and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide live event and digital production services for on-campus and off-campus events.
• Set up, configure, operate, monitor, and dismantle production equipment based on event specs.
• Operate and integrate cameras, presentation systems, streaming platforms, and displays.
• Monitor systems during events and resolve issues to minimize interruptions.
• Collaborate with event organizers and campus partners to assess needs and requirements.
• Provide professional, responsive technical support during planning, preparation, and execution.
• Assist with recording, streaming, delivery, and management of event content.

Skills

Live event production

Digital media tech

AV systems

Livestreaming

Troubleshooting

Communication

Mentoring students

Safety awareness

Education

AA

Bachelor’s

Tools

Cameras

Streaming platforms

Video projection systems

Job description

Posting Details

• Job Title: Event Production Technician
• Requisition Number: RE56040
• Working Title: Event Production Specialist
• Department Name: 3DH41:Aux Services - University Events
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 41
• Salary Range: $16.15-25.81/hour
• Type of Position: Staff
• Position Time Status: Full-Time
• Required Education: AA
• Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
• Required Related Experience: 2 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification: None
• Physical Requirements: Lifting 20-25 lbs, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs Sitting, standing, walking, pushing, climbing and crawling.
• Shift: Multiple shifts available; 40 hours per University week to meet the event needs of the department which includes evenings and weekend.

Job Summary

The University Events Production team is seeking a Event Production Technician for university events and programs both on and off campus. This role operates and supports audio, video, lighting, presentation, projection, recording, livestreaming, and related digital production systems while collaborating with event stakeholders to deliver professional, reliable, and high-quality event experiences.

What You Will Do

• Provide live event and digital production services, including audio, video, lighting, presentation, projection, recording, livestreaming, and video playback for on-campus and off-campus events.
• Set up, configure, operate, monitor, and dismantle production equipment and systems based on event specifications, technical requirements, venue conditions, and available resources.
• Operate and integrate cameras, presentation systems, streaming platforms, video displays, and other digital production technologies.
• Monitor audio, video, lighting, and digital production systems throughout events and independently identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues to minimize service interruptions.
• Apply technical judgment to select and configure appropriate production systems and solutions based on event needs, audience requirements, venue capabilities, and available resources.
• Collaborate with event organizers, campus departments, presenters, performers, and other stakeholders to assess event needs and determine technical production requirements.
• Provide professional, responsive, and solutions-oriented technical support during event planning, preparation, and execution, including responding to changing conditions and time-sensitive production needs.
• Assist with the preparation, recording, streaming, delivery, and management of event content in accordance with established procedures.
• Mentor and support Student Technicians during live events and office assignments, helping develop technical skills and promote professional production practices.
• Maintain, organize, inventory, transport, configure, test, and properly store audio, video, lighting, presentation, streaming, and related production equipment.
• Assist with evaluating, testing, implementing, and integrating new production technologies and equipment to support evolving university event and production needs.
• Follow university policies, production procedures, and applicable health and safety standards while contributing to safe and effective event operations.
• Assist Production Managers with event planning, special projects, equipment upgrades, process improvements, and other operational activities as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Experience with live event production, digital media technology, audiovisual systems, livestreaming, or a related technical production environment.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience operating audio, video, lighting, presentation, projection, recording, streaming, and related digital production equipment.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues in time-sensitive live event environments.
• Ability to independently operate and configure complex production systems while exercising sound technical judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with event organizers, presenters, performers, campus partners, and production teams.
• Commitment to providing professional, responsive, and customer-focused technical support.
• Ability to assess event requirements, venue conditions, and available resources and recommend appropriate technical solutions.
• Ability to mentor and support student employees and colleagues in the safe and effective use of production technologies and equipment.
• Commitment to safe equipment handling, operational practices, university policies, and applicable production and venue safety requirements.

What Is In It For You

• Meaningful impact: Help create engaging, reliable, and memorable event experiences for the University of Kentucky community and its audiences.
• Cutting-edge technology: Work hands-on with professional audio, video, lighting, livestreaming, presentation, and digital production technologies.
• Variety in your day: Enjoy a dynamic role supporting a wide range of live events, programs, venues, presenters, and production requirements.
• Professional growth: Expand your expertise in live event production, digital media, technical systems, troubleshooting, and emerging production technologies.
• Team and student development: Mentor Student Technicians while working alongside event professionals and campus partners in a collaborative production environment.
• Comprehensive benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth at the University of Kentucky.

Internal Employee Being Considered ( IEBC )

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s

Deadline to Apply

10/13/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.