Lead Event AV Technology Manager

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix seeks a Facilities AV Manager to lead the technology planning for university events. You will oversee audio-visual systems, coordinate with campus teams, and manage a diverse staff of engineers, technicians, and student workers to deliver high‑quality event experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, hands-on AV operation and maintenance experience, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating AV equipment.
• Experience with event technology setup, coordination and execution.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate AV event technology documents (setup sheets, floor plans, plots).
• Directly manage a mixed team of engineers, technicians and student workers.
• Develop training plans and monitor performance.
• Oversee large events including conferences, sports, theater and press conferences.
• Coordinate with campus scheduling and operations teams for event readiness.
• Manage budget and assess ROI for event technology solutions.
• Provide ongoing equipment maintenance and vendor coordination.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Event technology planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Audio Visual Equipment

Lighting equipment

Job description

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix seeks a Facilities AV Manager to lead the technology planning for university events. You will oversee audio-visual systems, coordinate with campus teams, and manage a diverse staff of engineers, technicians, and student workers to deliver high‑quality event experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, hands-on AV operation and maintenance experience, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships.