Live Event QC Technician - Lighting & AV Testing

Integrated Production Solutions (IPS); Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Production Solutions (IPS) is seeking a QC Technician to support quality control throughout the product lifecycle. You will inspect and test LED panels, lighting fixtures, motors, and audio components while verifying firmware, signal integrity, and performance.

The role emphasizes identifying defects, maintaining detailed repair records, and collaborating with production teams on root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of live event or production experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and adherence to quality control best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final quality inspections on LED panels, modules, lighting fixtures, motors, and audio components.
• Test LED modules for pixel defects, brightness uniformity, color consistency, and dead LEDs.
• Verify signal integrity, refresh rates, and video processing performance.
• Conduct functional testing of lighting fixtures, including pan/tilt movement, dimming, color mixing, and strobe effects.
• Use test software and controllers to validate LED mapping and fixture functionality.
• Check firmware versions and ensure proper configuration and updates on all IPS assets.
• Identify and isolate issues such as dead/dim LEDs, color calibration errors, signal loss, and motor failures.
• Assist with basic cleaning, repairs, and component replacements.
• Work with production teams on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Configure lighting fixtures for show-ready operation and address/mode setup.
• Generate repair reports in RentalWorks and track asset damage history.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs, testing outcomes, and serial tracking.

Skills

Quality control

Live event experience

Team leadership

Tools

Test software

Fixture testing tools

Job description

Integrated Production Solutions (IPS) is seeking a QC Technician to support quality control throughout the product lifecycle. You will inspect and test LED panels, lighting fixtures, motors, and audio components while verifying firmware, signal integrity, and performance.

The role emphasizes identifying defects, maintaining detailed repair records, and collaborating with production teams on root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.