Media & Event Technology Specialist

Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship in Buffalo seeks a Media & Event Technology Specialist to deliver hands-on audiovisual, media, and event tech support for the Buffalo campus.

You will operate and maintain networked AV systems, Crestron control, Q-SIS audio, LED video displays, and lighting for live and hybrid events, collaborating with campus partners and external clients from planning through breakdown.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred: Associate degree in audiovisual technology, media production, broadcast technology, information technology, or related field.
• Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot Buffalo AV and production systems, including networked AV and lighting.
• Plan, set up, operate, and support audiovisual and production needs for Institute events and external bookings.
• Coordinate with the AV integration partner and Manager of Media & Event Technology for upgrades and issue resolution.
• Capture and produce Buffalo-based programming and support recording, streaming, and other media needs.
• Provide first-line technology support for faculty, staff, students, presenters, and campus partners.

Skills

Audiovisual tech

Live production

Event coordination

Streaming

Crestron control

Networked AV

Client-facing

DMX lighting

Education

Associate degree in audiovisual technology

Related field experience

Tools

Crestron

Q-SIS audio

LED video displays

DMX lighting

Job description

The Media & Event Technology Specialist provides hands‑on audiovisual, media, and event technology support for the Institute’s Buffalo campus. This position supports the day-to‑day operation and technical readiness of the Buffalo Campus Center and Forum, including Institute programming, live and hybrid events, and external event clients. The Specialist operates and troubleshoots networked AV systems, Crestron control, Q‑SIS audio, live production switching, LED video displays, theatrical and DMX lighting, and related event technologies. The position supports technical event execution from planning and setup through live production and breakdown, working within established procedures and escalating complex issues as appropriate. The Specialist partners with Events, coordinates with the Institute’s AV integration partner as needed, supports capture and production of Buffalo programming, and provides responsive, approachable day‑to‑day technology support to faculty, staff, students, presenters, and guests.

This role requires strong collaboration across locations with a diverse community of students, colleagues, and external partners. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism so students can model exceptional professional behaviors for their personal and professional growth.

Golisano Institute’s values of entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, agility, perseverance, curiosity and care are embedded in the behaviors and actions of the institute community and are a cornerstone to the professional preparation model. The Institute works hard to ensure the community is inclusive so the mission of generating economic opportunities, via successful careers, is maximized.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• AV Systems Operations & Technical Support 30%- Support the day-to‑day operation, monitoring, maintenance coordination, and troubleshooting of Buffalo AV and production systems, including networked AV, Crestron, Q‑SIS, LED video, production switching, and DMX/theatrical lighting.
• Event AV & Live Production 30% - Plan, set up, operate, and support audiovisual and production needs for Institute events, hybrid programming, and external client bookings from pre‑event planning through event completion.
• Technical Coordination & Vendor Support 15% - Coordinate with the Institute’s AV integration partner and Manager of Media & Event Technology to support issue resolution, system maintenance, upgrades, and technical follow‑through.
• Media Capture & Production 15% - Capture and produce Buffalo-based programming, including the Speaking From Experience series, and support recording, streaming, and other media production needs.
• Campus Technology Support & Service 10% - Provide responsive, approachable first‑line technology support for faculty, staff, students, presenters, guests, and campus partners; troubleshoot and elevate issues as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum: High school diploma or GED

Preferred: Associate degree in audiovisual technology, media production, broadcast technology, information technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years of professional audiovisual, live production, broadcast, event technology, or closely related experience.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience operating and troubleshooting event AV and live production systems in a venue, campus, corporate, or client‑facing environment.
• Experience supporting live and hybrid events, working directly with presenters or clients, and resolving technical issues under time pressure, with appropriate escalation when needed.
• Experience with networked AV, Crestron control, Q‑SIS audio, live production switching, LED video systems, and DMX/theatrical lighting strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during event setup, operation, and breakdown.

• Ability to lift, carry, position, and move audiovisual and event equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb stairs, and work around installed AV and production equipment as needed.
• Ability to use computers, control surfaces, production equipment, cabling, and other technical tools requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends, based on event and campus needs.