Program and Technology Assistant (Part Time)

nypl; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), part of the New York Public Library, seeks a part-time Audio/Visual Assistant to support events and services at SNFL. You will assist with lighting, sound, and digital signage, and coordinate with programming staff.

You will set up and operate A/V for programs, train staff on technology, handle equipment and maintenance, and help ensure accessibility considerations in event setups.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting AV for events and programs.
• Ability to set up and operate A/V equipment.
• Knowledge of accessibility design or construction.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of SNFL’s technological and programmatic needs (A/V, lighting)
• Train and support staff on A/V and computer technology
• Ensure that all A/V materials and equipment are handled properly and accounted for at the end of the day
• Perform basic repairs, adjustments, and cleaning of A/V devices.
• Provide input and expertise on A/V and technology purchases
• Troubleshoot and assist with handling of specialized user needs
• Assist with new A/V and/or technological initiatives and workflow, including documenting public programs and equipment maintenance
• Schedule and facilitate virtual/remote support for all programs
• Assist with SNFL digital signage content creation and workflows
• Assist in monitoring programs and attendees for SNFL
• Attend and participate in library staff meetings and training sessions
• Provide computer technology instruction to the public
• Knowledge of accessibility design or construction.

Skills

A/V setup

Lighting systems

Audio equipment

Troubleshooting

Tools

A/V equipment

Job description

Overview

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library/SNFL is the largest circulating library in the NYPL system. This library is a vital hub for library patrons in and around the City of New York and serves as a bridge between our neighborhood libraries and in-depth research library collections.

Reporting to the Manager, A/V, SNFL, this part‑time position is responsible for supporting audio/visual production (lighting, audio systems, etc…) and technological needs for a range of events and services in SNFL. This position will coordinate with programming staff and internal departments to determine audiovisual and technological requirements, assist in ensuring staffing and equipment needs are met, set up and operate technology for any event, and provide staff and public technology training and assistance.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, A/V, SNFL, this position:

• Support all aspects of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library’s technological and programmatic needs (a/v, lighting)
• Train and support staff on A/V and computer technology
• Ensure that all A/V materials and equipment are handled properly and accounted for at the end of the day
• Perform basic repairs, adjustments, and cleaning of A/V devices.
• Provide input and expertise on A/V and technology purchases
• Troubleshoot and assist with the handling of specialized user needs
• Assist with new A/V and/or technological initiatives and workflow, including documenting public programs and equipment maintenance
• Schedule and facilitate virtual/remote support for all programs.
• Assist with SNFL digital signage content creation and workflows
• Assist in monitoringprograms and attendees for SNFL.
• Attend and participate in library staff meetings and training sessions.
• Provide computer technology instruction to the public.
• Knowledge of accessibility design or construction.