Seasonal Audio-Visual Technician

Cantigny; Illinois; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation, supporting Cantigny Park, seeks an AV Intern to assist with speaker installation and on-site AV setup for the Christmas at Cantigny show. The role is outdoor, part-time, and seasonal, reporting to the Lead AV Technician.

Ideal candidates bring basic AV knowledge and a willingness to work in varying weather, including lifting up to 50 lbs and collaborating with a team.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or pursuing a degree in IT, Audio Engineering, or Media.
• Experience: 1 year or less.
• Interest in AV technology and live event production.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied weather.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and transport AV equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Availability to work flexible hours depending on weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• AV Setup and Operation: Assist with speaker installation.
• Equipment Maintenance: Assist in routine maintenance of AV equipment, including cleaning, testing, and minor repairs.
• Troubleshooting: Help resolve technical issues with speaker installation.

Skills

AV technology

Live event production

Speaker wiring

Signal flow

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Team communication

Lifting 50 lbs

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s in IT / Audio / Media

Job description

Description

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation envisions a Chicagoland comprised of thriving communities where all individuals have the resources and opportunities to succeed, without regard to income, race, ethnicity, gender, or ZIP code. We invest in people and organizations across the region to develop educated, informed, and engaged communities. The Foundation was established in 1955 upon the death of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, the longtime editor, and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. The Foundation's philanthropic investments of more than $1.8 billion to date are currently focused on Chicago's South and West Sides and on the following issues: early childhood education, public safety, community development, veterans, and journalism.

Robert R. McCormick Charitable Trust and designated Cantigny as a public space for education and recreation. Cantigny Park is home to the McCormick House, First Division Museum, formal gardens, picnic grounds, and walking trails. Cantigny is host to numerous special events, concerts, weddings, garden tours, museum tours, lectures, horticulture workshops, fitness classes, and more throughout the year.

Position Summary

The AV Intern will support the AV team in installing speakers for the Christmas at Cantigny show. This role will involve setting up equipment, troubleshooting technical issues. The ideal candidate has experience in outdoor wire installation, detail-oriented, and is willing to work outside in hot and cold temperatures. This is a part-time position that reports to the Lead AV Technician. This is a part-time seasonal position that will run from October 22nd to October 30th.

Essential Functions

• AV Setup and Operation: Assist with speaker installation.


• Equipment Maintenance: Assist in the routine maintenance of AV equipment, including cleaning, testing, and performing minor repairs.


• Troubleshooting: Help troubleshoot technical issues with speaker installation.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School, Bachelor’s or pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Audio Engineering, Media

Experience: 1 year or less.

Skills:

• Interest in AV technology and live event production.


• Basic understanding of AV equipment such as speaker wiring and signal flow.


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Willingness to work in outdoor conditions.


• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.


• Ability to lift and transport AV equipment (up to 50 lbs).


• Availability to work flexible hours, depending on weather conditions.

Working Conditions:

This is a part-time position that reports to the Lead AV Technician. This position will work in both outdoor and indoor settings and will be exposed to a variety of weather conditions such as cold, hot, or rainy or snowy weather.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cantigny Park and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, individuals with disabilities, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital and housing status.