AV Production Technician Manager

Confidential Jobs; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ, seeks a Senior AV Production Technician to lead setup, operation, and troubleshooting of AV systems for live, virtual, and hybrid events.

You will oversee AV staff, collaborate with executives and marketing teams, and ensure events run on time, within budget, and with technical excellence. Hands-on experience with TriCaster, ATEM, vMix, OBS, Restream, LiveU, Dante is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional AV production or event technology experience.
• Hands-on experience with AV hardware/software: TriCaster, ATEM, vMix, OBS.
• Proven leadership of diverse crews and decisive decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead AV setup, operation, and strike for live, virtual, and hybrid events.
• Oversee and support AV staff.
• Operate and troubleshoot audio, video, lighting, LED, and streaming systems.
• Maintain and prepare all AV equipment to ensure readiness and reliability.
• Collaborate with executives, marketing, and creative teams to meet event goals.
• Stay current with AV technologies and recommend upgrades or process improvements.
• Create and maintain event run of show documents and technical checklists.

Skills

AV leadership

Technical troubleshooting

Project planning

Team coordination

Tools

TriCaster

ATEM

vMix

OBS

Restream

LiveU

Dante

Job description

The Senior AV Production Technician plays a vital role in delivering seamless, high quality audiovisual experiences for live, virtual, and hybrid events. This position is responsible for overseeing setup, operation, and troubleshooting of AV systems, while leading production crews and supporting internal teams. This role combines technical expertise with leadership to ensure events are executed on time, within budget, and with excellence.

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Events executed on time with minimal technical errors
• Strong leadership in directing AV crews and freelancers
• High satisfaction from event stakeholders and attendees
• Quick resolution of live event issues under pressure
• Consistent improvement in event workflows and execution

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead AV setup, operation, and strike for live, virtual, and hybrid events
• Oversee and support AV staff
• Operate and troubleshoot audio, video, lighting, LED, and streaming systems
• Maintain and prepare all AV equipment to ensure readiness and reliability
• Collaborate with executives, marketing, and creative teams to meet event goals
• Stay current with AV technologies and recommend upgrades or process improvements
• Create and maintain event run of show documents and technical checklists

WHAT YOU'VE DONE

• Deep knowledge of AV production: cameras, lenses, switchers, LED processing, lighting, audio engineering, and streaming platforms
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage conflict, and make decisive calls under pressure
• Skilled in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Ability to clearly articulate technical needs to executives, marketing teams, and clients
• Calm under pressure with strong troubleshooting instincts
• Interest in exploring and implementing emerging technologies for live and virtual production

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in AV production or event technology
• Hands on experience with AV hardware and software: TriCaster, ATEM, vMix, OBS, Restream, LiveU, Dante, LED processing systems
• Previous experience leading AV crews or serving as the primary technician for events
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills in live environments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. of equipment
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for events as required"

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce. We recognize that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.