Core Job Responsibilities

• Supervise track and review the installation of Museum AV Exhibits at the Obama Presidential Center.

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for Museum AV Operations.

• Operate and maintain audio visual equipment throughout Museum exhibitions.

• Maintain AV hardware supporting inclusive accommodations for guests visitors and staff with disabilities.

• Collaborate with Museum staff to integrate creative technical and accessible solutions.

• Perform preventative maintenance on Exhibit audio visual assets recommending system modifications as needed.

• Lead and train AV Technicians to support the Museum exhibitions as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Deliverables / Outcomes

• Maintain a working proficiency with all AV system technology used in the Museum.

  • QSC and Dante Audio Systems; Pixera media servers; Windows based interactive computers; Crestron NVX encoder/decoders; Christie Epson and Panasonic projectors; LG NEC Elo displays; CueServer lighting processor and assorted DMX lighting fixtures etc.

• Work closely with Museum teams in planning installing maintaining and transitioning equipment.

• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams to adhere to work order processes working closely with staff trades workers as needed for exhibit transitions.

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and network components throughout Museum exhibit facilities.

• Participate in and occasionally lead ongoing training to continuously improve exhibit AV experiences.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with a range of AV Hardware and Systems ideally QSC audio systems and Pixera media servers.

• Attention to detail as well as strong communication/problem-solving skills. Ability to work and problem solve independently while also contributing to a team environment.

• Commitment to Obama Presidential Center mission and an inclusive environment.

• Flexibility of hours including but not limited to early morning late night weekends and holidays across campus in both indoor and outdoor environments. Ability to work out of the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park and/or other Obama Foundation locations in Chicago.

This is a permanent full-time role with anticipated minimal travel.

The salary range for this role is between $79040 and $98800.

This is an in-office role based at our Chicago location in Jackson Park.

Foundation Values

The Foundation Values are Courage Empathy Integrity Accountability Community Inclusivity Pragmatism Resilience Imagination and Hope.

Dont check off every box in the requirements listed above Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women LGBTQ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. The Obama Foundation is dedicated to building an inclusive diverse equitable and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex gender identity religion sexual orientation age disability parental status veteran status or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability please e-mail us at if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.