Audio Visual (AV) Event Specialist

Crystal Lake, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 22 - 32

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Workweek

40 Hours Flexible schedule to meet department needs to include evenings and weekends.

Position Summary

The AV Event Specialist is responsible for the setup operation and teardown of audiovisual equipment for campus events meetings and special programs at MCC. This position also supports occasional audiovisual setup in classrooms. The AV Event Specialist ensures high-quality presentation support with audio video and lighting. This service-oriented and technically-savvy role collaborates with colleagues in Conference and Event Services as well as with faculty staff administrators students and external partners/clients to deliver responsive reliable and professional AV services.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Set up operate and tear down audiovisual equipment for events such as lectures performances conferences meetings fundraisers commencement and live or remote events.
Operate sound systems microphones mixing consoles projectors LED displays lighting systems cameras and streaming/recording equipment.
Provide real-time immediate live event support including audio mixing video switching lighting control and troubleshooting during events.
Support hybrid and virtual events using video conferencing platforms (e.g. Zoom Microsoft Teams).
Coordinate with team members and event contacts to assess AV needs and ensure technical requirements are met.
Work with IT to maintain inventory test and perform basic repairs on AV equipment.
Research event technology advancements and make recommendations for any upgrades and enhancements.
Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g. assistive listening devices captioning coordination).
Assist with classroom technology support as needed including smart classrooms and lecture capture systems.
Maintain documentation event schedules and equipment usage records.
Follow safety procedures and best practices when handling equipment and cabling.
Provide excellent customer service to campus and community users.
Work collaboratively with others (e.g. colleagues clients vendors) to accomplish functions and responsibilities.
Assume additional duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree from a regionally accredited institution
Experience supporting live events and operating professional AV equipment

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
Experience in a higher education or community college environment
Bilingual communication and writing skills in Spanish
Knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements related to AV and events
Project management experience

Skills and Specifications:

Knowledge of project management tools and resources
Thorough knowledge of audiovisual technology especially in a special events setting
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues under time-sensitive conditions
Strong service mindset
Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong decision-making skills
Self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to quickly learn technological applications
Ability to perform under pressure
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and customer resource management software/platforms
Commitment to the College mission vision values and goals
Strong commitment to diversity equity belonging and inclusion
Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work on elevated platforms when needed

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission employment participation in educational programs or activities without discrimination on grounds of race color creed or religion sex national origin ancestry age order of protection status marital status physical or mental disabilities military status sexual orientation gender-related identity pregnancy unfavorable discharge from military service or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring promotion termination wages or salaries benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

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Workweek40 Hours Flexible schedule to meet department needs to include evenings and weekends.Position SummaryThe AV Event Specialist is responsible for the setup operation and teardown of audiovisual equipment for campus events meetings and special programs at MCC. This position also supports occas...