Job Description
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about
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Summary:
The Audio Visual Technician assists with the setup and operation of audiovisual equipment for classes, conferences, and special events at the Spring Valley Building. The Technician also helps the office maintain staff presence by answering the SVB AV phone line and assisting with AV scheduling. This shift is Monday-Friday 8:00am-1:00pm.
Essential Functions:
- Assisting with classroom and event support
- Recording AV requests.
- Assisting faculty with lecture capture.
- Testing AV equipment and replacing defective or malfunctioning cables.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-Time.
- This is a union-eligible position.
Salary Range:
- $17/hour minimum.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or its equivalent.
- Excellent customer service, organization, communication, and problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of video recording techniques, and a basic understanding of signal flow for both audio and video.
- Working knowledge of Mac and PCs.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Previous AV experience or a background in audio technology or visual media. Familiarity with Mac and PCs, Video conferencing software (Zoom etc.), Blu-Ray players, projection systems, PA systems, video cameras, digital audio recorders, as well as basic and advanced control systems.
Additional Information:
- It is highly recommended that a cover letter and resume be submitted as attachments to the online application.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite.
Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- American University is anE-Verifyemployer.
Current American University Employees
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