AV Tech Coordinator

Centers•Baltimore, MD

2d•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view). Job Summary he Audiovisual (AV) Tech Coordinator supports reserved events and meetings in the Hopkins Student Center. This includes AV equipment setup, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and strike-down. This position reports to the AV Tech Manager and is typically responsible for AV services reserved in the meeting and multi-purpose spaces. This position will work on-site at Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus. JHU is recognized as America’s first research university, a place that has revolutionized higher education in the U.S. and continues to bring knowledge and discoveries to the world. JHU opened its first-ever student center in August 2025. The 148,000 gross squarefeet Hopkins Student Center (HSC) has transformed the student experience by providing spaces, amenities, and opportunities for students who want to socialize, connect, create, and relax. The building is designed to be a welcoming environment for all Hopkins students wand provided opportunities for events, programs, and dining.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 4 or more years of work experience required
2 years of AV experience in a Hospitality or Higher Ed. environment
Strong working knowledge of AV equipment
Working knowledge of sound systems
Working knowledge of projectors and TVs
Working knowledge of camera and lighting techniques
Working knowledge of Mac and PC computers
Written, verbal, and comprehension skills in English required

Nice To Haves

Excellent customer service, organization, communication, and problem solving skills

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and strike audio visual equipment in a hospitality environment
Participate in the event planning and booking processes as needed
Provide excellent customer service to clients during planning and event
Troubleshoot AV equipment and replace defective or malfunctioning parts
Perform routine inspection of audiovisual systems and equipment
Support internal audiovisual training and assist professional staff with audiovisual equipment recommendations for specific events. Make recommendations for future purchases in consultation with USS IT Services
Train part-time staff on audiovisual set up and troubleshooting techniques
Document troubleshooting procedures and resolutions for future reference
Assist with general event set up and break down
Recruit, hire, train, schedule and evaluate part-time student employees
Responsible for approving timecards and preparing necessary documents/reports for bi-weekly payroll