Event Technology Specialist

Metropolitan Community College (Kansas City)•Omaha, NE

12d•$23

About The Position

The Event Technology Specialist provides a broad range of technology support to college-wide events, with experience in audio, video, computers, and lighting, operating large- and small-scale audiovisual systems. Works with internal and external clients, setting up, testing, and trouble-shooting, responsible for providing great customer service, to ensure successful events.

Requirements

Proficient in using multiple large and small-scale audiovisual systems, including audio, video, computers, and lighting.
Ability of multiple in house college systems and knowledge of how to obtain additional capabilities when required.
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of meeting professionals and speakers.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Possess strong collaboration skills with a commitment to quality service.
Possess excellent organizational skills with attention to details.
Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to manage high volume of work with accuracy and tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently with brief instruction.
Ability to read documents and instructions.
Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.
Associates degree in related field.
Two (2) years of full-time work-related experience in a technical, audiovisual capacity.
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.
Valid driver's license and insurability to drive college vehicles is required.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Serves as an ambassador for the College at all events realizing the importance of the event to the client.
Sets up and operates all audiovisual equipment required for each event, including, but not limited to, computer-based PowerPoint programs, computer-based video, and computer-based audio, multichannel wireless microphones, audiovisual control systems and lighting.
Troubleshoots and maintains routine maintenance, and repair of site technology equipment.
Develops event technology design based on customer and event needs.
Develops and maintains records of each event, contact person, and audiovisual set up provided.
Maintains equipment inventory and supplies.
Works collaboratively with facilities, information technology and other departments to implement event technology systems.
Identifies and attends training to keep skills relevant and to keep abreast of new technologies.
Schedules events using 25Live and assist with overall events as needed.
Communicates with college staff and event clients when requirements for upcoming events are unclear or exceed in house capabilities.
Recommends upgrades to existing audiovisual equipment and potential new equipment.
Supervises and schedules additional AV staff as needed.
Attend work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned.
Support other department functions as needed.