Manager, AV

Washington Commanders • Landover, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Washington Commanders are seeking a driven, dynamic Manager, AV to join our AV & Broadcast team as a full-time leader. This role oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of operations that support successful event and game day experiences. The Manager will lead and develop a part-time staff, ensure facility and equipment readiness, coordinate maintenance and operational priorities, and provide hands-on support before, during, and after events. The position requires a proactive leader who can manage multiple responsibilities, maintain high operational standards, solve problems in real time, and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively with internal and third party contacts.
• Must be able to perform essential duties safely and in a timely manner.
• Basic understanding of audio and video equipment.
• Basic knowledge of and the ability to learn cable types.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to identify and report TV and sound issues.
• Must be able to stand, walk and work in-stadium both indoors and outdoors for duration of the shifts.
• Must be able to work required schedule which could include weekends and nights.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Production, Audio Visual Technology, Communications, Sports Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in audiovisual technology, broadcast production, or live event operations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse staff.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative, resourceful, and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk long distances, and climb stairs as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of staffing for the AV department, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and development of a part-time production crew.
• Ensure stadium-wide operational readiness through detailed inspections, issue identification, and coordination of corrective actions for events and game days.
• Establish and execute strategic preventive maintenance initiatives that optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and extend the useful life of AV assets.
• Identify and report TV and sound issues.
• Move equipment and set up cables as needed and organize and maintain equipment and cables.
• Other related tasks to assist with event and game day preparations and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager