Performing Arts Center and Audio Visual Coordinator

Lake Havasu Unified School District #1 • Lake Havasu, AZ

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Performing Arts Center and Audio Visual Coordinator coordinates, oversees, and supports activities and events at the Lake Havasu High School Performing Arts Center. The role provides technical expertise and event support, including management and operation of audio visual, sound, lighting, projection, and multimedia systems. The coordinator serves as the primary contact for technical event planning, works with school and community event participants, and helps ensure events are conducted safely and in accordance with district policies and facility guidelines.

This classified stipend position reports to the Principal and supervises no one. It is open to current Lake Havasu Unified School District employees only and is not benefit eligible. Compensation is $35 per hour. The schedule includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and other irregular hours as required by scheduled events.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated knowledge of audio systems, digital sound boards, microphones, lighting controls, projection systems, and multimedia equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and other non-traditional hours as required.
• Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Applicants must be current Lake Havasu Unified School District employees.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical certification in audio visual technology, theater production, media technology, or a related field.
• At least three years of experience operating professional audio visual, lighting, sound, and theater equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee technical support for events held in the Performing Arts Center and serve as the primary contact for technical event planning and support.
• Set up, operate, and dismantle audio visual, sound, lighting, projection, and multimedia equipment for school and approved community events.
• Coordinate technical requirements with staff, performers, presenters, vendors, and community organizations.
• Open, secure, and monitor the facility during assigned events, and ensure events follow safety requirements, district policies, and facility guidelines.
• Operate professional sound, lighting, video, and projection equipment for assemblies, concerts, theatrical productions, meetings, ceremonies, and special events.
• Troubleshoot technical issues before and during events and monitor audio quality, lighting performance, and visual presentations.
• Recommend equipment upgrades, replacements, and enhancements; maintain technical documentation, operating procedures, and equipment inventories.
• Assist event organizers with technical planning and implementation.
• Inspect, maintain, and test audio visual and theater equipment; inform the supervisor of repair and preventive maintenance needs.
• Maintain inventories of supplies, cables, accessories, and replacement parts, and report equipment failures, facility concerns, and safety hazards to administration.
• Train and guide students, staff, and volunteers who use Performing Arts Center equipment; assist with student productions and technical theater activities when appropriate.
• Promote safe operating practices and maintain positive relationships with staff, students, community members, and event participants.
• Observe Board policies and district regulations; maintain records related to events, facility use, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
• Report to work at assigned times and remain as needed to meet scheduled event requirements; follow emergency procedures and facility safety regulations.
• Advise administration promptly of equipment needs, repairs, replacements, or unsafe conditions.
• Assist administration in evaluating equipment needs and budget recommendations; submit purchase, repair, and upgrade recommendations and support cost-effective resource use.
• Represent the district professionally at school and community events and work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, community organizations, and facility users.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED