Sr. Production Technician (Part-Time)

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

5d•$21 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Be You. At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As a Production Technician, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional event and performance experiences across campus. Working alongside a talented team of technical professionals, student employees, faculty, staff, and community partners, you'll help create engaging environments that support Duke's academic, athletic, cultural, religious, and community events. Your technical expertise, creativity, and commitment to excellence will help ensure every event runs safely, smoothly, and successfully. Be Bold. Join a dynamic team that powers some of the most visible and impactful events across Duke University. In this hands-on role, you'll provide technical leadership and operational support for lighting, audio, video, scoring, and production systems, helping bring events and performances to life.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Multimedia, Event Production, Technical Production, or a closely related field.
OR Four years of relevant technical event support, theatrical production, or special events experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
OR An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
No additional experience beyond the required degree is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of live event production technologies
Audio, video, lighting, power distribution, and scoreboard systems experience
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to read and follow technical instructions and production documentation
Strong critical listening skills
Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Proficiency with current office productivity and event production software
Commitment to customer service and operational excellence
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced event environments

Responsibilities

Support the successful execution of events and performances across campus by contributing to all aspects of Duke Technical Services operations.
Install, maintain, program, and operate lighting, sound, power distribution, scoreboard, computer, and video production systems.
Provide technical support for conferences, worship services, sporting events, performances, educational programs, and other live events.
Set up, strike, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and audiovisual equipment.
Apply expertise in live event technologies to ensure safe, effective, and reliable operation of production systems.
Train, guide, and support others in the proper use of multimedia systems and production technologies, including: Sound mixing and recording, Theatrical lighting systems, Video production and projection systems, Scoreboard technologies.
Ensure events are delivered on time, efficiently, and in accordance with client expectations.
Work collaboratively with campus stakeholders and event partners to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
Partner with faculty, staff, students, and clients to understand event goals and technical requirements.
Coordinate with campus departments, external vendors, and production teams to verify technical specifications and logistics.
Provide excellent customer service while supporting diverse event needs.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and solutions-focused environment throughout all production activities.
Provide day-to-day leadership and operational guidance to support successful event execution.
Lead and supervise production teams, including student employees, event users, contracted staff, and fellow technicians.
Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with university and industry safety standards.
Support a culture of accountability, transparency, professionalism, and teamwork.
Indirectly supervise up to five student employees during event operations and production activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental, divisional, and university priorities.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance operational effectiveness and service delivery.