Overview
Technical Director, Event AV Tech, Temporary Jobs in Kennesaw, USA at Kennesaw State University
Location
(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Provides production and general audio-visual support for events in multiple buildings across Kennesaw State University. Partners with event staff and clients to ensure audio-visual needs and requirements are met. Serves event and classroom environments. Works directly with students, professors and other event staff to support events as required.
Responsibilities
- Works directly with clients to plan events and produces creative solutions to make their events successful
- Responsible for supervision of technical operations for assigned event AV operations
- Responsible for design and set‑up of AV/Production equipment and gear prior to event and tear‑down proceeding each event as needed by requestor
- Responsible for events and operation of KSU campus event spaces using audio visual equipment
- Oversees various events, small meetings, student‑led events, conferences and expos.
- Maintains equipment inventory, keeping items up to date and making necessary repairs or replacements
- Ensures proper set‑up of equipment per client expectations and guidelines
- Provides quotes, tracks, and invoices events in EMS (Event Management System) and ensures all information is correct and events are produced to specification requested
- Assists other Technical Directors across campus when events require additional support
- Manages assigned staff, students, contractors and other Technical Directors as required to fill additional needs for larger or multiple simultaneous events
- Works directly with partner production company to quote additional resources for events
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license
- Two (2) years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PC and Macintosh operating system is necessary
- Experience with web‑conferencing is ideal
- A technical, undergraduate, or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Abilities, Knowledge, & Skills
- Able to compile, communicate and provide event quotes and invoices
- Able to piece together simple sound system, making it work
- Able to manage events in all circumstances and conditions
- Able to exhibit flexibility and handle last‑minute requests or changes
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
- Understanding of video and audio systems for classrooms as well as large events
- Knowledge of EMS (Event Management System)
- General knowledge of audio
- Knowledge of video projection systems
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
- Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (Microsoft Office suite)
- Strong attention to detail and follow‑up skills
- Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
Other
Information
This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position may travel 1% ‑ 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance.
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Title: Technical Director, Event AV Tech, Temporary
Company: Kennesaw State University
Location: Kennesaw, USA
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