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Georgetown Univerisity Senior AV Technician - Capitol Campus - Georgetown University in Washington, District Of Columbia
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Senior AV Technician - Capitol Campus - Georgetown University
Job Overview
The Senior AV Technician is a member of the Georgetown University Capitol Campus Audiovisual and Instructional technology groups.
They oversee the technical operation and maintenance of all audiovisual systems supported by the academic departments on the Capitol Campus – including classrooms, event spaces and conference rooms - in addition to other supported spaces during the evening shift.
As well, they oversee the exploration, research, purchase, inventory, installation and integration of equipment and services in supported facilities.
In managing both small and large AV projects, they apply their expert knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of audiovisual systems, including lecture capture software, digital and analog audiovisual interfaces, video conferencing hardware/software, and television production equipment.
Work Interactions
Reporting to the Director of Audio Visual Event Services, the Senior AV Technician engages with senior administrators, staff, faculty, students and vendors.
They apply their superior communication skills during interactions with nationally and internationally recognized VIP guests, high level University administration and alumni, as well as national and local press - in addition to every day interaction with faculty, staff and students.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
7 years of audiovisual experience - preferably in an educational, conference center, and/or hotel environment
Ability to multitask, often working under stress to complete tasks that require complex set-up and operation
Professional understanding of the following AV technologies: Digital switchers, digital audiovisual systems and computer interfaces, video capturing software, Zoom and other video conferencing systems, digital video and audio editing software, light boards, cloud storage such as Google Apps and Box
General proficiency with Mac and PC
Understanding of networked audiovisual systems
Proficiency in Google productivity tools, including Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Drive
Proficiency in Microsoft Office365 productivity tools, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficiency in room control systems, including Crestron and Extron systems
Ability to maintain an excellent level of customer service with faculty, staff, students, and guests
Availability to accept flexible hours and overtime
Work hours are Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., but flexibility required throughout the week based on staffing needs.
Physical requirements
Daily requirements to move items up to 10 pounds of weight
Requirement to lift up to 75 pounds of weight and work from ladders and scaffolding
Frequent requirement to move up to 50lbs of weight and to walk or stand with operation of controls
Occasional requirement to move items up to 100 pounds of weight
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .
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Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .