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Intrepid

Multimedia/AV Technician

Mclean, VA · On-site

Test and troubleshoot integrated visual and audio content across multiple platforms * Assist in the development and deployment of high-quality AV and multimedia solutions * Collaborate with ...

Intrepidgs

Multimedia/AV Technician

Mclean, VA

Test and troubleshoot integrated visual and audio content across multiple platforms * Assist in the development and deployment of high-quality AV and multimedia solutions * Collaborate with ...

Georgetown University

Director of AV Support

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $157K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Work Interactions This position will report to the Assistant Vice President of Classroom & Shared Space Support. The Director of AV Support plays a crucial role in advancing the University's academic ...

Grace Community Church

AV Technical Lead

Fulton, MD · On-site

$53K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OVERVIEW The full-time AV Technical Lead partners with the Technical Director to support the audio ... Help set up stages in various venues * Assist with the building and lighting of stage sets * Manage ...

Grace Community Church

AV Technical Lead

Fulton, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OVERVIEW The full-time AV Technical Lead partners with the Technical Director to support the audio ... Help set up stages in various venues * Assist with the building and lighting of stage sets * Manage ...

JLL

AV Technician

Washington, DC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proactively monitor and manage the conference room booking system; assist customers with ... Familiarity with integrated AV systems * Ability to learn new software as required for the position

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What is an AV assistant?

AV Assistants, or Audio Visual Assistants, are professionals who help set up, operate, and maintain audio and visual equipment for events, meetings, classrooms, or productions. They are responsible for ensuring microphones, projectors, speakers, video displays, and other AV technology function properly before and during use. AV Assistants may also troubleshoot technical issues, assist with live streaming, and support presenters or performers. This role is essential to ensure smooth and effective communication through multimedia technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AV assistant?

To thrive as an AV Assistant, you need a solid understanding of audio-visual equipment setup, troubleshooting, and basic technical knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with AV control systems, projectors, microphones, and software like Crestron or Extron is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate effectively and respond quickly to issues during events. These skills ensure smooth event execution, minimize technical disruptions, and support seamless user experiences.

What are some common challenges faced by AV assistants during live events, and how can they be managed?

AV Assistants often encounter challenges such as last-minute technical issues, time constraints, and coordinating with multiple teams during live events. To manage these, it's important to stay organized, conduct thorough equipment checks beforehand, and maintain clear communication with event coordinators, presenters, and the lead AV technician. Being adaptable and proactive in troubleshooting can help ensure that any issues are resolved quickly, minimizing disruptions and contributing to a smooth event experience.

What is the difference between Av Assistant vs Audio Visual Technician?

AspectAv AssistantAudio Visual Technician
CredentialsBasic technical certifications, on-the-job trainingAdvanced certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentEvent setups, client sites, conference roomsControl rooms, production studios, live events
Industry UsageEvent planning, corporate meetings, small venuesLarge-scale events, broadcasting, production

While both roles support audio-visual setups, an Av Assistant typically handles basic tasks and assists technicians, whereas an Audio Visual Technician performs more complex technical work and troubleshooting. The roles often overlap in event settings, but the technician usually requires more specialized skills and certifications.

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AV Specialist, AV Systems and Classroom Support

Umd

College Park, MD

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Description SummaryOrganizational Summary Statement:
This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
The AV Specialist works within the Academic Technology & Innovation team to drive learning innovations through institutional-wide initiatives. This individual will work directly with the campus community to support classroom technology and facilitate AV operations in formal and informal learning spaces. The AV Specialist reports to the Assistant Manager of AV Systems and Classroom Support, who assists in managing the operations and maintenance of approximately 335 instructional technology classrooms. The specialist is responsible for assisting faculty users and local department staff with instructional technology infrastructure. This position provides technical support that ensures the proper operation, maintenance, monitoring, testing and repair of complex networked AV equipment and control systems. The specialist will also be required to troubleshoot Crestron control processors, touch panels, routers, audio DSPs (Crestron and others) and Crestron peripherals to support instructional technology classrooms. The Specialist will also review requirements and design classroom AV systems, build/install new classroom AV systems, perform tests and pilot installations of viable technologies. The Specialist will produce needed documentation.
**This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands: Must be able to operate test equipment, machinery and AV equipment; use power tools; work at heights using ladders and scaffolding; and drive a motor vehicle. Must be able to perform extensive standing, driving, walking and climbing; to lift up to 50 lbs.; to manipulate up to 100 lbs. with assistance; to transport and stock assigned supplies and materials; to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop and climb to reach materials (must be able to climb a ladder and to work from a lift up to twenty feet in height).
Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid drivers licenseMinimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of audio visual system experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of audio visual systems and equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Additional Job Details

Preferences:

  • Proficient with rack fabrication & wiring.
  • Strong understanding of signal flow, signal formats, & transportation protocols.
  • Crestron configuration knowledge, along with their software suite.
  • Audio DSP knowledge (QSys & Biamp).
  • Wireless microphone systems knowledge.
  • AV system commissioning knowledge
  • EDID & HDCP knowledge.
  • Networking for AVoIP, Dante, AES67, NDI, etc knowledge.
  • General Networking knowledge.
  • AVIXA CTS & other industry certifications.
  • High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, creativity and commitment. Ability to work in a busy environment with multiple project timelines and on own initiative, be self-motivated and flexible
  • Committed to customer satisfaction: exceptional skills in collaboration, consultation, communication, customer support, data analysis, and time management.

Additional Information:

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.

Visa Sponsorship Information:

  • DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.

  • F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Remote Work:

  • This position may be eligible for some telework, but that will be dependent on projects and needs of the project/department. There will be a regular in-office requirement.

Required Application Materials:

Resume

Cover Letter

List of three References

Best Consideration Date:

08/21/2026

Posting Close Date:

Open until filled

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Job RisksNot Applicable to This PositionFinancial Disclosure RequiredNo

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

DepartmentDIT-ATI-Learning Technology Strategy (LTS)Worker Sub-Type Staff RegularSalary Range$75,840.00 - $91,008.00
Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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