Freelance Systems Engineer Jobs in Rutherford, NJ

A‐V Services Inc., a leading audiovisual services provider supporting Fortune 100 financial institutions, is seeking a Freelance Audio/Visual Support Technician with V1‐level corporate video experience to provide on‐site support in financial‐services environments.

This role supports executive meetings, leadership communications, and enterprise collaboration spaces and requires exceptional professionalism, discretion, and technical expertise.

Role Overview

The Audio/Visual Support Technician (Corporate V1) provides high‐quality audio and video support ensuring flawless execution of executive meetings, board sessions, town halls, and hybrid meetings. The role emphasizes camera operation and video switching within secure, enterprise AV systems, with a strong focus on reliability, confidentiality, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on‐site Audio and V1 video support for executive meetings, boardrooms, leadership town halls, and internal communications
• Operate and support enterprise AV systems including:
• Corporate projection systems and professional display technologies
• Crestron control systems
• Video switching, routing, and signal distribution systems
• Operate fixed and portable cameras in conference rooms and event spaces, ensuring proper framing, focus, and exposure
• Perform basic video switching for multi‐camera meetings and hybrid events
• Support video feeds and source selection for Zoom, WebEx, and other enterprise conferencing platforms
• Assist with testing of audio and video equipment while following established room standards
• Read and follow AV signal‐flow diagrams, room documentation, and client‐specific procedures
• Partner with on‐site AV teams, IT teams, and corporate stakeholders in a highly regulated environment
• Maintain system stability and meeting continuity during live, business‐critical sessions
• Interact professionally with executives, board members, and senior leadership at all times

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a technology‐related field or minimum 3 years of corporate AV support experience
• V1‐level experience with camera operation and video switching in corporate or enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of video signal flow in conference rooms and collaboration systems
• Experience working in corporate environments
• Ability to troubleshoot AV issues quickly and discreetly during high‐visibility meetings
• Proficiency with PCs and standard corporate applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and customer‐service orientation
• Ability to remain calm and professional in time‐sensitive, executive‐level settings
• Polished, business‐appropriate appearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting boardroom technology and executive briefing centers
• Familiarity with enterprise video switching platforms commonly used in corporate AV environments
• CTS or other AV industry certifications a plus
• Prior experience supporting Fortune 100 or large financial institutions

Work Environment

• On‐site corporate offices
• Security‐conscious, professional environment
• Team‐based enterprise AV support model
• Fast‐paced setting supporting business‐critical meetings

This is freelance.

Join Our Diverse and Inclusive Team!

At AV Services Inc. we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and empowered. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic that makes you unique.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we believe that the diverse perspectives and experiences they bring are key to our success. We celebrate and encourage differences in age, ethnicity, family or marital status, language, physical and mental abilities, socio-economic status, and more. These unique attributes contribute to our vibrant culture, enhance our reputation, and drive our achievements.

Why Work With Us?

• Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity in all its forms and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Empowerment: We support our employees' growth and self-expression, recognizing that their individual talents and innovations are vital to our success.
• Community: Join a team that values collaboration and the collective strength of diverse backgrounds and ideas.

Be part of a company that not only values diversity but actively promotes it as a cornerstone of our identity and success. Apply today and bring your unique perspective to AV Services Inc.

A-V Services was founded in 1960 by Charles Rodriguez. A-V Services, headquartered in Fairfield, NJ, with offices in New York City has dedicated itself exclusively to the audiovisual industry. Our staff understands and takes pride in this dynamic industry and we continue to build and grow the best team in the industry. Training and educational programs keep our people abreast of the latest technologies and our partnerships with over 200 of the top equipment manufactures support our project initiatives throughout the nation.
A-V Services develops intelligently designed technologically and advanced multimedia systems that meet the A/V communication needs of forward-thinking companies and organizations. We provide end-to-end A/V solutions from individual “smart rooms” to linked corporate campuses, from local installation to a global multi-site network. For clients seeking facilities that offer extensive communication and interaction capabilities with employees and clients in the US or anywhere in the world, or for those interested in developing unique state-of-the-art facilities, A-V Services offers the industry’s most effective solutions. Individual projects are designed to complement client size culture and budget. It is our mission to continually keep clients aware of all the wonderful possibilities that exist in our industry today.