Job Summary
The University Memorial Center (UMC) at the University of
Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for an
AV Lead
Specialist! This position provides professional
audio-visual support for all types of events and other
conference-related services both on-campus and for services offered
off-site. This includes assuring customers that audio-visual needs
and requirements are satisfied for events in and outside of the UMC
by following CU standards and practices, and acts as a source of
knowledge by providing direction, guidance, and providing
assistance to users, students, faculty, and staff.
Additionally, this position hires, schedules and trains the UMC
student AV team on the fundamentals of AV, correct equipment use
and operating procedures, employee expectations, and overall
standard processes for AV set-up. This role will work in
cooperation with both the first and second shifts of the UMC Set-up
team and lends support when needed. This can include assisting the
team in setup and tear down of event furniture, room
cleaning/maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the AV and
Setup Manager.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
The
Division
of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student
support and services dedicated to helping students become
successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU
Boulder.
With more than 1.6 million visitors each year, the University
Memorial Center (UMC) is a dynamic hub where community and
engagement come to life. Known as the “heart of campus,” the UMC
buzzes with activity, welcoming thousands daily to dine, study,
shop, bowl or play billiards at The Connection, or immerse in
gaming at the Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge. We host
numerous live events, meetings, and conferences for the CU Boulder
campus and wider community in our various spaces, including the
Glenn Miller Ballroom. As a workplace, the UMC offers a fast-paced,
people-centered environment where every interaction contributes to
campus life. Home to a wide range of student services and an active
CU student government, we foster leadership, collaboration, and
innovation among our staff and student employees. We celebrate
diversity through food, art, music, and open exchange of ideas,
cultivating belonging while supporting the campus spaces where
expression and activism thrive. At the UMC, we are committed to
student success and will work together to build human capacity
focused on a culture of care for all.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
AV Event Setup and Scheduling
- Responsible for setup of AV equipment used for all UMC rooms
and other campus event spaces in a timely manner and to customer's
needs and satisfaction.
Ability to look ahead in scheduling software to properly
reserve rooms beforehand with Event Planners.
Review EMS Campus reservations to determine scheduling of
student staff for upcoming events.
Schedule student staff and work in cooperation with UMC Set-up
and custodial crews to ensure spaces are ready for events.
Act as the lead AV tech during important UMC events, and
introduce clients to the student AV staff working the event.
Attend weekly AV/UMC set-up meetings to assess upcoming events
with planners and supervisor.
Position recommends new equipment purchases and upgrades to UMC
Event and Setup Manager.
Staff/Student Staff Supervision
- Inspect work performed by student staff employees.
- Advertise new staffing opportunities for hiring of AV student
employees.
- Update student employees on UMC and CU trainings and diversity
requirements.
- Train AV student employees on proper set-up and tear down of
equipment as well as safety procedures and equipment
operation.
- Evaluate AV student employees, gathering feedback from UMC
setup staff, UMC Event Manager, UMC set-up student supervisor and
clients to assist with evaluation outcomes.
Client and Event Management
- Provide clients and event planners with audio visual guidance,
direction, and consultation for the many lectures, meetings,
weddings, banquets, and conferences that take place in the
University Memorial Center, and other indoor and outdoor meeting
spaces on campus.
- Provide event assessment to clients and communicate with the
internal UMC staff who are either working this event or assisting
the client.
AV Equipment Testing, Maintenance and Storage
- Position develops and maintains AV technical manual and other
documents including policies and procedures for AV student staff to
refer to when needed.
- Test, repair, and conduct preventative maintenance on
equipment.
- Set up and program Extron and Crestron AV operating systems,
and adjust or reset to ensure proper performance of the systems
when needed.
- Provide guidance to students on proper maintenance and storage
of equipment in both the AV storage areas and AV office, in front
of the house and back of the house.
- Position works very closely and assists the UMC setup team with
event setups, modifications, teardowns, room cleanings, and other
tasks as assigned.
What You Should Know
- This position operates University vehicles and requires an
active Driver's License in good standing.
What We Can Offer
- The annual salary range for this position is $52,000 -
$58,500.
- Onboarding assistance is available within Student Life division
guidelines.
- Our outstanding benefits include:
- Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11
holidays per year.
- Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
- EcoPass for free RTD rides.
- Opportunity for career growth within the division of student
life and the CU Boulder campus!
Benefits
At the
University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be collaborative. Be inclusive. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and
experience may substitute.
- 1 year of audio-visual (AV) field experience supporting live
events.
What You Will Need
- Broad knowledge of audio-visual concepts, equipment, and
software in the disciplines of audio, video, and lighting.
- Experience in the setup and operation of equipment for each
field of AV including but not limited to: audio boards, lighting
boards, video switchers, projectors, monitors, splitters,
microphones, speakers, and power distribution.
- Knowledge in the concepts of gain structure, signal flow, mix
minus, and troubleshooting.
- Effective analytical and problem solving skills.
- Technical and computer problem solving skills.
- Demonstrable ability to independently complete job assignments
in an appropriate prescribed amount of time.
- Ability to work well with others to complete job
assignments.
- Must possess good customer service skills.
- Ability to think critically and diagnose proper course of
action when problems or issue arise to resolve them in a timely and
proper manner.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Specific knowledge of audio equipment including: Yamaha, Allen
& Heath, Mackie, and Behringer mixers. DI boxes, Shure wired
and wireless microphones, digital audio recorders, audio
interfaces, JBL speakers and line arrays.
- Specific knowledge of video equipment including: Crestron and
Extron media control systems, Samsung and Epson projectors,
Logitech and Meeting Owl cameras, video switchers, televisions, and
monitors.
- Specific knowledge of lighting equipment including: Chamsys and
ETC lighting boards, ETC paradigm control and dimming systems,
static/moving light fixtures.
- Knowledge of PC and Mac operating systems.
- Customer support with logging onto wireless networks.
- Skill with Power Point presentation software.
- Experience with video conferencing techniques and software such
as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and OBS.
- Strong ability in troubleshooting all manor of audio visual
hardware and software.
- Experience working at an institution of higher education.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background
and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and
responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
November 2, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through
CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is
required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies
(snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event)
and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during
emergency campus closures.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu