"Events Technical Coordinator"

Job Summary

This position coordinates and provides hands on technical support for events, performances, and multimedia systems at the College of Coastal Georgia. The role supports faculty, staff, students, and community partners by ensuring reliable and high-quality audiovisual, lighting, and presentation technology across campus venues, including significant involvement at the Coastal Community Center for the Arts. This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours to support campus and community events.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinates and provides technical setup, operation, and teardown for events held in the Coastal Community Center for the Arts and other campus venues.
2. Supports and maintains audiovisual, lighting, and multimedia systems used for performances, lectures, meetings, and other college events.
3. Test, maintain, repair, and inventory AV equipment; recommend acquisitions to support current and future event needs.
4. Design and implement AV systems tailored to event requirements, including equipment selection, rental, setup, and integration.
5. Apply expertise in low-voltage cabling, signal flow, and troubleshooting to maintain system integrity and performance.
6. Coordinate with departments, clients, and event organizers to ensure seamless technical support and professional AV delivery.
7. Advise on AV methods, processes, and equipment.
8. Provide training for backup technicians and assist campus AV technician as needed.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Associate degree in information technology, communications, theater production, or a related field.

Other Required Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review.
• Must successfully pass a background check. This is a position of trust.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by scheduled events.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and teamwork in a customer service-oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups including faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Required Experience

• At least three years of experience providing audiovisual or technical event support.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, communications, theatre production, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing ladders during event setup and breakdown.
• Ability to work in dimly lit or loud environments for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity required for operating AV equipment and handling cable.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on event schedules.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of audiovisual, lighting, and sound equipment setup, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of multimedia systems, projection, and streaming technologies.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to technical production and equipment use.

SKILLS

• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information and collaborate effectively.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to quickly resolve technical issues during live events.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in setup, operation, and documentation.
• Ability to lead, train, and coordinate student assistants and event support crews.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills when working with faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
• Effective time management and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Dependability and professionalism in managing responsibilities and maintaining equipment.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the College of Coastal Georgia, as determined by the College of Coastal Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable a satisfactory credit check, Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statues, rules and regulations of this college and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

College of Coastal Georgia is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community

Equal Employment Opportunity

The College of Coastal Georgia provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources at 912-279-5740.