Event Technology Specialist

The Event Technology Specialist is a critical member of the Special Events & Event Services team, responsible for delivering top-tier technical support (audio, visual, lighting, and digital) for events across campus. From high-profile presidential addresses to pop-up gatherings in spaces never meant to hold a projector, this position will ensure a seamless technology experience for event guests and planners. This role requires a blend of sharp technical problem-solving, proactive thinking, and a reassuring, calm presence under pressure, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities Audio, Visual, & Lighting Execution

• Serve as a primary technical lead for campus events, managing soundboards, microphones, wireless audio systems, and lighting configurations.
• Manage in-event content projection and display on permanently installed screens. Design and deploy creative, temporary technical solutions for spaces not traditionally outfitted for A/V.
• Work hand-in-hand with the designated Event Lead to manage timelines, cues, and transitions, ensuring the program runs flawlessly.

Proactive Improvement & VIP Care

• Anticipate speaker and VIP needs proactively and respond quickly to requests by leadership
• Actively evaluate event outcomes and propose strategic adjustments to our overall technology support approach to continuously elevate the campus event experience.

Virtual & Hybrid Collaboration

• Partner alongside the Associate Director for Digital Events and the Digital Events Fellow to provide support as needed for select virtual and hybrid events.
• Utilize a solid foundational knowledge of Zoom Operations (breakout rooms, webinar settings, spotlighting, and audio/video routing) to assist with digital programming.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience working with event technology support
• Proven experience managing live event audio (mixing, mic placement, frequency management) and basic stage/ambient lighting.
• Strong diagnostic skills for video routing, aspect ratios, and adapting content to various screen types and environments.
• Familiarity with Zoom/Zoom Webinar and an understanding of hybrid event workflows.
• A strong sense of ownership and pride in executing a flawless event.
• The ability to make lightning-fast decisions when technical anomalies arise, acting as a source of calm for nervous clients and stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly regarding VIP preferences and speaker needs
• Must be able to lift and transport A/V equipment (up to [40/50] lbs).
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as dictated by the campus event calendar.

Information about how to submit an application can be found at https://employment.davidson.edu.

Davidson is a highly selective, nationally ranked, residential liberal arts college located in Davidson, North Carolina, near Charlotte. We seek to hire talented faculty and staff who are committed to achieving excellence within an inclusive community where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued.