George Mason University · 1 month ago
Part-Time Event Technology and Operations Coordinator
Arlington, VA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expGeorge Mason University is dedicated to providing a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. The Part-Time Event Technology and Operations Coordinator will be responsible for the setup, operation, and breakdown of technical and non-technical equipment for events held at the Mason Square campus, while also serving as an onsite shift supervisor for event support staff.
Education
Responsibilities
Assists the Audio Visual Manager by having excellent working knowledge of all A/V systems in Van Metre Hall event venues, including setup and support of various live streaming platforms
Responds to and troubleshoots technical issues, and provides user support during events when required
Verifies all equipment requests for events are set in the exact manner as described on the set-up report (unless otherwise directed); this involves the setting of tables and chairs and audio/visual equipment in accordance with reservation requests
Maintains order in all storerooms and ensures that aisles and mechanical equipment areas are kept clear of equipment
Assists the Event Manager with their program needs while enforcing user responsibilities of Mason Square Arlington; and
Identifies maintenance discrepancies and/or damages within event spaces and forwards them to the Event Manager
Qualification
Required
Must be a high school graduate
Understanding of audio/visual equipment used to support events and multimedia applications, audio/visual hardware configuration, conference A/V set-up, streaming platforms, and knowledge of electronics used to support events, and a willingness to learn new skills
Possess outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently with a diverse audience, including current university faculty and staff, alumni, donors, students, and the community
Possess a strong customer service, time management, and organizational skillset with high attention to detail
Must have excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Must be able to safely and independently move items up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Preferred
At least six-months of experience working in an audio/visual tech support capacity
Willingness to learn A/V and multimedia applications, conference A/V set-up, and streaming tools and platforms
Familiarity with higher education
Benefits
Tuition assistance
Ability to contribute to a supplemental retirement plan
Participation in the Staff Senate
Wonderful discounts
Company
George Mason University
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyVirginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-08-03Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Bassam Haddad
Director, Middle East and Islamic Studies Program
Ellen Laipson
Director, International Security Program
Recent News
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