Media and AV Technology Coordinator

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Media and AV Technology Coordinator position. The Media and AV Technology Coordinator is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $25.00-27.00 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Media and AV Technology Coordinator serves as a technical specialist for all audio, visual, and media technology operations within the Student Center. In addition, serves as a key member of the operations team within the Student Center to assist with building oversight, event set-ups and programmatic features. This position supports a wide range of events and activities—including meetings, performances, lectures, conferences, and student organization events—by managing, maintaining, and operating the Student Center's AV systems. The coordinator works closely with campus departments and student organizations to ensure professional, reliable, and innovative technology and set-up support for events and daily operations. Support signature divisional programs such as Orientation, Mammoth Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Campus Parties, Homecoming, Spring concert, Commencement, and other large-scale events.

Position:

2 pm-10 pm with a flexible work schedule to accommodate night and weekend programming.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities Event Support and Operations:

• Coordinate and execute AV and media technology needs for events held in the Student Center and within Student Affairs campus spaces.
• Provide on-site technical support during events, including setup, operation, troubleshooting, and breakdown of the event
• Ensure high-quality sound, lighting, and visual presentations for programs ranging from small meetings to large-scale campus events.
• Collaborate with the Program and Building Director to assess technology needs and develop appropriate technical plans.

Equipment Maintenance and Management:

• Maintain, inventory, and ensure the proper functioning of AV and media equipment (e.g., projectors, sound systems, microphones, lighting, streaming devices, digital signage).
• Oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of AV systems and infrastructure.
• Research and recommend new technologies and equipment to enhance the Student Center's capabilities.
• Develop and deliver training materials for staff and student users on AV system operation and best practices.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, customer service, and technical excellence among student employees.

Administrative and Collaborative Responsibilities:

• Manage scheduling and logistics for AV support requests using event management software.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and vendor coordination related to AV technology and maintenance.
• Collaborate with IT, Facilities, and Student Affairs staff to ensure technology integration and support across campus.
• Stay informed of emerging trends in media technology and higher education event management.

Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Media Technology, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. 2-4 years of experience in AV coordination, media services, or event technology support. Strong technical proficiency with AV systems, live sound, projection, and streaming platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams, OBS, or similar). Excellent organizational, troubleshooting, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support events. Successful completion of required background and reference checks Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Welcome to Amherst College! We are excited to share our current openings. You are invited to explore the opportunities available and we encourage you to apply for those that are aligned with your skills and experience. Thank you again for your interest in Amherst College Amherst College, one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, is located in Amherst, Massachusetts—a town of about 35,000 residents in the western part of the state. The college community includes around 1,800 students from 48 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 54 countries around the world, along with about 1,000 staff and faculty members. The scenic 1,000-acre campus features a 500-acre wildlife sanctuary and the Book and Plow Farm; three museums: Emily Dickinson Museum, Beneski Museum of Natural History , and Mead Art Museum; and multiple educational and cultural venues and resources through the Five College Consortium. Amherst College is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or the administration of its programs and activities based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Amherst College complies with all relevant state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. If you have any related inquiries, please contact the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Amherst College, P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Amherst College's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@amherst.edu. Click here for information about Title IX at Amherst.

Inquiries may be directed to:

Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator Amherst College 79 S Pleasant Street Suite 120 Amherst, MA 01002 crtixoffice@amherst.edu Amherst.edu/offices/title-ix