Reports to: Vice President, Outreach and Special Events
Staff reporting to this position: None
Department: Communications
Position classification: Exempt, full time; Union - Level 4
Minimum compensation: $60,000
Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress is seeking an Events Technician to join the Events team and support the technical production of American Progress’ hybrid (in-person and virtual) events and the technical management of the organization’s events center, associated spaces, and audiovisual systems. The Events Technician will interact with internal and external stakeholders and must be able to work well under pressure and multitask effectively. Hands-on experience in hybrid event production is required.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Events team with the technical production of virtual and in-person public and private events.
- Manage and maintain all audiovisual equipment in American Progress’ events center, conference rooms, and radio and video studios.
- Maintain equipment and troubleshoot equipment problems.
- Maintain appropriate records and inventory of equipment.
- Operate production equipment, including audio consoles, video switchers, pan-tilt-zoom cameras, and wireless microphones.
- Help advise and train internal and external stakeholders on technical capabilities for virtual and in-person events in American Progress’ events space and conference rooms.
- Instruct users in basic operation of equipment.
- Assist in the cohesive coordination of internal efforts among the Information Technology Services team, Video team, and Communications department and provide technical guidance for virtual and in-person event production.
- Troubleshoot and manage technical issues during events and provide feedback for prevention.
- Assist in planning in-person, virtual, and hybrid events as necessary.
- Assist in planning technical uses of all conference rooms and event spaces.
- Keep up to date on industry best practices and suggest improvements as necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
- Three to five years of professional experience, preferably in event technology, technical production, technical theater, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of in-person and virtual event audio, video, and lighting technology.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and problem solve under pressure.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical topics to a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Solid understanding of virtual event platforms—such as Zoom, Hopin, and GoTo Webinar—and virtual event production.
- Experience working with nonprofit, political advocacy, or 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations is a plus.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 union and has a minimum salary of $60,000.
We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page.