Entertainment Technology Lab Technician

Position Details

Title:

Entertainment Technology Lab Technician.

Employment type:

Part Time.

Hours:

Up to 25 per week, Monday-Friday. Salary: $24–$26 hourly.

The Entertainment Technology Lab Manager is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and support of Entertainment Technology (ENTE) laboratories and related instructional technology used in ENTE program, Theatre program, Music program, and other courses with AV‑intensive instructional needs. This position ensures that ENTE facilities and equipment are safe, functional, and aligned with curricular objectives, and provides technical support to faculty, staff, and students for instructional activities.

• ENTE Lab & Equipment Management
• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of ENTE labs, instructional spaces, and performing arts spaces in the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center.
• Install, configure, test, maintain, and troubleshoot ENTE/AV equipment, including audio, video, lighting control, projection, streaming, recording, and digital media hardware and software.
• Maintain accurate inventory of ENTE/AV equipment, tools, software licenses, and consumables.
• Coordinate equipment check‑out/check‑in procedures, ensuring proper handling, storage, and security.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and coordinate vendor service as needed.
• Instructional & Technical Support
• Provide hands‑on technical support for Entertainment Technology and other AV‑heavy courses, including classroom instruction, labs, rehearsals, performances, recordings, and presentations.
• Assist faculty with setup, operation, and integration of ENTE/AV technologies into instruction and coursework.
• Support student learning by offering technical guidance, demonstrations, and troubleshooting during labs and projects.
• Assist with implementation of new technologies and instructional tools to support evolving curricular needs.
• Facility & Systems Support
• Support ENTE/AV systems in performance venues, classrooms, studios, and event spaces as assigned.
• Assist with setup, operation, and strike for departmental events, performances, workshops, and special programs as needed.
• Ensure ENTE labs and work spaces comply with safety standards, accessibility requirements, and institutional policies.
• Training & Supervision of Students
• Train and supervise student workers, lab assistants, or work‑study employees as applicable.
• Develop and maintain user documentation, equipment guides, safety procedures, and lab policies.
• Promote best practices in equipment use, care, and workflow.
• Planning, Coordination & Administration
• Collaborate with faculty, program & department leadership, IT, facilities, and other campus partners to support instructional and production needs.
• Assist with planning for equipment upgrades, replacements, and new lab initiatives; provide technical recommendations and cost estimates.
• Monitor usage patterns and recommend improvements to lab operations and resource allocation.
• Other Duties
• Stay current with emerging ENTE/AV, media, and instructional technologies relevant to higher education and entertainment technology.
• Assist with accreditation documentation, program reviews, or audits related to facilities and technical resources as requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of departmental and institutional goals.

• Experience in Audio‑Visual Technology, Entertainment Technology, Media Production, Theatre Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience with professional or instructional AV systems and equipment.
• Working knowledge of audio, video, lighting, projection, and basic networking concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff in an instructional environment.

High School or equivalent.

• Effective communication, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of audiences including students, faculty, staff, and administration.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
• Ability to maintain strict…