Audio-Visual Technician | Part-Time | Bismarck Event Center

Audio-Visual Technician | Part-Time | Bismarck Event Center

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

The Audio-Visual Technician at Bismarck Event Center strives to provide excellent guest service by setting up audiovisual equipment as directed. The Audio-Visual Technician will also set up and strike various audiovisual equipment and components for events. The role acts as a dedicated Audio-Visual Technician for events when needed, operating multiple components, including lights, mixer board, slides, and videos.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $19.00 - $25.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until August 21, 2026.

• Install and configure A/V equipment such as microphones, speakers, projectors, video monitors, cameras, and lighting systems for concerts, conferences, and corporate events.
• Assist Event Managers with event needs and changes as requested.
• Setup audiovisual and catering equipment as directed.
• Regular inspection of the facility for damage and overall cleanliness.
• Set up and strike various audiovisual equipment and components for events.
• Operate and troubleshoot audiovisual equipment prior to and during scheduled events.
• Meet and greet presenters prior to event start.
• Act as a dedicated Audiovisual Technician for events when needed, operating multiple components including lights, mixer boards, slides, and videos.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs of audiovisual equipment.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and consumables.
• Pre- and post-events and rehearsals with clients, presenters, and event managers.
• Guidance on equipment lifecycle, purchases, and projects as needed.

• Minimum 3-4 years of related experience in audio/visual and event operations support in a public assembly venue.
• Proficient in the use of personal computer software, including Microsoft Office applications, event management software, and Internet proficiency.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field is required.
• Must be willing to work extended, often irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by events.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service, listening, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• Experience with specialized training in the technical services area is a must.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic tools and methods to set up and strike various items, including tables, chairs, and stages.
• Must be able to read and interpret plan drawings in conjunction with written guidelines to achieve various setup needs.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.