Audio Visual (AV) Event Specialist

40 Hours | Flexible schedule to meet department needs to include evenings and weekends.

The AV Event Specialist is responsible for the setup, operation, and teardown of audiovisual equipment for campus events, meetings, and special programs at MCC. This position also supports occasional audiovisual setup in classrooms. The AV Event Specialist ensures high-quality presentation support with audio, video, and lighting. This service-oriented and technically-savvy role collaborates with colleagues in Conference and Event Services, as well as with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and external partners/clients, to deliver responsive, reliable, and professional AV services.

• Set up, operate, and tear down audiovisual equipment for events such as lectures, performances, conferences, meetings, fundraisers, commencement, and live or remote events.
• Operate sound systems, microphones, mixing consoles, projectors, LED displays, lighting systems, cameras, and streaming/recording equipment.
• Provide real-time, immediate live event support, including audio mixing, video switching, lighting control, and troubleshooting during events.
• Support hybrid and virtual events using video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
• Coordinate with team members and event contacts to assess AV needs and ensure technical requirements are met.
• Work with IT to maintain, inventory, test, and perform basic repairs on AV equipment.
• Research event technology advancements and make recommendations for any upgrades and enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., assistive listening devices, captioning coordination).
• Assist with classroom technology support as needed, including smart classrooms and lecture capture systems.
• Maintain documentation, event schedules, and equipment usage records.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices when handling equipment and cabling.
• Provide excellent customer service to campus and community users.
• Work collaboratively with others (e.g. colleagues, clients, vendors) to accomplish functions and responsibilities.
• Assume additional duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Experience supporting live events and operating professional AV equipment

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in a higher education or community college environment
• Bilingual communication and writing skills in Spanish
• Knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements related to AV and events
• Project management experience
  
  

• Knowledge of project management tools and resources
• Thorough knowledge of audiovisual technology, especially in a special events setting
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues under time-sensitive conditions
• Strong service mindset
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong decision-making skills
• Self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to quickly learn technological applications
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and customer resource management software/platforms
• Commitment to the College mission, vision, values, and goals
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion
• Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work on elevated platforms when needed

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in any aspect of the hiring process, contact Human Resources at AskHR@mchenry.edu.