AV Support Lead
About the role
The AV Systems Support Lead will be the go-to individual for supporting the agency’s video conferencing systems, presentations, events, and other audio/visual needs. This position is designed for a skilled, customer-focused, and detail-oriented professional who is committed to providing excellent service in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will be a proactive problem solver with excellent troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills. Experience working with executives and potentially high-profile guest speakers is required. This individual will be the main point of contact for all technical event management, rehearsals, and other administrative tasks necessary to ensure successful events.
Responsibilities
- Daily monitoring and maintenance of all AV equipment throughout the offices, including Webex codecs, cameras, microphones, speakers, matrix switchers, TVs, projectors, audio mixers, cables, adapters, etc.
- Ensure system software is kept up to date.
- Be prepared for and available to provide immediate support for all client meetings, conferences, and presentations.
- Assist with scheduling all-agency Webex meetings in coordination with Executive Assistants.
- Test meetings in advance with hosts and presenters.
- Ensure all equipment used during events (e.g., laptops, external drives, remote controls) is ready and available.
- Set up and test equipment in preparation for special events such as guest speakers and musical performances.
- Maintain a basic understanding of and experience with event and presentation recording, both via software and physical equipment (e.g., recording via iPhone or iPad).
- Coordinate with Security and other teams, when requested, to facilitate video or audio recordings for events.
- Keep digital signage throughout the office current with the latest reels and event calendars.
- Stay informed of new software releases and notify the agency of new features, UI changes, bugs, and emerging issues.
- Create and distribute “how-to” guides and other documentation for IT staff and end users, ensuring materials are kept current.
- Host workshops and individual check-ins to train users on basic equipment operation and best practices; schedule periodic refresher sessions for the agency.
- Regularly meet with the executive team to gather feedback on the AV experience and provide updates on new developments.
- Keep key stakeholders informed of any known issues with meeting room equipment and provide contingency plans as needed.
- Facilitate third-party vendor support for advanced troubleshooting or repairs.
- Coordinate with vendors on the installation and integration of new equipment to maximize visual and audio quality, considering accessibility and environmental factors that may affect performance and reliability.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of hands‑on experience supporting video conferencing and AV systems in a professional environment.
- Strong knowledge of AV signal flow, protocols, video bridging, gateways, and platforms such as Webex and Microsoft Teams.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including:
- Firewalls and content filtering
- Routing and switching
- VLANs, VPNs
- Wireless standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
- Proven experience providing end‑user technical support, including executive‑level stakeholders.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
- Excellent organization, time management, follow‑through, and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CCNA, CCNP, CWNA).
- Experience working with IT service and project management tools (ServiceNow and/or Jira).
- Familiarity with safety precautions related to AV and IT environments.
- Experience working in:
- Highly secure environments
- Compliance‑oriented organizations
- General understanding of data protection and information security principles.
Benefits
One of our primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
- Healthcare Options
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k