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Title: Audio Visual Technician Location: Midtown Org Unit: Event Services Work Days: Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $33.12 - $37.71 *As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices Position Summary Under general direction, provides A/V and event coordination support for all centrally supported classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms Job Responsibilities Provides A/V event support for all centrally supported college classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms. Coordinates on-site events, including the distribution, set-up, operation, and return of multi-media equipment. Also provides support for events with outside service providers. Implements audiovisual capture, editing, processing, and distribution for e-learning portion of designated events. Utilizes various hardware and software to prepare e-learning materials for live or on-demand presentations. Performs post production as needed. Provides video audio editing and video audio duplication in multiple formats. Identifies equipment and functional problems. Provides routine equipment maintenance and escalates more complex cases to supervisor. Maintains records and archives of all materials and communication. Answers phones, responds to inquiries and triages calls to appropriate personnel. Education High School Diploma Experience Approximately 2 years of experience in providing A/V support Relevant educational background can be substituted for experience. Knowledge of computer network operations is desired. Excellent problem solving skills and prepared last minute solutions to real time issues is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to provide good customer service by anticipating client needs, being attentive during events, and by executing an appropriate contingency plan in case of emergency. Computer skills in Mac OS X, Windows, and Microsoft Office. Ability to set up standard AV equipment. Licenses and Certifications Working Conditions/Physical Demands This position requires full mobility and the ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds; Position requires videotaping of lessons or procedures occasionally in gross anatomy involving cadavers and working within patient care areas; Ability to work off-hours and weekends for events, as well as travel between office locations within NYC Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA). We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.