Event Media Specialist
Company:
State University of New York at Cortland
Job Location:
Cortland, New York
Category:
Conference and Events Administration
Type:
Full-Time
Salary Range: $55,200-$61,200 (Depending on Experience)
Salary Determination
Starting salary rates are based on multiples factors which may include the position's major responsibilities, the applicant's background including education, work experience, and key competencies, the university's strategic priorities, internal peer equity and external market analyses, applicable federal, state, and local laws and negotiated labor contracts.
Is this a temporary position?
NoPosition Summary
The Event Media Specialist provides media support for campus events, ensuring that all audio, video, and presentation technology functions properly. The Event Media Specialist serves as the technical advisor for all events supported by the Campus Event Management Office and collaborates with event stakeholders to recommend solutions and best practices for both in-person and online livestreamed events. This role is responsible for fulfilling various operational duties based on the specific requirements of each event.
The annual salary for this position is $55,200-$61,200 (Depending on Experience)
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The annual salary for this position is $55,200-$61,200 (Depending on Experience)
Watch to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://vimeo.com/1038936490
What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?
- Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
- Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
- SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university's state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland's Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor's approval.
- Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
- Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region's offerings
Major Responsibilities
Event Production
- Manage media production for events hosted or supported by the Campus Event Management Office, including high-profile and presidentially hosted events
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders to plan and execute engaging and inclusive events
- Support event logistics, including setup, communication, on-site coordination, and post-event breakdown for internal and external events
- Coordinate technical aspects of University ceremonial events, including those hosted by the President's Office, conferences, and orientations
- Produce livestreams across various platforms by setting up and testing equipment, managing live feeds, and monitoring performance for optimal operation
Technical Support & Operations
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot media production equipment, including microphones, projectors, sound systems, and video conferencing tools
- Train faculty, staff, and guest presenters on the use of event technology
- Conduct pre-event testing of A/V systems and monitor live events to address technical issues
- Assist with the installation, maintenance, and inventory management of A/V equipment in campus event spaces
- Research and recommend appropriate event platforms, including streaming services for hybrid and virtual events
- Provide post-event support, including recording retrieval, system shutdown, and troubleshooting reports
- Control and maintain an inventory of technical equipment and supplies for the Campus Event Management Office that can be used for events
- Assist with classroom technology support when event-related activities do not require attention
Communication & Training
- Guide event organizers, campus departments, and presenters on technology requirements and best practices for their events
- Maintain strong working relationships with Campus Event Management staff to enhance services and ensure proper equipment availability
- Develop and implement usage policies, procedures, and troubleshooting guides for event technology
- Recruit, supervise, and evaluate student event assistants
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
- Reports to the Associate Director of Campus Technology Services, Media Services
- This position has an indirect reporting relationship to the Director of Campus Event Management with a priority focus on supporting the needs of the Campus Event Management office.
- Supervises student event assistants
- Works closely with other departments throughout the campus
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in audio-visual support/event production OR Associate's degree and three years of experience in audio-visual support/event production
- Experience setting up and troubleshooting microphones, projectors, audio-mixer boards
- Experience with event livestreaming systems and virtual meeting software
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours
- Valid drivers license
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in a related field (Media Production, Information Technology, or Communications)
- Experience planning and executing complex events
- Experience with event support or technical support in a higher education setting
- Experience hosting virtual and hybrid meetings and events
- Experience with digital content creation and social media platforms
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of A/V technology, including sound systems, video projection, and digital media equipment
- Knowledge of video streaming platforms and virtual meeting software
- Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to provide leadership for both professional and student employees
About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money List," fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.
EEO Statement
The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.
Posting Number: S23323
Review Start Date: 05/29/2025
