Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology is hiring: Video and Event Production Engineer
Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, US, 14600
Job Summary RIT is hiring a skilled Video and Event Production Engineer to join our University Production Services team. This role combines hands‑on event production with technical expertise in audio/video systems and IT‑based workflows. You will support live and streaming events, maintain AV infrastructure, and mentor student staff in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Engineer in Charge or support engineer for live and streaming events, overseeing planning, setup, operation, and tear‑down.
Administer and maintain AV/IT systems, including production storage, streaming platforms, archiving systems, and real‑time media transport.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly to ensure seamless event delivery.
Supervise and mentor student engineers, assistants, and co‑op staff.
Collaborate with campus partners and external vendors to design and implement AV solutions.
Recommend and implement upgrades to production equipment and workflows.
Required Qualifications
Education/Experience: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience; 3+ years in TV or AV technical event management; 3+ years maintaining and supporting AV and production equipment.
Technical Skills: Knowledge of AV signal processing systems; Experience with SMPTE 2110, Dante, AES67; Familiarity with networked AV systems and IT infrastructure.
Strong problem‑solving, communication, and project management skills.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in ME/EE/CE/IT/Television Production preferred.
Experience with real‑time captioning, studio lighting, and multi‑camera production.
Familiarity with Adobe, Avid, and Apple editing environments.
Project management experience.
Employment Category
Full‑time
Salary
Wage Band: $45,700 – $76,500 per year
How to Apply
Submit your application at http://careers.rit.edu/staff.
Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion.
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