Events Technology Specialist

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Bowdoin College is hiring an Events Technology Specialist to assist faculty, staff, and students with on-campus events requiring audio-visual services and technical troubleshooting. This role involves setting up and operating equipment such as projectors, microphones, mixers, theatrical lights, video switchers, and cameras, as well as managing livestreams and recordings to ensure quality and ADA compliance while collaborating closely with internal and external clients.

Highlights

Set up and operate audio-visual equipment for on-campus events including projectors, microphones, mixers, theatrical lights, video switchers, and cameras.

Manage live camera shots, volume levels, livestream switching, and recording quality control ensuring ADA compliance.

Operate theatrical lighting boards for stage lighting cues and effects.

Work directly with internal and external clients to set up requested technologies and ensure client comfort before events.

Required knowledge of signal flow, audio and video systems, wireless microphones, RTMP streams, theatrical lighting, front of house audio mixing, and computer operation on both Mac and PC.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) and basic computer networks and systems.

1 to 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent knowledge in event technology.

Vocational or technical training plus excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and organizational skills.

Casual part-time position (approximately 19 hours per week) with flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Hourly pay range of $25 to $26 based on skills and experience; this position requires on-site work at Bowdoin College.

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Title	Events Technology Specialist
Posting Number	C00421JP
Department	Information Technology
Job Summary	Bowdoin College is seeking a Event Technology Specialist to assist faculty, staff and students with on-campus events that require audio-visual services and technical troubleshooting. The primary responsibilities include setting up and operating equipment for on campus events. These technologies include, but are not limited to, projectors, microphones, mixers, theatrical lights, video switchers and cameras. Since events are often livestreamed and/or recorded, the Event Technology Specialist will be responsible for: setting camera shots and volume levels switching and monitoring livestreams and/or recordings for quality control of video content and ADA compliance setting preexisting theatrical lights for stage wash or to operate lighting board to playback lighting cues. working directly with internal and external clients to ensure that requested technology is set up appropriately and the clients are comfortable with the technology prior to the event start time. The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $25 – $26 per hour. Compensation is based on skills and experience.
Education/Skills Requirements	Vocational or technical training Customer Service: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain professional relationships with internal and external clients Problem-solving: Ability to identify issues, generate solutions and make sound decisions Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapting to changes and managing multiple priorities Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents	1 to 3 years of relevant knowledge and/or experience Knowledge of and/or experience with signal flow, audio and video systems, including operation and troubleshooting, wireless microphone systems, and RTMP streams, as well as general theatrical lighting Knowledge of and/or experience with front of house audio mixing, navigating through settings on both Mac and PCs, and camera framing and shading Ability to run cables safely Proficiency in basic computer networks and systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours	This is a casual part-time, non-benefits eligible position, typically working 19 hours per week. Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling needs as this position is dependent on event schedules Occasional evening, weekends, or holidays as required Please note that this is an on-site role, and candidates must be able to work in person on Bowdoin College Campus in Brunswick, Maine. Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related). We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. #hpindeed
About Bowdoin	Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment Category	Casual
Benefits Eligible	No
Pay Type	Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements	Support Staff + MVR
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?	Yes
Posting Date	12/22/2025
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled	No
Type of Posting	Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants	If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information	Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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- Chronicle of Higher Education
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- Facebook
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- Google Search
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LinkedIn
- Twitter
- MANP
- Maine Job Link
- LiveandWorkinMaine.com
- Employee Referral
- Bowdoin College Website
- Radio Ad
- TechMaine
- NCAA
- CASE
- Other
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

Confidential arrangements will be made if you have a disability or require an accommodation in completing the application or in the interview process. Please notify Human Resources at (207) 725-3837 in advance so all necessary arrangements can be made confidentially.

Staff & Casual contact:
careers@bowdoin.edu

Faculty contact:
facultycareers@bowdoin.edu

(t)207-725-3837
216 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Bowdoin College is a member of the Diversity Hiring Coalition of Maine, and Live and Work in Maine.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

Posting Details

Title	Events Technology Specialist
Posting Number	C00421JP
Department	Information Technology
Job Summary	Bowdoin College is seeking a Event Technology Specialist to assist faculty, staff and students with on-campus events that require audio-visual services and technical troubleshooting. The primary responsibilities include setting up and operating equipment for on campus events. These technologies include, but are not limited to, projectors, microphones, mixers, theatrical lights, video switchers and cameras. Since events are often livestreamed and/or recorded, the Event Technology Specialist will be responsible for: setting camera shots and volume levels switching and monitoring livestreams and/or recordings for quality control of video content and ADA compliance setting preexisting theatrical lights for stage wash or to operate lighting board to playback lighting cues. working directly with internal and external clients to ensure that requested technology is set up appropriately and the clients are comfortable with the technology prior to the event start time. The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $25 – $26 per hour. Compensation is based on skills and experience.
Education/Skills Requirements	Vocational or technical training Customer Service: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain professional relationships with internal and external clients Problem-solving: Ability to identify issues, generate solutions and make sound decisions Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapting to changes and managing multiple priorities Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents	1 to 3 years of relevant knowledge and/or experience Knowledge of and/or experience with signal flow, audio and video systems, including operation and troubleshooting, wireless microphone systems, and RTMP streams, as well as general theatrical lighting Knowledge of and/or experience with front of house audio mixing, navigating through settings on both Mac and PCs, and camera framing and shading Ability to run cables safely Proficiency in basic computer networks and systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours	This is a casual part-time, non-benefits eligible position, typically working 19 hours per week. Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling needs as this position is dependent on event schedules Occasional evening, weekends, or holidays as required Please note that this is an on-site role, and candidates must be able to work in person on Bowdoin College Campus in Brunswick, Maine. Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related). We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. #hpindeed
About Bowdoin	Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment Category	Casual
Benefits Eligible	No
Pay Type	Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements	Support Staff + MVR
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?	Yes
Posting Date	12/22/2025
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled	No
Type of Posting	Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants	If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information	Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this position?
- Indeed.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Ed
- Facebook
- Glassdoor
- Google Search
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LinkedIn
- Twitter
- MANP
- Maine Job Link
- LiveandWorkinMaine.com
- Employee Referral
- Bowdoin College Website
- Radio Ad
- TechMaine
- NCAA
- CASE
- Other
If you answered Employee Referral or Other, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Staff & Casual contact:
careers@bowdoin.edu

Faculty contact:
facultycareers@bowdoin.edu

(t)207-725-3837
216 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Bowdoin College is a member of the Diversity Hiring Coalition of Maine, and Live and Work in Maine.

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