Audio Visual (AV) Assistant
Larbey Evans is partnering with top UK law firm to recruit an experienced AV Assistant, responsible for providing technical support for the setup, operation, and maintenance of AV equipment for meetings, conferences, presentations, and events.
1. To £36,000
2. Full-time (Monday-Friday) shift rotation of 08:00-16:00 and 10:00-18:00
3. Friendly and collaborative culture and working environment and excellent benefits.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical aptitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve AV issues in a fast-paced environment.
AV Assistant Responsibilities:
4. Assist with the setup, operation, and breakdown of AV equipment (screens, microphones, sound systems, lighting, etc.) for events and meetings.
5. Ensure proper connection of all AV components, including video and audio sources, displays, and amplification systems.
6. Test AV equipment thoroughly before events to ensure everything works as intended (sound checks, video playback, etc.)
7. Identify and resolve any technical issues that may arise during an event.
8. Provide on-the-spot troubleshooting and immediate fixes for sound, video, or lighting problems.
9. Regularly inspect and maintain AV equipment to ensure functionality and cleanliness.
10. Keep an accurate inventory of AV equipment and accessories.
11. Report any technical issues or necessary repairs to the AV Manager
12. Provide technical support to presenters, event organisers, and staff.
13. Assist in training staff and users on basic operation of AV equipment as needed.
14. Collaborate with other departments to ensure AV needs are met for events.
15. Maintain records of equipment setups, configurations, and technical issues.
16. Assist with AV-related documentation, including equipment manuals, procedures, and setup guides.
AV Assistant Skills & Requirements:
17. Proficiency with AV equipment, including screens, microphones, cameras, sound systems, video conferencing tools, and lighting.
18. Familiarity with AV control systems (e.g., Crestron, Extron) and video conferencing platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams & Zoom).
19. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to AV equipment.
20. Basic knowledge and understanding of Microsoft 365 systems.