Audio-Visual Specialist

Folger Shakespeare Library, located on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, is seeking a skilled Audio-Visual Specialist to join a dynamic and engaging Production team for the Programming and Performance division. This position reports to the Production Manager and when assigned to an Exhibition project will report to the Director of Exhibitions. The AV Specialist will work closely with other Folger staff to resource and support the creation, maintenance, and running of audio and video aspects for all Folger Programming including theatre productions, concerts, poetry readings, humanities lectures and conversations, as well as supporting special events and exhibitions in our new spaces when the Folger reopens in 2023 at the conclusion of its multi-year renovation.

The AV Specialist must have strong technical skills, work well under short time constraints, and be able to pivot easily from one task or idea to another. The candidate should exhibit leadership and independence with a full understanding of the various aspects of performance technology and how to incorporate these technologies into a cultural institution.

Successful candidates are experienced in all areas of audio-video design and operation, equipment and software installation, and equipment and software maintenance. They should also have an in-depth knowledge of DMV vendors and practices. Candidates should have skills and experience applicable to a variety of projects including installations and exhibitions, performances, multi-person discussions, special events, institutional meetings, both in person and virtual events.