Job Title: Production Technician

Department: Public Experience & Desk Service

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Hiring Range: $21.68 - $25.11/hr ($45,095 - $52,219/yr)

Union Position: Yes

Benefits: Yes

Hours: Full-time, including evening and weekend hours

Opens: September 23, 2026

Closing: at 8pm on October 7, 2026

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Production Lead, the Production Technician provides support for technology-intensive live events held by the Library in addition to producing content in pursuit of AADL’s strategic goals and initiatives. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following; other duties as assigned:

• Communicates with event and content producers to determine needs of technically complex events; works to ensure a successful, professional experience for our audience. 
• Sets up and configures audio, video, lighting, staging and seating systems.
• Troubleshoots and monitors presentation and/or recording equipment.
• Provides continuity in production processes.
• Accommodates last minute changes based on the needs of assigned productions.
• Records audio and video for live and scripted AADL productions.
• Performs post-production of recorded and archival content.
• Assists in maintaining files and digital databases to be used in Library publications and promotions.
• Works with Production and IT staff members to maintain and update AADL’s event and production equipment.
• Required to be on site for all work.
• Maintains a prompt and reliable attendance record.

Minimum Qualifications include:

• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to three years of experience providing direct customer service; strong public service commitment and positive attitude.
• Familiarity with web-based video conferencing technologies.
• Basic understanding of networking and directory structures. 
• Familiarity with production hardware and software - including live audio mixing and video post-production.
• Strong organizational skills – attention to detail, time management.
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on regular email communication.
• Ability to work in stressful, one-on-one situations, often involving a demanding public in a busy urban setting.
• Ability to balance staffing events while working on longer term projects.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision as well being a high functioning part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Successful experience over a significant period of time providing direct customer service in a public library setting.
• Significant experience with live AV production and video capture.
• Knowledge of array and cloud-based data storage.
• Content portfolio available for review.