Event Production Specialist at Whitworth University – Spokane, Washington

This role is essential to creating high-quality event experiences by coordinating, setting up, and operating multimedia equipment, including audio, video, lighting, and staging for campus events. As the primary technical resource, this position ensures seamless event production by troubleshooting equipment issues, providing live event support, and collaborating closely with clients, students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, the role manages inventory, conducts maintenance, performs minor repairs, and ensures safety compliance across all technical aspects. The position also administers equipment fees for lost or damaged items, supporting effective resource stewardship for the department.
Event Production | 40%

• Evaluate, process, and coordinate the audio/visual, staging, and rigging needs of events.
• Provide production setup and operational support for campus events including streaming and recording.
• Design and layout staging, audio, and video aspects of events.
• Responsibility to setup and mix front-of-house and monitor feeds using a variety of boards and microphones.
• Provide day-of-event management of concert audio-visual systems including setting up and operating concert lighting systems and operating multi-channel digital soundboards.
• Process post-event production report.

Customer Service & Collaboration | 20%

• Ensure and provide the highest quality customer service to campus users, including third-party clients working closely with the events teams.
• Attend event planning production meetings.
• Assist other departments as needed to run the performances, rehearsals, and training of technical aspects of events.

Equipment Maintenance & Technical Support | 20%

• Provide institutional support in equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of problems as needed.
• Support special projects, including the research and integration of ongoing maintenance and the construction and installation of new scenic show elements.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of all rigging equipment specific to event production to operate and maintain mechanized and manual rigging equipment safely.

Safety & Compliance | 10%

• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation.
• Participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency procedure training.

Other | 10%

• Assist with special projects and department functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in a related audio/visual or technical theatre field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Whitworth considers candidates with a wide range of educational backgrounds. We value the skills and knowledge candidates bring to Whitworth, regardless of the paths they have taken to acquire them.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in audio-visual setup, event production, or related technical support role, preferably in a campus or event setting. Experience with operating and troubleshooting multimedia equipment, including audio, video, lighting, and staging, is required. Familiarity with safety protocols and equipment maintenance is strongly preferred..
• Willingness and availability to work nights and weekends and serve in an on-call capacity.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, with or without accommodation, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. Must be able to climb ladders, work on scaffolds, and operate a personal lift as needed.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Compliance with Whitworth’s campus vehicle policy.

Whitworth Values

• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
• Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities, and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.

Core Competencies
Mission: Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.
Technical Proficiency in Audio-Visual Systems: Skilled in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment to ensure high-quality event experiences.
Customer Service: Dedicated to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients, ensuring clear communication, responsiveness, and an overall positive event experience.
Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Ability to quickly identify and resolve technical issues during live events, minimizing disruptions and ensuring smooth operations.
Safety and Compliance Awareness: Knowledgeable of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and best practices, ensuring safe equipment usage and event setups.
Team Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues, departments, and clients, fostering a team environment to achieve event goals and ensure successful production outcomes.
Inventory Management and Resource Stewardship: Proficient in managing equipment inventory, overseeing repairs, and administering fees for lost or damaged items to maintain resource availability and accountability.
Schedule
Full-time (1.0 FTE) | 12 months | 40 hours per week

Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate.