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AV & Event Production Assistant
Company | Y Combinator |
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Location | San Francisco, CA, USA |
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Salary | $150000 – $165000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | |
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Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in event support, AV/technical operations, or creative production roles.
- Hands-on experience with video editing and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
- Comfort with event tech setups, including microphones, video switchers, lighting rigs, and streaming gear.
- Calm under pressure, with the ability to troubleshoot tech issues quickly and clearly.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with tools like OBS, Zoom, or Restream for livestream production.
- Passion for events, storytelling, and making things work smoothly behind the curtain.
- Interest in startups, community, or content-led organizations.
Responsibilities
- Assist with setup, testing, and operation of audio-visual equipment for live and virtual events (projectors, mics, mixers, cameras, etc.).
- Provide technical support during events, troubleshooting sound, lighting, and streaming issues in real time.
- Support event logistics, including venue setup, vendor coordination, and production crew assistance.
- Help prepare and maintain run-of-show documents and event toolkits.
- Edit and deliver post-event content such as highlight reels, interviews, and recap videos.
- Organize and manage footage, B-roll, and production assets.
- Apply basic post-production techniques (color correction, sound leveling, adding intros/outros).
- Support video exports and optimizations for various platforms (YouTube, internal channels, social).
- Maintain AV equipment inventory, perform gear check-ins/outs, and assist with tech upgrades.
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in startups, community, or content-led organizations.