Production Services Coodinator

East Carolina University

$39,000 - $66,234

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Sep 23, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title	Production Services Coodinator
Position Number	921304
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Time-Limited	No
Department Homepage	studentlife.ecu.edu
Advertising Department	STUDENT LIFE
Division	Student Affairs
Classification Title	13551 Arts Production Specialist
Competency Level	3 - Advanced
Working Title	Production Services Coordinator
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	1.0
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Recruitment Range	$39,000 - $66,234
Anticipated Hiring Range	$53,703 - $59,670
Salary Grade Equivalency	NC09
Work Schedule	M-F normal schedule; also required to work some nights and weekends per the event schedule
Work Hours	8am-5pm normal schedule; will also required to work some nights and weekends per the event schedule
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Job Category	Staff - Professional
Organizational Unit Overview	The Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement.
Job Duties	The Production Services Coordinator for Wright Auditorium is responsible for overseeing the daily technical operations of the auditorium, including audio, lighting, staging, and video production. This position provides leadership and direction to the student production team, ensuring high-quality technical support for concerts, lectures, performances, and university events hosted in the venue. Additionally, this role collaborates with the CRO Director on strategic initiatives to enhance production services and operational efficiency. Technical Expertise & Operations Management Oversee and assist with technical setups, including sound, lighting, and AV systems. Interpret and execute technical riders to ensure professional event production. Develop and implement policies for equipment maintenance, repairs, and inventory management. Ensure compliance with university-wide safety standards for all production operations. Research and recommend technology upgrades and industry best practices for continuous improvement. Team Leadership & Supervision Directly supervise Production Services staff and overseeing training, scheduling, and performance. Lead a team of student technicians, ensuring proper training in technical skills and safety procedures. Develop leadership opportunities and mentorship programs for student staff. Maintain payroll records and approve timesheets for production services personnel. Foster a collaborative, professional work environment that supports student development. Event Coordination & Execution Ensure all event setups, rehearsals, and breakdowns are executed efficiently and according to event needs. Provide high-level oversight of technical event production, assisting as needed with major events. Collaborate with internal departments, external clients, and vendors to meet technical requirements. Attend event planning meetings to review technical needs and ensure seamless coordination Strategic Collaboration & Planning Partner with the CRO Director on long-term strategic planning for production services. Contribute to budget planning and resource allocation for production equipment and staffing. Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and elevate production quality. Develop initiatives to advance the use of emerging technology in event production.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor's degree, preferably in theatre arts, and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation	None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Experience interpreting and executing technical riders associated with entertainment contracts. Experience with audio, lighting, and video production, including setup, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. Experience working with and using sound and stage lighting equipment, including soundboards, lighting consoles, stage lights, and executing stage light plots per technical riders. Experience with digital signage or digital video board, and knowledgeable in supporting software
License or Certification required by the Department	None
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date	09/23/2025
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.	10/02/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/89254
Alternate option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
Nondiscrimination Statement	East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.