Event Technician (gn)

Your tasks

We are looking for an Event Technician (gn), full-time.

To strengthen our Campus Operations Team, we are looking for a committed candidate who will provide technical, organisational and operational support for our events, thereby playing a key role in ensuring a professional event experience.

• Support the delivery of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events
• Operate and manage audio, video, conferencing, and presentation systems
• Set up, configure, test, and dismantle event spaces and technical equipment
• Provide technical support to speakers, guests, and event organizers before and during events
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a fast-paced live event environment
• Coordinate technical requirements with internal stakeholders and external service providers
• Support rehearsals, technical run-throughs, and event-day operations
• Maintain, test, and ensure the readiness of AV and event technology equipment
• Assist with venue setup, furniture moves, and other operational event support activities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of event technology, infrastructure, and service standards

Requirements

• Completed vocational training or equivalent professional experience in event technology, media technology, AV systems, or a related field
• Proven experience supporting live events from a technical perspective
• Strong knowledge of audio, video, lighting, streaming, and video conferencing technologies
• Experience with professional AV platforms such as Crestron, Q-SYS, Dante, Extron, Shure, Biamp, or comparable systems
• Hands-on approach with the willingness to actively support event operations on site
• Good technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance technical requirements with customer and operational needs
• Strong service orientation and customer focus
• Reliable, structured, and self-motivated working style
• Physical ability to support event setup, equipment handling, and room reconfigurations
• Ability to remain calm and organized under pressure
• Strong communication skills, team spirit, and a pragmatic mindset
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken
• Flexibility to occasionally work early mornings, evenings, or limited weekend hours when required by events

What we offer

• 30 days paid holidays per year
• Company Bicycle Plan
• Fitness membership (EGYM Wellpass)
• Flexible Working Hours
• Good Traffic Connections
• International and diverse work environment
• Commuter Ticket

How to apply

Please submit your application including an up-to-date CV, a one-page cover letter, and relevant certificates/references by using the Apply button below. The deadline for full consideration is 03 November 2026.

Please contact Carsten Rabe, Director Campus Operations & Facility Management, for further information about the position.

Other

The contract shall commence on 15 January 2027 and is permanent.

Hertie School gGmbH Friedrichstraße 180 10117 Berlin http://www.hertie-school.org