Job Description

Event Production Specialist

KeenLogic is seeking an Event Production Specialist to support one of our government programs. This position provides direct audiovisual (AV) and broadcast production support for high-visibility events. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in live event production, broadcast operations, and high-level government or media environments.

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Washington, D.C., with core hours from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (two shifts), Monday–Friday, and additional hours based on event schedules. KeenLogic offers Fortune 500-level benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, 401(k), and life insurance.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of active interim security clearance and ability to obtain/maintain active TS/SCI clearance.

• 5+ years’ experience in AV and/or television broadcast operations.

• 2+ years of experience with installation, operation, and troubleshooting of broadcast-quality audio and video recording systems.

• 2+ years of experience managing setup, operation, and recovery of broadcast systems, including lighting, sound, teleprompter operations, and on-stage announcing.

• Proven experience working in secure, high-tempo, or government event environments preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct AV and broadcast support

• Set up and operate sound reinforcement systems, lighting, teleprompters, and video recording equipment for live and recorded events.

• Deliver audio and video feeds to national and international media, ensuring professional broadcast quality and redundancy.

• Support a wide range of events including State Visits, joint press conferences, town halls, official ceremonies, and public service announcements.

• Record both on-the-record and off-the-record events for archival purposes, ensuring all content is cataloged accurately for the acrhives.

• Perform live event audio mixing, lighting design, and post-event recovery, ensuring operational readiness for subsequent productions.

• Operate and maintain government-owned broadcast and AV systems, adhering to all technical and security protocols.

• Serve as a qualified teleprompter operator for live and direct-to-camera events.

• Assist with planning, development, and modernization of AV systems, including testing and implementation of new broadcast technologies.

• Provide exceptional customer service to staff and media personnel while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure environments.

• Maintain a two-hour surge response capability for short-notice events, including Federal Holidays and weekends as required.