[Seasonal] Assistant AV & IT Technician

[Seasonal Assistant] AV & IT Support Technician

National Western | Denver, CO

About National Western

We are National Western—an organization rooted in more than 120 years of history and driven by a mission to strengthen American agriculture through education, youth development, and community connection. We are stewards of the Western way of life, grounded in the values of courage, pride, integrity, grit, and loyalty. Each January, we bring this mission to life through the legendary National Western Stock Show—one of the world’s premier Western lifestyle, rodeo and livestock entertainment events—welcoming hundreds of thousands of guests from across the globe. Beyond the Stock Show, we operate The Legacy, a world-class, year-round destination for events, experiences, and cultural connection in the heart of Denver. We are more than an event—we are a brand that lives at the intersection of heritage and culture, shaping how Western lifestyle shows up in the modern world.

Position Summary

The National Western Stock Show is seeking a motivated and technically curious individual to join our team as a Seasonal Assistant AV & IT Support Technician. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience and begin building a career in audiovisual technology, live events, broadcast, or information technology.

This position will begin in December 2026 and will primarily support the 2027 National Western Stock Show in January 2027, with the potential for additional seasonal or event-based work as needed.

The Seasonal Assistant AV & IT Support Technician will work alongside experienced IT and AV professionals to support event setups, live productions, audiovisual systems, computers, networking, livestreaming, and day-to-day technical operations across the National Western facilities.

This is an entry-level opportunity. Extensive professional AV or IT experience is not required. The ideal candidate has strong technical aptitude, enjoys figuring out how things work, learns quickly, stays calm when things go sideways, and is eager to gain real-world experience in a fast-paced event environment.

Reports to: Director of AV & IT

Duties and Responsibilities

Audiovisual and Live Event Support

• Assist with the setup, configuration, testing, operation, and teardown of audiovisual equipment and systems.
• Support live events, meetings, presentations, tradeshows, and productions throughout the National Western facilities.
• Assist with microphones, speakers, audio consoles, displays, projectors, LED walls, presentation systems, and other AV equipment.
• Prepare and troubleshoot computers used for presentations, playback, livestreaming, broadcast, and control systems.
• Assist with livestream and broadcast operations as directed by experienced AV staff.
• Assist with stage patching, cable runs, signal flow, and basic audio/video system connections.
• Help identify and troubleshoot basic audio, video, connectivity, and equipment issues during live events.
• Assist with event setup and strike, equipment transportation, cable management, and maintaining clean and organized work areas.
• Support the AV Manager, Director of IT and AV, and other members of the technical team as directed.

Information Technology Support

• Assist with the setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows and Mac computers.
• Support software installations, updates, peripheral devices, and basic workstation troubleshooting.
• Assist with basic network connectivity troubleshooting, including IP addressing, Wi-Fi, routers, and managed switches.
• Assist with basic Microsoft 365 and standard desktop application troubleshooting.
• Provide basic support for printers, displays, peripherals, and other technology used throughout the facility.
• Escalate complex IT and AV issues to the appropriate team member.
• Document issues, troubleshooting steps, and equipment needs as directed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Technical Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will have an interest in and some familiarity with one or more of the following:

• Basic audiovisual systems and live event technology.
• Windows and Mac operating systems.
• Basic computer hardware and troubleshooting.
• Networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, Wi-Fi, routers, and switches.
• Audio systems, audio consoles, microphones, and stage patching.
• Video systems, displays, projectors, LED walls, and presentation systems.
• Livestreaming, broadcast, or video production.
• Cable management and basic signal flow.
• Software installation, updates, and peripheral troubleshooting.
• Experience with the following is a plus, but not required:
• Q-SYS.
• Dante or Dante Controller.
• Shure Microflex Wireless systems.
• Audio, video, lighting, or broadcast software.
• Microsoft 365.
• Networking equipment or network troubleshooting.
• Concerts, corporate AV, theater, broadcast, houses of worship, school productions, or other live event environments.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong interest in audiovisual technology, information technology, live events, broadcast, or a related technical field.
• Be curious and eager to learn. You do not need to know everything; you need to be willing to learn how to figure things out.
• Be able to follow technical instructions and learn new technology.
• Possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Remain calm and focused in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.
• Communicate effectively with clients, event staff, vendors, crew members, and technical team members.
• Be dependable, self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Be comfortable taking direction while also showing initiative when appropriate.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing event and production needs.

Previous professional AV or IT experience is not required. Relevant education, certifications, personal projects, school productions, volunteer experience, internships, or hands-on experience with computers, AV equipment, live events, music production, streaming technology, networking, or similar technology may be considered valuable experience.

Work Schedule and Availability

• This is a seasonal, event-focused position beginning in November 2026 and primarily supporting the 2027 National Western Stock Show in January 2027.
• The work schedule will vary based on event and production requirements and may include:
• Early morning setup.
• Evening events and late-night teardown.
• Weekend work.
• Extended shifts during peak event periods.
• Flexible scheduling based on event needs.
• Candidates must be able to commit to working during the primary Stock Show event period, January 9th-24th 2027.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to:

• Lift, carry, and transport AV and IT equipment.
• Assist with the setup and teardown of equipment and event spaces.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and work on your feet for extended periods.

National Western Complex is a multi-purpose indoor and outdoor commercial and agricultural complex where dusty conditions and animals may exist. While performing the duties of this job, work is performed both indoors and outside in all weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, wind, and rain, on varied surfaces. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with large crowds.

Compensation and Benefits

• This is a seasonal, hourly position with a pay rate of $25/hr.
• Paid sick time is offered at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Seasonal Position: This is a temporary seasonal position for November - January with an anticipated end date of 01/24/2027. Employment may end earlier or be extended based on operational needs.  

WSSA/NWSS is a drug & alcohol-free employer with a zero-tolerance drug policy, including marijuana.

WSSA/NWSS is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity

All offers are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check. Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply.

Job Posting Close Date: 10/30/2026; open until the position is filled.