Video Conference Technician (m/f/d) 80%-100%
ETH Zürich
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:04 November 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Zürich
Video Conference Technician (m/f/d)
80%-100%, Zurich, permanent
To support research and teaching, the IT Services of ETH Zurich operate as a service organization in a large and complex IT environment. We offer the members of ETH Zurich high-quality, flexible, and scalable IT services and thus support them in competing with the best universities in the world.
Our Multimedia Technologies group is responsible for AV technical support for teaching. For this purpose, we develop, implement, and maintain the necessary infrastructure in the lecture halls and seminar rooms of ETH Zurich and operate the services built on it.
As of January 1, 2026 or by agreement, we are looking to strengthen our team with a Video Conference Technician (m/f/d).
Job Description
As part of our video conference team, you independently manage hybrid and fully virtual video conferences. You provide users with smooth technical service both in the video conference rooms equipped for this purpose and in mobile event environments. Thanks to your experience as an event technician, you make the right preliminary clarifications, plan, and implement the conferences at a technically high level. For this, you also take appointments at off-peak times and offer temporal flexibility within the team.
Your competent customer support before, during, and after the event allows users to focus on the content aspects of their video conference. With your calm manner, you create a positive atmosphere that knows how to absorb nervousness and uncertainty on the part of users. Even under time pressure, you professionally ensure consistently high service quality.
Organizationally, you will take over the deployment coordination of internal team members and freelancers in the medium term. In addition to scheduling and handling tickets, you actively communicate with users, clarify their organizational and technical requirements, and prepare briefings for the team. As an organizational talent, you enjoy collaboration and communication.
You actively and innovatively participate in the further development of the video conference service and also take on smaller projects for this purpose. Furthermore, you are interested in other topics in the field of audio-video technology. Your involvement in planning, testing, implementation, training, and documentation of technical innovations keeps you up to date. For occasional support in audio-video support in our teaching rooms, you bring willingness and acquire the necessary technical skills.
Profile
- Several years of productive experience as an audio-video technician in the field of video conferences and events
- Solid knowledge and routine in event sound technology
- Knowledge of common audio and video signal technology, AVoverIP technologies are an advantage
- Strong analytical-technical thinking, even under time pressure, for systematic troubleshooting of technical problems
- Professional interaction with users, even in demanding event situations
- Clearly structured expression for reliable, complete, and forward-looking scheduling and order coordination
- High degree of independence and personal responsibility, pronounced customer and service orientation
- Communicative, proactive team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and benefiting from the experiences of colleagues
- Joy and motivation to stay technologically and experimentally at the forefront of development
- Good oral and written communication skills in German and English
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
Your profession with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.
Working in the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich - an inspiring, international, and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and sustainability at ETH Zurich.
In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability, and mutual respect form the foundation of our collaboration. We offer not only security but also diverse development opportunities. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives for you.
- Use various benefits for employees such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, ASVZ sports offers, childcare, etc.
- Benefit from attractive pension benefits .
Diversity and sustainability are important to us
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to your online application with the following documents:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Work certificates & diplomas
- List of your reference projects
Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or postal mail will not be considered.
Further information about the IT Services can be found on our website . For inquiries, Thomas Häusermann, Group Leader Multimedia Technologies, Tel. 044 632 60 52 or e-mail thomas.haeusermann@id.ethz.ch (no application documents), is happy to assist you.
The Terms and Conditions of ETH Zurich apply for personnel placement services.