Multimedia Electronics Technician / Event Technician, 60-80%
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:06 January 2026
- Workload:60 – 80%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
The ZHdK, one of Europe's largest art schools, hosts 2100 students. Join a vibrant community in Zurich with diverse opportunities.
Tasks
- Set up and dismantle media technology for exhibitions at the museum.
- Prepare media for playback on devices like BrightSign players.
- Monitor and control lighting, video, and audio during events.
Skills
- Completed training as a multimedia technician or event specialist.
- Extensive experience in museum and event technology.
- Strong knowledge in video and lighting technology.
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ZHdK is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe, with around 2100 bachelor and master students. The study and research areas include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theater, and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research, and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students' project works are publicly presented.
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The Technical & Event Services (TES) are the central service unit of ZHdK for events, specialist infrastructure, and AV technology.
As part of a succession arrangement, we are looking for an immediate or agreed upon start for a
Multimedia Electronics Technician / Event Technician, 60-80%
Your Tasks
- Responsible for the setup and dismantling of media technology at exhibitions in the Museum of Design
- Preparing media for playback on media players (e.g., BrightSign)
- Setup and dismantling of the ZHdK diploma exhibition
- Setup and dismantling of lighting, video, stage, and sound technology
- Monitoring and controlling lighting, video, and sound technology during events
- Locating and resolving technical malfunctions
- Performing technical maintenance work
Your Profile
- Completed vocational training as an event specialist EFZ or multimedia electronics technician
- Extensive professional experience in museum and event technology
- Solid expertise in video and lighting technology
- Reliable, precise, and practically proven working method
- Willingness to work flexible hours (3-4 evening shifts per month and occasional weekend shifts)
- Very good oral and written German and English skills
- Workdays Tuesday to Thursday are mandatory
What You Can Expect From Us
We offer you an interesting and challenging role in a lively and collegial environment at the Zurich Toni-Areal. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity. Our benefits are diverse. The employment conditions are based on the employment regulations of the Canton of Zurich.
Your Contacts for Further Information
Hans-Jürg Hofmann ( hans-juerg.hofmann@zhdk.ch ), Group Leader AVS Event Technology
Alessia Consorti ( alessia.consorti@zhdk.ch ), HR Business Partner
Additional information about the Zurich University of the Arts can be found at www.zhdk.ch .
Your complete application documents (including portfolio) are welcome until January 23, 2026 via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications (no email applications) for this position.
