Sound & Light Manager (Finance)

The Sound & Light Manager is a vital position dedicated to enhancing out-of-classroom experiences for students, fostering community engagement, and enriching the educational environment at the University of South Florida. Reporting to the Associate Director of Event Logistics & Student Development, this role oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of audio-visual, lighting, networking, and other technological systems within the MSC and adjacent spaces. The incumbent is responsible for supporting the overall vision and operational success of events, meetings, conferences, and signage applications.

In addition to technical responsibilities, the Sound & Light Manager supervises two full-time employees and oversees a team of 30 Sound & Light Student Technicians. The position emphasizes building collaborative partnerships both on and off campus with event planning and production teams, student staff, and relevant stakeholders. The Sound & Light Manager serves as a primary point of contact for the MSC, ensuring seamless execution of events and the optimal utilization of technological resources to enhance the university's community engagement and educational missionMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Audiovisual Technology, Event Management, Information Technology, Communications, or a related field with at least 4 years of experience in audiovisual production, event technology. 8 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant industry certifications (such as Crestron, CTS, or AVIXA), extensive experience in audiovisual production and event technology-particularly in higher education or large venues-and proven supervisory skills. Candidates should possess advanced knowledge of AV systems, networking, and digital signal processing, along with experience in event management software. Strong project management abilities, familiarity with campus operations, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, innovative approach to adopting new technologies are also highly valued.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

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• Develop and oversee the strategic vision, planning, and execution of technology and equipment within the MSC to support all meetings, events, and conferences held in the MSC and adjacent spaces. This includes managing Crestron systems, projectors, audio equipment, networking infrastructure, lighting, radios, and computer hardware to ensure seamless operational performance and enhanced event experiences.
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• Recruit, train, supervise, and manage the Daytime Sound & Light Supervisor, Night/Weekend Event Logistics AV Specialist, and Student Staff, ensuring adherence to professional standards and procedures. Oversee operational processes and implement improvements to deliver exceptional customer service. Respond promptly to urgent requests and concerns, effectively resolving client complaints to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
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• Cultivate strategic and collaborative partnerships with campus partners and clients to facilitate the planning and execution of events and large-scale conferences within the MSC. Serve as the primary point of contact for the MSC in liaising with the USF Information Technology Department, Campus Technology, and other relevant university departments to ensure seamless coordination and technical support.
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• Oversee the procurement and purchasing of all equipment related to Sound, Light, and Technology, ensuring timely acquisition of necessary resources. Manage event projects within the MSC, including renovations, upgrades, and remodeling of technological spaces, to maintain and enhance operational capabilities and support a high standard of event delivery.
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• Deliver exceptional customer service by responding promptly to client needs and inquiries. Conduct continuous assessments to identify opportunities for improvement, implementing strategies to enhance overall service quality and ensure a positive experience for all stakeholders.
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• Perform other duties as assigned.
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