HIRING A/V Manager 2025 (PT Contract)

A/V Manager for Minted SF 2025

Position: Part-Time / Contract (Weekly Event Series)
Contract: July 4, 2025 – September 19, 2025 (with potential to extend). Must be available for all dates.
Location: Mint Plaza, San Francisco, CA
Reports to: Event Producer & Production Manager in collaboration with Music Curator
Compensation: $40 per hour (including weekly meeting times)

About Make It Mariko

Make It Mariko is an award-winning creative events agency based in San Francisco, proudly led by women of color. We curate magical, meaningful experiences designed to inspire, uplift, and connect communities.

We are committed to curating creative, inclusive, and diverse spaces in the events industry to challenge the status quo and pave the way for a new generation of event experience curators. Our company was founded in 2015 by veteran Event Producer and former Google X Head of Marketing Events, Gina Mariko Rosales.

We do Experience Design, Planning & Production for:

Brand Activations & Launch Campaigns
Corporate & Community Conferences
Corporate Leadership Summits
Community Festivals (like UNDISCOVERED SF, our flagship event)
Special Events (Holiday Parties, Milestone Birthdays, etc)
Social Impact Events

Through our sister company, Weddings In Color, we also curate wedding experiences. Learn more about our company values and hear our origin store here: www.makeitmariko.com/about.

About the Role

Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced, reliable A/V Manager to lead all aspects of sound and stage setup, breakdown, and live audio management for an exciting NEW weekly event series featuring DJs & live music in San Francisco.

This is a hands-on role for someone who loves live events, is meticulous with equipment, and thrives in fast-paced environments. You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring high-quality sound and smooth technical execution at each event.

Key Responsibilities:

Setup & Breakdown & General Day Of Support

Load in and set up stage, sound, and basic lighting equipment before each event (must be able to lift heavy equipment)
Ensure all A/V gear is properly connected, tested, and functioning before showtime
Manage teardown and load-out post-event, ensuring all equipment is stored safely and securely
Coordinate with venue staff and production crew to ensure efficient transitions
Onsite Day of Coordination & general A/V support for performers and talent
Ensure safety of all performers
General stage coordination and managing stage schedule in partnership with Music Curator

Live Sound Management

Operate audio console during events, ensuring high-quality sound for performers and DJs
Perform soundchecks with talent and troubleshoot any A/V issues that arise during events
Monitor audio levels and adjust in real time to maintain balance and clarity while ensuring sound volume for nearby businesses and residents are being considered
Support wireless mic distribution and battery management

Equipment Maintenance & Inventory

Maintain inventory of all A/V equipment; track damages or technical issues
Clean and perform basic maintenance on equipment between events
Report issues as they arise in order to maintain rented equipment
Oversee the upkeep, organization, and proper storage of all onsite A/V equipment throughout the season, ensuring gear remains in top working condition and is easily accessible for weekly use
Create a setup & close out checklist for each event
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Team & Communication

Collaborate with event producers, performers, and hosts to understand technical needs of performers ahead of time
Lead or work alongside assistants or tech volunteers when applicable
Ensure all technical aspects support the artistic and experiential goals of the event

General

Use @makeitmariko.com email for all client communications
Maintain and organize documents via Google Drive
Professionally represent Make It Mariko at all events
Attend all events and act as the main point of contact for talent. Position requires evening hours during events.
Help promote for the event via social media, email, and in person promotions as needed  
Provide data for grants as needed

Why you might be excited about Make it Mariko:

We are working on BIG, high impact projects and working towards running our own Venue/Ranch in the future.
You will be constantly surrounded by and introduced to amazingly talented and inspiring creatives and artists.
You will get invited to a lot of awesome industry parties, events, happy hours, and karaoke of course 🙂
We’re flexible. You’ll be able to work hybrid and have a flexible schedule.

Why you might NOT be excited about us:

We operate like a lean, mean startup. Everyone pitches in and helps as needed. No one is too good to clean up garbage or carry barricades, even our CEO.
The work moves fast and changes happen frequently in this industry. If you don’t manage change well, this is not the company for you.
We’re San Francisco based (and proud!) and we like working in person as we just moved into our new Studio.
We often deal with complex challenges and ambiguous goals. The pace changes often, clients often don’t know what they want, and they pay us to figure that out for them.

Additional Details & How to Apply

Event Season Dates:

Aiming for 12 total events weekly
Season will launch July 4, 2025 and will go for at least 12 weeks until September 19, 2025.
Every event will feature 4 hours of music programming including DJs, dance, and live music.

Other Key Dates:

Meetings

June 2025: Start attending team meetings and do Venue Site Visits as needed to practice setup plan.
Weekly check-ins once the event series launches on July 4, 2025 and ends on September 19, 2025 (potential to extend).
One final Season Debrief Meeting with the entire team.

Event Date(s) & Time(s)

Weekly on Fridays from 5-9pm with a goal of doing 12 events. If more budget is acquired, we’ll continue with the event. Weekly schedule as outlined below:

2:00PM Setup begins
4:00PM Performer Tech Checks
5:00PM Event Begins / DJ + Free Open Dance Session
6:00PM DJ + Music Performances
9:00PM Event ends
10:00PM Load out ends

Ready to apply?

apply here

Pro Tips

Save your work in another doc to ensure you don’t lose your work before submitting.
If you have issues with the form application, email us at hello@makeitmariko.com.
NO CALLS. Questions are encouraged during the interview process.
Please follow directions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
We can spot a Chat GPT cover letter within seconds. We will spend just as much time reviewing your application as you spend writing it. So please make sure to personalize.