Assistant Director – (A/V) Audio Visual

One95 Global; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 367,242 - 477,414; Full time

Job summary

One95 Global is seeking an experienced Assistant Director – Audio Visual Facilities to lead the engineering and operations of A/V systems across iconic themed entertainment properties in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in A/V engineering, proven leadership in large-scale projects, and expertise in technical delivery and maintenance. Strong background in themed attractions and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams are essential for this role, which offers a unique opportunity within a high-profile organization.

Qualifications

• 15–18+ years’ experience in professional A/V engineering, system integration, and technical operations.
• Must have led as a Director or Head of A/V for large events or themed attractions.
• In-depth technical knowledge across audio systems, LED video, projection, lighting, and media servers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Audio‑Visual engineering, installation, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Oversee pre‑opening A/V delivery, including design reviews, system integration, and testing.
• Manage and coordinate internal A/V teams, system integrators, and contractors.

Skills

Professional A/V engineering

System integration

Technical operations

Leadership

Project management

Audio systems

Video systems

Show control systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity to work for a high‑profile, world‑class entertainment organisation delivering multiple iconic themed entertainment properties across the UAE. Our client is seeking an experienced Assistant Director – Audio Visual Facilities to lead the engineering, installation, pre‑opening delivery, and long‑term operations and maintenance of all audio‑visual systems across their portfolio.

• Lead and manage all Audio‑Visual engineering, installation, commissioning, and handover activities across multiple entertainment properties.
• Oversee pre‑opening A/V delivery, including design reviews, system integration, testing, commissioning, and readiness for operational launch.
• Take ownership of A/V operations and maintenance post‑opening, ensuring system reliability, performance, and lifecycle optimisation.
• Act as the senior technical authority for all audio, video, show control, media, lighting, projection, LED, and integrated control systems.
• Manage and coordinate internal A/V teams, system integrators, specialist contractors, and OEM partners.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, preventative maintenance regimes, and fault‑response procedures.
• Ensure A/V systems meet operational, safety, and performance standards aligned with guest experience expectations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop large multi‑disciplinary A/V teams, promoting best‑practice delivery and operational excellence.
• 15–18+ years’ experience in professional A/V engineering, system integration, and technical operations.
• Must have led as a Director or Head of A/V for large events, themed attractions or hotels.
• Proven background delivering large‑scale A/V systems within themed entertainment, attractions, live entertainment, or complex public venues.
• Strong experience managing pre‑opening technical delivery, commissioning, and transition into live operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing A/V operations, maintenance, and asset lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead large A/V teams, including engineers, operators, technicians, and external service providers.
• In‑depth technical knowledge across audio systems, show control, LED video, projection, lighting, media servers, and control platforms.
• Previous experience working in the UAE or wider Middle East is highly desirable.