Crew Casual AV

Encore Global; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work recognition

Global career opportunities

Industry-leading training

Job summary

Encore Global seeks an experienced AV Technician to install, operate, and remove cutting-edge AV setups for live events in premium venues. You’ll lead on-site teams, collaborate with clients and venue staff, and ensure flawless execution with a customer-first mindset.

The role covers hybrid and virtual delivery, after-hours/weekend availability, and potential travel. Strong knowledge of Barco, Yamaha, and GrandMA systems is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in audio, lighting, and video system setups for live events.
• Strong technical expertise in Barco PDS and S3 switching systems, Yamaha QL/CL audio consoles, GrandMA lighting control systems (programming experience highly regarded)
• Hybrid & Virtual event delivery experience
• Camera operation skills (desirable)
• Familiarity with scenic setups: drapes, stage skirts, truss borders
• Ability to lead crews and mentor junior technicians
• Excellent client-facing communication and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail, and calm under pressure
• A polished, professional presentation with a customer-first mindset
• Flexibility for after-hours, weekend work, and occasional travel
• Rigger’s Ticket (highly desirable)

Skills

Audio systems

Lighting systems

Video systems

Barco PDS & S3 switching

Yamaha QL/CL consoles

GrandMA lighting control

Hybrid & Virtual events

Camera operation

Crew leadership & mentoring

Client-facing communication

Attention to detail under pressure

Tools

Barco PDS

S3 switching systems

Yamaha QL/CL

GrandMA lighting control

Job description

Join the Global Leader in Event Production — Elevate Your AV Career

We’re Encore — the world’s leading event production company — and we are ready to elevate Audio Visual Technicians who are ready to take their craft to the next level. You’ll be working alongside a passionate, skilled team, delivering world-class experiences across some of the most premium venues in the industry.

About the Role

This hands-on role is perfect for an AV professional who thrives on pushing creative and technical boundaries. You’ll lead the installation, operation, and removal of cutting-edge AV setups and confidently deliver shows of all scales — from intimate corporate functions to large-scale productions.

As a key player in the success of each event, you'll collaborate with clients, venue staff, freelancers, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution, outstanding service, and show-stopping results.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in audio, lighting, and video system setupsfor live events
• Strong technical expertise in:Barco PDS and S3 switching systems,Yamaha QL and CL audio consoles,GrandMA lighting control systems(programming experience highly regarded)
• Hybrid & Virtual event delivery experience
• Camera operation skills (desirable)
• Familiarity with scenic setups: drapes, stage skirts, truss borders
• Ability to lead crews and mentor junior technicians
• Excellent client-facing communication and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail, and calm under pressure
• A polished, professional presentation with a customer-first mindset
• Flexibility for after-hours, weekend work, and occasional travel
• Rigger’s Ticket (highly desirable)

Why Encore?

• Recognised as a “Great Place to Work” – We value your growth, wellbeing, and contributions.
• No two days are the same – Be part of the action behind some of the most memorable events.
• Turn the ordinary into the extraordinary – Bring creative ideas to life using the latest in AV technology.
• Access industry-leading training and global career opportunities – We’re invested in your journey.