Audio Visual Director

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions; Woodford (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotions from within

Discounts & education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Virginia is seeking an Audio Visual Director to provide strategic leadership, manage, and execute all AV services across the resort. You will support conferences, weddings, and corporate events with innovative AV solutions and guest-focused service.

As a member of the leadership team, you’ll guide, motivate, and develop AV professionals while delivering exceptional experiences and maximizing event success across the property.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive audio-visual experience in large events or meeting spaces.
• 3-5 years of experience in a management or leadership role.
• Bachelor’s or Arts degree in Audio Visual Technology, Hospitality Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the AV team through recruiting, training, scheduling, mentoring, and coaching.
• Oversee AV execution for meetings, conferences, weddings, and resort events.
• Collaborate with Sales, Catering, Event Planning, external vendors, and production partners for seamless delivery and strong client relationships.
• Drive AV revenue and profitability via pricing, upselling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.

Skills

Audio-Visual experience

Leadership

Revenue optimization

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. We care deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Now Hiring: Audio Visual Director

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the strategic leadership, management, and execution of all audio-visual services across the resort. This includes supporting conferences, weddings, corporate events, entertainment programming, and in-house productions. You’ll ensure exceptional guest experiences through innovative AV solutions, operational excellence, team leadership, and revenue optimization.

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll contribute to the success of engaging, memorable entertainment programs that drive guest satisfaction, repeat visits, and resort energy. You’ll also foster a positive workplace culture by leading, motivating, and developing audio-visual teams that deliver exceptional service and experiences across the property.

Salary Range: $110,000k - $120,000k/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the AV team through recruiting, training, scheduling, mentoring, and coaching technicians, supervisors, and event staff.
• Oversee AV execution for meetings, conferences, weddings, resort events, and complex client programs, including setup, operation, breakdown, timelines, site visits, and technical consultations.
• Partner with Sales, Catering, Event Planning, external vendors, and production partners to ensure seamless event delivery and strong client relationships.
• Drive AV revenue and profitability through pricing strategies, upselling opportunities, budget management, forecasting, cost controls, and performance tracking.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 5+ years of progressive audio-visual experience in a meeting space of 75,000+ sq. ft, preferably in a hospitality environment (hotel/resort).
• 3-5 years of proven experience in a management or leadership position.
• Bachelor’s or Arts degree in Audio Visual Technology, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and passionate personality.

Why Kalahari?

• Career growth with promotion from within.
• Discounts, perks, and education assistance.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.