AV Director of Production, Live Events

Convene LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Convene LLC, une entreprise leader dans les solutions futures de travail, recherche un Director of Production à New York. Le candidat idéal supervisera la production d'événements de grande envergure, garantissant l'excellence technique et une expérience client exceptionnelle. Ce rôle est parfait pour un leader innovant avec une passion pour la création d'expériences mémorables.

Benefits

Assurance santé complète

Jours de congé généreux

Plan de retraite 401K avec correspondance

Soutien à la formation continue

Qualifications

• 8+ ans d'expérience dans des événements d'entreprise à fort impact.
• Expertise en techniques de production avancées.
• Capacité à gérer plusieurs projets dans des environnements à haute pression.

Responsibilities

• Superviser toutes les étapes de la production d'événements.
• Travailler avec des équipes créatives pour traduire les concepts en expériences impactantes.
• Gérer les budgets de production et maintenir la qualité des événements.

Skills

Gestion de projets

Communication

Innovation

Job description

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Join our team

We are rethinking the workplace experience.

We are a global leader in future-of-work solutions, bringing a hospitality-driven experience to the workplace. We serve as a partner, not just a place, for our clients and members, offering concierge-style services, dedicated support teams, and in-house resources, allowing our clients and members to focus on what they do best.

The passion our company has for creating impactful work experiences for our clients extends to all of our employees as well. If you’re interested in helping us provide inspiring and unforgettable moments, consider joining our team.

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Hospitality-driven

Convene is first and foremost a hospitality company that operates within the meeting, event, and shared workplace industries. We create inspiring destinations for clients, members, and landlords to meet, work, and host experiential events.

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Focused on innovation

Our clients’ evolving needs drive our passion for innovation and motivate us to constantly develop new creative solutions. If you’re a creative problem solver who doesn’t settle for “good enough,” you’ll feel at home here.

We offer our employees a 401K with employer match, financial wellness education, life insurance, and transit incentives. We also prioritize professional advancement, offering a robust catalog of online learning opportunities and workshops focused on leadership development, professional growth, and skills-based training.

Employees have access to generous paid time off, including paid holiday breaks and birthday PTO to promote work-life balance and wellness. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, and a variety of perks and discounts to support your everyday life.

We prioritize a balance of in-person collaboration and flexible remote productivity with our hybrid work policy. This allows our global teams to thrive and have opportunities to work together in our Convene cities, as roles allow.

Diversity & inclusion

At Convene, we are committed to becoming 1% better every day, which includes a strong and ongoing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to be their true selves. This commitment is reflected in our organizational practices and our approach to work. With the support of our leadership team and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we collaborate and seek out input in order to foster a diverse and inclusive environment.

Enabling those who want to give back or grow, we offer an annual application-based paid sabbatical program to those who want to invest in their communities.

Convene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we believe that diverse teams are the best teams. We live our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork) and strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can be their true selves, where we all show up for each other. In line with our goal to be 1% better every day, we are committed to listening, learning, growing and improving. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to join us on this journey.

Director of Production | New York City

Join us in building a world-class, in-house AV production team from the ground up. This is your chance to craft extraordinary, tailor-made experiences for our high-profile clients where every detail matters and excellence is non-negotiable. If you thrive on innovation, precision, and delivering the unforgettable, we want you leading the charge. From brand launches to large-scale activations, you'll collaborate with talented colleagues to deliver memorable experiences from concept to execution. Join us as we continue to shape the future of live events.

We’re seeking a full-time, dedicated Director of Production to join our AV Team in New York City. The Director of Production will lead the strategic planning and seamless execution of live events from initial concept through final delivery ensuring technical excellence, creative innovation, and an outstanding client experience. The Director of Production will report directly to the Senior Director of AV.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee all stages of live event production, including product launches, corporate communications, experiential activations, and multi-channel live shows.
• Partner with creative teams to translate concepts into executable, impactful experiences that align with client objectives, budgets, and brand messaging.
• Support onsite operations, integrating digital, lighting, sound, video, and content elements for flawless execution.
• Source, negotiate, and manage vendors and suppliers, maintaining quality control, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Develop, manage, and track detailed production budgets, delivering financial accountability while maximizing client value.
• Build, guide, and mentor cross-functional production teams, fostering collaboration, high standards, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary client contact for all production-related matters—presenting budgets, managing expectations, resolving challenges, and nurturing long-term relationships.
• Uphold health, safety, and sustainability standards across all event activities.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and best practices to elevate production quality and efficiency.

What We Look For:

• 8+ years of proven success delivering high-profile corporate events (e.g., product launches, press conferences, experiential activations, corporate social events).
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical, logistical, and digital aspects of event production.
• Expertise in advanced production techniques such as multi-camera live broadcasts, hybrid events, and streaming workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, meeting tight deadlines in high-pressure environments.
• Strong budget management and financial acumen, with experience overseeing complex production budgets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Demonstrated skill in building and leading diverse, high-performing teams.
• Familiarity with industries such as automotive, luxury goods, or technology is a strong plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as project needs require.

Compensation:

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Min: $140,000 Salary Max: $150,000

This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan.

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Who We Are:

Convene is a global hospitality company that manages a growing portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on revolutionizing the way people meet, work, and gather. It creates hospitality-driven experiences and uniquely designed destinations across its various brands with the singular mission of fostering human-to-human connection.The Convene portfolio comprises Convene, etc.venues by Convene, and Convene Signature, offering clients multiple products including event venues, meeting rooms, flexible office spaces, and building amenity centers. With hospitality at its core, each brand and product offers on-site culinary, in-room A/V, production services, and dedicated hospitality staffing resources.As the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK, and with a growing footprint of flexible office space, the Convene portfolio has a network of nearly 40 locations across nine global cities.
Learn more athttps://convene.com/ .

At Convene, you’ll receive:

Health and Wellness

• Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one
• 24/7 virtual care through Centivo Care
• Employee Assistance Program: emotional well-being and support for everyday life
• Fertility & family planning through Kindbody

Time Off and Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off plus time off for your birthday
• A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge
• Paid time off for new parents: maternity, paternity, adoption

Financial Support and Benefits

• 401K plan with company matching
• Financial support for education: for attending conferences, taking courses, or gaining certifications

Professional Development and Recognition

• Continuous professional and personal development support
• Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones

Community and Impact

• Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

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Awards and recognitions

• Best Small & Medium Workplaces, Fortune Magazine | 2018, 2020
• Best Workplaces in New York, Fortune Magazine | 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021
• Best Workplaces in the Meetings Industry, Meetings & Conventions Magazine | 2018
• Top Companies - Startups, LinkedIn | 2017
• 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies, Inc. Magazine | 2017-2019, 2024
• Best Places to Work for Midsize Companies in NY, BuiltIn NY | 2022
• Best Places to Work Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, BuiltIn | 2023

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