AV Production Lead for Large-Scale Events

Shepard Exposition Services, Inc; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepard Exposition Services, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager, Audio Visual (AV) in Las Vegas to lead the planning, coordination and execution of all AV and production requirements. You will ensure high-quality service delivery, operational excellence, and strong client engagement.

You will manage timelines, room diagrams, vendor coordination, budgets, and on-site leadership for large-scale events. The role requires 5+ years in AV production, strong organizational skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AV production, event management, or related field.
• Proven experience managing large-scale AV productions or live events, demonstrating the ability to handle complex projects from planning through execution.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and project-coordination skills.
• Proficiency in AV and event management software; IntelliEvent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, including conducting on-site meetings and ensuring team adherence to company standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to on-site changes or unexpected challenges.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between multiple event locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients through the lifecycle of the production while maintaining a positive and professional relationship.
• Establish and maintain the Critical Path with the client to ensure all service commitments are upheld.
• Prepare all room diagrams, including scenic layouts, room configurations, rigging plots, and other requested schematics, and deliver them to clients within four days maximum.
• Source all cross-rental needs through the appropriate sub-rental staff.
• Secure necessary operational resources (e.g., hydraulic lifts) required for effective event production.
• Manage communications with facility staff to optimize operational efficiency and meet or exceed client expectations.
• Contract with external labor resources as needed, including freelancers, labor companies, and union labor.
• Develop a complete production schedule, including AV office operations, security coverage, and crew meal timing.
• Coordinate and submit electric/power and internet service orders on behalf of clients as needed.
• Oversee the financial performance of each project, ensuring adherence to budget expectations, markups for third-party vendors, labor cost oversight and billing accuracy, and controlled housing/transport expenditures.
• Partner with the Sales team to ensure all additions or changes to services are captured and billed appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with Shepard Exposition Service (SES) team members and other partners to deliver the highest level of service.
• Gather client requirements within planning timelines (60 days out initial, 15 days out final), referencing prior year data for accuracy.
• Respond to on-site changes with professionalism, urgency, and solution-oriented mindset while maintaining service quality.
• Conduct on-site briefings with AV personnel, ensuring all freelancers adhere to company expectations regarding conduct, appearance, and performance.

Skills

AV production

Event management

Leadership

Time management

Project coordination

IntelliEvent

Communication

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

IntelliEvent

Job description

Shepard Exposition Services, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager, Audio Visual (AV) in Las Vegas to lead the planning, coordination and execution of all AV and production requirements. You will ensure high-quality service delivery, operational excellence, and strong client engagement.

You will manage timelines, room diagrams, vendor coordination, budgets, and on-site leadership for large-scale events. The role requires 5+ years in AV production, strong organizational skills, and the ability to