Lead AV Event Technician - Trade Shows

HireSparks AV Recruiting; Willingboro Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Lead AV Event Technician for a national Audio Visual company. This exciting role involves traveling to various venues to set up and operate cutting-edge AV technology for trade shows and corporate events. You'll leverage your extensive experience in audio-visual systems and leadership skills to manage teams and ensure seamless event execution. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to advance your career in a thriving industry. If you're passionate about technology and customer service, this is the perfect chance to shine.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Contributions

Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years as an AV Lead Event Technician with strong technical skills.
• Experience managing AV teams during live events.
• Knowledge of AV systems and advanced troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot AV equipment for live events.
• Manage technical aspects and provide on-site support.
• Travel to venues and ensure equipment operates correctly.

Skills

Audio Visual Systems Design

LED Wall Configuration

Advanced Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's or Technical Degree

Tools

Audio and Video Equipment

LED Control Equipment

Mixing Consoles

Projectors

Recording Equipment

Job description

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Sr. Audio Visual Recruiter & Training Manager at HireSparks AV Recruiting

Lead AV Event Technician for TRADE SHOWS - Willingboro, NJ (Hybrid/Remote)

Are you looking to advance your career in Audio Visual and IT event technology? Do you have extensive experience supporting audio, video, and IT systems at corporate events such as meetings, large business functions, conventions, and trade shows? Are you interested in a leadership role at an established national Audio Visual and Information Technology staging company where the sky is the limit?

We have a full-time opening for a Lead AV Event Technician for TRADE SHOWS based in our client's NJ office. This role involves traveling to venues across the United States to facilitate the setup and operation of AV hardware while providing on-site technical support for tradeshows, meetings, events, and conventions.

Note: This is a full-time, permanent W2 opportunity with benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and employer 401K contributions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot audio, video, and IT equipment, including microphones, speakers, mixing consoles, effects racks, LED video screens, projectors, video switchers, cameras, and recording equipment.
• Expertly set up and maintain audio and video equipment for live events.
• Maintain AV and IT hardware, providing both on-site and remote troubleshooting and configuration.
• Manage technical aspects, changes, and additions at events as required by the client.
• Travel to venues throughout the United States and Canada to ensure equipment operates correctly.
• Provide direction and support to traveling teams and clients.
• Perform software, firmware, and operating system updates for AV and computer systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an AV Lead Event Technician, operating audio and video equipment.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience, managing a team of AV technicians during live events.
• Strong knowledge of audio-visual systems design, LED wall configuration, system servicing, engineering, integration, and real-time support during events.
• Experience configuring and operating audio, video, and LED control equipment.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for AV equipment and rack-mounted systems, ensuring immediate repair or replacement to restore operations.
• Excellent customer service skills for interacting with both internal teams and external clients.
• Professional demeanor, dress, and ability to perform tasks politely and professionally in client-facing settings.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s or technical degree preferred but not required.
• Advanced understanding of audio-visual and computer equipment.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy items such as road cases.
• Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for weekends and nights.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no major violations, DUIs, or multiple moving violations in the past five years).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
• CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) or other industry certifications are a plus.

If you are a highly skilled AV professional looking to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Production

• Industries

  Events Services and Technology, Information and Media

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