LED Technology Specialist — Live Event AV

Energy Jobline ZR; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartSource, an ABCOM Technology Group company, seeks a Technical Specialist focused on LED technology for regional events including tradeshows and general sessions. This role drives technical excellence and supports proposal development and on-site execution.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in the event industry, strong LED expertise, and the ability to travel regionally (up to 70%). The position offers a path toward project management within a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in the event industry with hands-on project execution.
• Strong LED technology background and related exposure to AV.
• Proficient in configuring, networking, and troubleshooting computers and related hardware.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to travel regionally and support other regions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate independently in LED tech area after internal training and field validation.
• Support sales with accurate, technically sound proposals within scope.
• Provide on-site technical execution for events with consistent quality.
• Collaborate with PMs, Technical Leads, and fulfillment to meet event goals.
• Assist with event logistics including labor, equipment, rentals and freight.
• Troubleshoot AV/IT issues during setup and execution.

Skills

LED Technology

Event execution

Networking & troubleshooting

MS Windows / Office

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SmartSource, an ABCOM Technology Group company, seeks a Technical Specialist focused on LED technology for regional events including tradeshows and general sessions. This role drives technical excellence and supports proposal development and on-site execution.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in the event industry, strong LED expertise, and the ability to travel regionally (up to 70%). The position offers a path toward project management within a dynamic, customer-focused environment.