Assistant Director of Audio Visual

This job is located in Oak Brook, IL. If you do not live in the Chicagoland area, please do not apply.

The Assistant Director of Audio Visual will assist in managing all aspects of Audio Visual for various in-house AV properties. 3 years minimum AV experience required, preferably in a Hospitality environment. Great customer service skills required. Consult with existing clients and provide audio visual solutions. Setup, support, operate and remove Audio Visual and related presentation equipment. Must be a self-starter requiring little or no supervision with the ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.

Position Expectations:

• Demonstrate professional attitude and appearance in client engagements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with client personnel in pursuit of future business.
• Show direction and initiative when not under direct supervision.
• Budget time effectively in order to manage multiple tasks.
• Develop and utilize leadership and teamwork skills.
• Serve clients in a timely manner.
• Willingness and ability to work many evenings, weekends and occasional overnight setups

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing all aspects of the ordering and delivery of Audio Visual for various in-house AV properties.
• Complete and distribute all forms necessary to preparation for individual shows.
• Keep accurate records of all dealings with clients.
• Assist in assuring necessary resources are available at all events.
• Participate in event planning, setup, support, operation and removal.
• Assist with AV inventory control, maintenance, sub rentals, etc.
• Other duties upon request.

Required Skills:

• Ability to setup and operate any required Audio Visual equipment.
• Customer Service and Sales experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to details and follow up on them.
• Computer experience and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Intellievent Rental software experience a plus.
• Ability to effectively manage projects, and people.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• CAD/AutoSketch software experience is a plus, for creating room layouts for events with AV.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $38,000.00 to $50,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Audio Visual support in a Hospitality environment: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Shifts:

• Morning (Required)
• Mid-Day (Required)
• Evening (Required)
• Graveyard (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
• People-oriented — supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends required
• Day shift
• Night shift