Overview

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision from the Director of Event Services assists in supervising and performing responsible technical and administrative work within the Audio Visual Department; operates technical media equipment; coordinates the work of AV Supervisors, Technicians and skilled labor; serves as liaison between facility users and facility technical staff, for the Overland Park Convention Center (OPCC).

This role will pay a salary of $70,000 to $80,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES: (including, but not limited to):

• Oversees the daily operations of the Audio Visual Department at the OPCC.
• Supervises, monitors and schedules the work of the AV Supervisor, technicians and skilled labor.
• Plans, implements and performs preventative and routine maintenance on Audio Visual equipment.                    

• Works with OPCC staff and clients in the pre-event planning stages of an event and prepares pricing proposals.
• Responsible for accurate billing of equipment and labor provided by the Audio Visual Department.
• Recommends new services and equipment to be state of the art and heighten revenue.
• Reviews all rental rates and recommends pricing adjustments accordingly.                                
• Sets up and operates Audio Visual equipment and systems within the Center.
• Keeps accurate inventory of Audio Visual equipment.                                   
• Assists Director of Event Services in the budgeting process.
• Plans and implements training programs within the Audio Visual Department

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operational characteristics of audio visual equipment management, including, but not limited to, needs of users of large public assembly facilities and customer service practices
• Technical requirement, methods, equipment, materials, and or other systems as they apply to facility events including, but not limited to: principles of event staging and performance equipment, lighting and sound equipment, rigging safety, and audio visual equipment
• Basic principles of accounting
• Principles of lead supervision and training
• Familiarity with legal terminology
• Terminology used in entertainment and convention settings
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and use of the internet
• Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors and facility users
• Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended (long) work days.

AUTHORITY:

• Plan, service, and supervise audio visual services of large events; identify and provide facility media services for all assigned events; prepare drawings, diagrams, layouts, and other media services specifications for all assigned events
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise the work of AV Supervisors, Technicians and skilled labor
• Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient customer service
• Recognize media related challenges, analyze and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives
• Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in Technical Theatre, Mass Media or related field
• Two years experience in audio visual and technical media coordination and operation, preferably in a convention, theater, arena or hotel environment.
• Or high school diploma and three (3) years combine audio-visual and supervisory experience.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license

Special Knowledge of:

• Thorough knowledge of audio-visual equipment and electronic services in public assembly settings
• Principles and practices of media services
• Operational characteristics of events
• Knowledge of personal computers and computerized audio-visual systems
• Customer service practices
• Needs of users of the facility
• Public relations
• Knowledgeable in the supervision and motivation of others.

• Terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings
• Relevant federal, state and local regulations
• Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and Internet software

• Ability to use tools and equipment properly and safely. 
• Stamina to work long hours. Must be able to lift and/or move heavy equipment.