Sales Manager - Audio Visual
Listed on 2025-12-27
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Sales
Business Development, Client Relationship Manager
About INSPIRE
Founded in 1986 as a family‑owned business, INSPIRE has grown into a global leader in event organization, producing over 2,500 events annually across the United States, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic. At INSPIRE, we understand that the success of live events in the hospitality industry is driven by more than just technology—it’s about the people behind it. We take pride in offering our employees opportunities for growth through career development and succession planning, while fostering a culture focused on customer satisfaction, innovation, and teamwork.
Specializing in live events, we provide cutting‑edge audio‑visual solutions that elevate conferences, meetings, and events within the hospitality space. Our skilled technicians and creative professionals work closely with clients to ensure seamless execution and memorable experiences. By offering personalized, professional service, we build lasting relationships and deliver exceptional results every time.
We are seeking a Audio Visual Sales Manager to join our team at the Renaissance Addison property in Dallas/Addison, TX. The Sales Manager will sell audio‑visual equipment and services at the Renaissance Dallas/Addison to capture maximum AV business and revenue. This position will also communicate directly with clients, the hotel, and the internal AV team to ensure meeting success.
What Will You Be Doing?- Generate quotes, correspond with clients, and target revenue goals.
- Work directly with the client to determine their meeting needs and match them to AV services and products.
- Collaborate with hotel sales staff and others to contact upcoming clients and secure AV business.
- Participate in on‑site and off‑site visits with prospective clients, as well as pre‑ and post‑event meetings.
- Negotiate directly with clients to secure AV business and client vision.
- Collaborate with AV staff to consult on the selection and acquisition of AV equipment and labor.
- Review the final billing with the client and obtain approval of all AV charges.
- Negotiate billing if necessary to ensure complete client satisfaction.
- Follow up with all clients through thank‑you letters and post‑event service evaluations.
- 5–6 years of experience in audio‑visual sales.
- Experience working within the hospitality audio‑visual sales industry or for an audio‑visual company in sales is required.
- High degree of demonstrated customer service, sales, and hospitality skills. Proven experience in developing positive customer relationships and focusing at all times to increase customer satisfaction.
- Strong knowledge of the capabilities of audio‑visual equipment, set‑up, and general operations.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, networking, IT device management, PC, and Mac operations.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written: clear, concise, sincere, and persuasive.
- Creativity and initiative in capturing AV business.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a high‑volume, sometimes stressful team environment.
- High degree of ownership and self‑initiative skills, as well as a positive professional demeanor.
- Flexibility to accommodate a changing work schedule (night, weekends, early mornings) as needed.
- Ability to set an example for professional grooming and presentation standards as required by the hotel partner/specific worksite.
- Competitive salary, bonus plan, and benefits package.
- Cell phone allowance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, and additional voluntary benefits for full‑time employees.
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!
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