Audio Visual Operations Manager - Chicago
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-04
Listing for:
KVL Audio Visual Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Event Manager / Planner, Digital Media / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Audio Visual Operations Manager - Chicago
With more than 45 years of industry-leading experience,
KVL is the premier source for audiovisual services and technology—providing clients with everything they need for successful presentations, trade shows, and conferences.
We review all resumes; however, candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly preferred:
- Hotel/Corporate in-house AV
- Hotel/Corporate freelance AV
- Convention centers, trade shows, sporting arenas, exclusive event venues
- 1–2 years of AV management experience within a hospitality-focused environment (hotels, conference centers, meeting facilities)
- Support the Director of Event Technology in daily hotel AV operations and team oversight
- Build strong relationships with hotel management, support staff, clients, event planners, and KVL leadership
- Manage scheduling for hotel AV technicians
- Strong AV sales experience with exceptional attention to detail
- Generate new business opportunities within the hotel and surrounding markets
- Prospect, solicit RFPs, and prepare accurate quotes
- Oversee AV equipment inventory
- Source and negotiate cross-rentals and ensure their safe return
- Coordinate logistics for all incoming/outgoing equipment
- Maintain open communication with other KVL property inventories
- Audio: Advanced understanding; ability to step into basic audio roles on analog and digital consoles
- Video: Advanced understanding; capable of basic switching, projection, and GFX operations
- Lighting: Advanced understanding; capable of basic dimming, spot lighting, stage washing, and up-lighting to enhance room ambience
- Ability to perform calmly, professionally, and efficiently under tight timelines
- Exceptional client-facing skills with a VIP-level customer service mindset
- Clear, respectful communication with clients and venue staff
- Strong attention to detail—small mistakes can create major impacts
- Team-oriented approach from setup to strike
- Experience working in hotel/corporate operations environments
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