Event Technician, Audio Visual (Full-Time) - Hotel Van Zandt
Position Overview
A Technician is responsible for the set up and operation of basic / small-scale audiovisual systems in a hospitality environment while ensuring complete customer satisfaction.
This position reports to an Operations Manager, Operations Director or Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation
Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of basic audiovisual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section.
Customer Service
- Strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
- Understands and fosters the hotel / client relationship.
Technical Ability
- Understands the technical aspects of the job and demonstrates basic operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues.
- Handles equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner.
Systems Knowledge
- Understands company processes, follows procedures and completes systems entry and paperwork accurately.
- Uses the equipment sheets to determine the equipment scheduled for set up and for strike. Interacts with other staff and outside vendors for equipment.
- Increases revenue by utilizing floor up-selling techniques.
- Works with clients to finalize invoices.
- Completes order entries in Navigator, as needed.
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma required. Associate’s degree is preferred.
- 1 year of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 1 year of audio visual experience or equivalent in educational environment is preferred.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members that may operate Company vehicles.
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
Competencies
- Ownership
- Hospitality
- Professionalism
- Responsiveness
- Safety Conscious
- Action Oriented
- Tech Savvy
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components.
Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Event Sales Manager, Hotel Services - Planet Hollywood
Position Overview
The Sales Manager is responsible for effectively guiding customers through event experiences, identifying solutions that meet their goals and objectives, resulting in a compelling event experience.
Utilizes all available tools to ensure maximum event and revenue capture from assigned customer base. Cultivates and maintains relationships with key hotel personnel to enhance the overall business relationship with hotel.
Supports Company initiatives, business strategies and Core Values. This position reports to a Sr. Sales Manager, Sales Director, or Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Revenue Generation
- Drive Results by soliciting and securing business through a proactive, consultative sales approach, utilizing Encore’s sales process and methodology.
- Effectively collaborate with vendors and other departments / divisions of the company to capture and service events.
- Attend site visits, pre-conference planning meetings, and appropriate venue meetings as necessary to support the customer event experience.
- Understand event cost structure and incorporates this into solution designs according to established profitability guidelines.
Relationship Management
- Deliver World-Class Service by cultivating and maintaining relationships with customers, venue personnel and various Encore supporting functions and departments.
- Thoroughly research and understand customer history and previous experiences, in order to create more personalized customer experiences.
- Value People by attending customer meetings, understanding their goals and responding to their questions, concerns, and challenges.
- Do the Right Thing by ensuring all customer information is up to date and accurate in the Customer Relationship Management system (CRM) at all times.
- Actively refer and guide customers through the Encore network, leveraging contacts to secure additional opportunities with existing customers.
Sales Accountability
- Maintain a healthy pipeline at all times that ensures achievement of established revenue targets.
- Ensure all known opportunities are in CRM and completely accurate and updated at all times.
- See the Big Picture by supporting the sales forecasting efforts at home location, ensuring they are accurate and submitted timely.
- Learn and adopt all SOPs related to the role and any new initiatives / programs that are implemented.
- Maintain knowledge of new product / service offerings and emerging technology supporting meetings and events.
Job Qualifications
- BS / BA or 1+ years of Encore or equivalent experience required
- 1 year technology sales or hospitality experience preferred
- Prior sales experience in audiovisual is a plus
- Knowledge of hospitality industry and sales processes preferred
- Technical aptitude and computer proficiency required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Competencies (by Core Values)
- Hospitality
- Responsiveness
- Professionalism
- Decision Quality
- Business Insight
- Collaborates
- Builds Networks
- Plans and Aligns
- Instills Trust
- Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Sales Director, Hotel Services - Palace
Position Overview
The Sales Director manages an effective sales team responsible for guiding customers through event experiences, providing solutions that meet their goals and objectives to result in a compelling event experience.
Creates and implements effective strategies for revenue growth and customer satisfaction, ensuring team achievement of established targets.
Utilizes all available tools to ensure maximum event and revenue capture from assigned customer base. Cultivates and maintains relationships with key hotel personnel to enhance the overall business relationship with hotel.
Serves as a resource in large, high-end event production in venue location / region and support team as needed with guidance and training.
Lead and support Company initiatives, business strategies and Core Values. This position supervises the Sales Coordinator, Sales Manager, and Sr.
Sales Manager and reports to the Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Revenue Generation
- Drive Results by establishing sales objectives through forecasting and developing quotas for all team members.
- Maximize revenue opportunity for assigned customers by creating effective strategies for per-event revenue growth, including upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
- Assist with creating high-end, large event, advanced technology solutions for Encore’s existing and potential customers.
- Assist with preparing and delivering compelling presentations that convey the value of Encore and effectively solve customer challenges.
- Attend site visits, pre-conference planning meetings, and appropriate venue meetings as necessary to support the customer event experience.
- Effectively collaborate with vendors and other departments / divisions of the company to capture and service events.
- Understand event cost structure and incorporate into solution designs according to established profitability guidelines.
Relationship Management
- Deliver World-Class Service by cultivating and maintaining relationships with customers, venue personnel and various Encore supporting functions and departments.
- Thoroughly research and understand customer history and previous experiences, in order to create more personalized customer experiences.
- Value People by attending customer meetings, understanding their goals and responding to their questions, concerns, and challenges.
- Actively refer and guide customers through the Encore network, leveraging your contact to secure additional opportunities with existing customers.
Sales Accountability
- Hold sales team accountable to maintaining a healthy pipeline at all times that ensures achievement of established revenue targets.
- Ensure all known opportunities are in CRM and completely accurate and updated at all times.
- See the Big Picture by leading the sales forecasting efforts at home location(s), ensuring they are accurate and submitted timely.
- Learn, adopt and train team on all SOPs related to the role and any new initiatives / programs that are implemented; ensure full team compliance with established SOPs.
- Maintain knowledge of new product / service offerings and emerging technology supporting meetings and events; ensure team members are appropriately trained and competent / confident on available solutions.
- Create and present information and reports, as needed, to senior management related to performance, pipeline, forecasting, etc.
People Development
- Effectively manage the performance of the sales team, and direct work and tasks towards achieving the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Value People by promoting a culture of high performance, accountability and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
- Motivate and energize team members to make proactive decisions in all communications with customers.
- Address employee concerns or conflict, maintain adequate staffing levels, and facilitate team development and sales mentorship.
- Serve as the resident expert on the team, providing guidance and support to other team members for large events.
- Ensure the team receives and participates in all relevant sales training and participates in any regional or national sales communication programs.
Job Qualifications
- BS / BA or 3+ years of Encore or equivalent experience required
- Minimum 3+ years of sales experience required
- Prior sales experience in audiovisual, technology or hospitality experience preferred
- Knowledge of sales process required in addition to the ability to read and decipher financial reports and records
- Minimum of 1 year of supervision or leadership experience required
- Technical aptitude, computer proficiency and CRM knowledge required; prefer CAD and Oracle knowledge
- Superior communication and presentation skills
Competencies (by Core Values)
- Collaborates
- Builds Effective Teams
- Organizational Savvy
- Manages Conflict
- Develops Talent
- Drives Engagement
- Drives Vision and Purpose
- Ensures Accountability
- Drives Quality Results
- Directs Work
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Event Technical Specialist (Audio) - Hotel Del Coronado
Position Overview
The Technical Specialist is responsible for the set up and operation of small to large-scale audiovisual systems for live events while ensuring the utmost in client satisfaction.
This position reports to a Project Manager, Operations Manager, Operations Director, or Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation
- Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of advanced audiovisual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section.
- Troubleshoots technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and / or damage when in use.
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Collaborates with internal team on event solutions pre event and during event to ensure the best possible customer satisfaction.
- Understands and fosters the hotel / client relationship.
Training / Staff Development
- Creates an atmosphere that fosters the development of technical and leadership skills in other employees.
- Provides mentorship and coaching to technical, sales and operations team members to develop technical skills as needed.
Event Supervision
- Performs advanced work (pre / during / post event) with operations team members.
- Supervises and directs other technicians during an event.
Equipment Maintenance
- Assists team with proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Performs inventory and forecasting of equipment needs.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
- Encore Technical Level 3 Certification is required. New Encore team members must be certified by their location within 30 days
- 2 - Encore Technical Level Two Core Certifications are required (Audio, Lighting, Projection, Video, Scenic). New Encore team members must be certified by a qualified proctor within 60 days.
- 4+ years of field experience in specialty area is required.
- 3-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse work force, customer base and senior level management.
- Experience with project management of multiple tasks / initiatives.
- Strong customer, client and coworker interface experience and abilities.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles. Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
Competencies
- Ownership
- Hospitality
- Professionalism
- Responsiveness
- Safety Conscious
- Develops Talent
- Tech Savvy
- Manages Complexity
- Ensures Accountability
- Instills Trust
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Event Operations Manager - Fairmont Chicago
Position Overview
Manages floor operations to achieve service excellence with a focus on customer service, staff leadership, performance management and development.
Achieves the overall goals of the organization through effective workforce and inventory cost control. This position reports directly to either an Operations Director or Director, Event Technology at locations producing greater than three million dollars in revenue.
Key Job Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Manages the daily floor activities and workflow of technicians to ensure that all equipment and services are delivered on time, in good working condition and as specified by clients and the hotel.
- Provides direct supervision of team members including scheduling and time keeping.
- Ensures that billing is reviewed and approved by clients, and advises the Director and / or Sales Manager of any potential challenges.
- Ensures that daily equipment sheets are updated and properly completed.
- Manages inventory control procedures to maintain proper inventory levels while also maintaining safety, security, and quality assurance of equipment.
- Attends BEO, Pre-Cons, and pre-production meetings as needed.
- Delegates tasks as appropriate.
Customer Service
- Reviews quotes and provides recommendations for cost efficiencies in accordance with the company’s standard operating procedures.
- Supervises and mentors operational staff to ensure client satisfaction and revenue maximization via onsite upselling.
- Provides outstanding customer service by establishing excellent working relationships with internal and external clients, team members, neighboring Encore properties and all vendors.
Mentors Technicians to also provide this superior level of customer service.
- Meets with guests’ onsite to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Portrays a polished, professional image according to the guidelines in the Employee Guide and / or hotel standards and ensures the team adheres to the same standards.
People Development & Training
- Promotes and reinforces a positive working environment centered on Encore core values.
- Hire, develop, lead and motivate a talented team of technicians and operational support staff.
- Promote and drive professional development and training efforts to improve overall business acumen, technical knowledge and service to the field.
- Manage human resource related issues including performance management, salary administration and training and development.
- Effectively utilizes applicable company computer systems and software programs and ensure team members are properly trained.
- Registers and recommends team members for additional training opportunities as needed.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 4+ years of audio visual and customer service / hospitality experience including 2+ years of supervisory experience OR completion of Encore’s Accelerations Development Operations Program (ADOP).
- Experience leading workflow and team members.
- Working knowledge of audio visual equipment in a live show environment
- Proficiency with the use of computer hardware
- Proficiency with computer software and programs, including the Internet and Microsoft Office
- Effective leadership abilities and customer satisfaction focus.
Competencies
- Communication
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- People Development
- Building Teamwork
- Building Organizational Commitment
- Concern for Quality
Work Environment
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Event Technical Lead Audio Visual - Hotel Crescent Court
Position Overview
The Technical Lead is responsible for intermediate level set up and operation of small to large-scale audiovisual systems in a hospitality environment while ensuring complete customer satisfaction.
This position reports to an Operations Manager, Operations Director, or Director of Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation
- Responsible for accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of intermediate audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and / or damage when in use.
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
- Be a leader, mentor and coach for other Technicians on Encore’s Delivering World Class Service philosophy.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
- Understands and fosters the hotel / client relationship.
Technical Ability
- Understands the technical aspects of the job and demonstrates advanced operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues.
- Anticipates equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner.
Systems Knowledge
- Understands company processes, follows procedures and completes systems entry and paperwork accurately.
- Uses the equipment sheets to determine the equipment scheduled for set up and for strike.
- Interacts with other staff and outside vendors for equipment.
- Increases revenue by utilizing floor up-selling techniques.
- Work with clients to finalize invoices.
- As needed, work within Encore systems and applications
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma required. Associate’s degree is preferred.
- Encore Technical Level 3 Certification is required. New Encore team members must be certified by their location within 30 days.
- 1 - Encore Technical Level Two Core Certification is required (Audio, Lighting, Projection, Video, Scenic). New Encore team members must be certified by a qualified proctor within 60 days.
- 2-3+ years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 2-3+ years of audio visual experience is required.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
Competencies
- Ownership
- Hospitality
- Professionalism
- Responsiveness
- Safety Conscious
- Decision Quality
- Tech Savvy
- Communicates Effectively
- Drives Results
- Instills Trust
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components, and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders.
Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components.
Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Warehouse Associate - San Francisco Warehouse
Position Overview
The Warehouse Associate (WO) is responsible for supporting warehouse operations and any projects as assigned. The primary responsibility of the Warehouse Associate is shipping / receiving of orders, quality control, inventory control and other warehouse related logistics.
The Warehouse Associate will report to the Supervisor, Warehouse Operations or the Manager, Warehouse Operations.
Key Job Responsibilities
Inbound / Outbound Order Processing
- Accurately receive, ship and label product, pick-up product from inventoried locations and pack orders efficiently and accurately for delivery to venues and / or other warehouses
- Perform basic quality control (QC) procedures, presentation of equipment and inventory control
Logistics and Transportation
- Prepare and process shipments to ship small parcel, LTL and via internal fleet
- Ability to operate industrial powered forklifts including (i.e. Sit-down, reach, stock picker and powered pallet jack)
Safety
- Perform daily checklists on forklifts and other equipment within the warehouse
- Participate in safety team initiatives
Warehouse Housekeeping
- Clean and maintain a safe work area
- Maintain equipment as necessary
Customer Service
- Ensure the highest standards of service while maintaining operation efficiency and a cohesive relationship with other departments
- Maintain a working knowledge of equipment
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma / GED
- 1 to 3 years’ experience in warehouse environment
- Ability to lift over 50 lbs. independently
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong communication skills with other team members, site leadership team and internal and external customers
- Organizational skills with an attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multi-task while working in a fast paced environment
- Basic computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office
- Experience using an RF based WMS system (preferred)
- Experience operating industrial forklift equipment
Competencies
- Communicates Effectively
- Decision Quality
- Collaborates
- Instills Trust
- See the big picture
- Drive Results
- Do the right thing
- Value People
Work Environment
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust.
The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components.
Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Office
Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
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