Audio Visual Project Manager

Kissimmee, FL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $57,400.00 - $101,300.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Healthcare insurance

Dental Insurance

paid sick days

vacation days

Earned compensation days

growth opportunities

Job Description

Marx Productions, Inc. is a distinguished full-service audiovisual production company that delivers engaging live event experiences nationwide. Established as a reliable provider of technical expertise and excellent communication, Marx Productions supports a wide range of live events, including corporate meetings, conferences, trade shows, concerts, outdoor events, and galas. Our seasoned team manages projects from initial pre-production stages to flawless on-site execution, ensuring every event meets the highest standard of quality and client satisfaction. With locations expanding in Orlando, Florida and Chandler, Arizona, Marx Productions prides itself on its commitment to innovation, client partnership, and operational excellence. We foster a culture that values accountability, creativity, hustle, and teamwork, creating an environment that encourages professional development and outstanding performance. We are actively seeking experienced Audio Visual Project Managers who are passionate about live event production and ready to take on leadership roles within our expanding team.

The Audio Visual Project Manager plays a pivotal role at Marx Productions by overseeing live event projects from conceptual planning to final execution. This full-time salaried position located in Orlando, Florida requires travel and immediate availability. The role serves as the primary point of contact for clients, coordinating the technical and logistical facets of event production to ensure seamless delivery. The successful candidate will lead on-site teams comprising employees and subcontractors, manage show schedules, and carefully track labor and resource usage to optimize event performance while adhering to safety and technical standards. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, communicating detailed production plans, conducting kickoff meetings, reviewing sales documents to align technical solutions with client needs, and assisting sales and operations teams with equipment and technical diagram creation.

During events, the Audio Visual Project Manager maintains visibility and control over all phases of execution including load-ins, show operation, and load-outs, adapting quickly to changes and troubleshooting issues on-site. They uphold compliance with technical and production standards while ensuring client satisfaction through direct communication and post-event debriefing. On the administrative front, this role entails thorough documentation and reporting related to labor hours, equipment changes, and scope adjustments to support internal team coordination and billing processes. With a minimum of three years of experience in the audiovisual industry, the ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, a technical understanding of AV equipment, and a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. This position demands a motivated professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and embraces the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of Marx Productions. Join us to be part of an innovative and supportive team that delivers exceptional live event experiences nationwide.

Job Requirements

minimum 3 years of experience in the audiovisuall industry
supervisory or crew leadership experience preferred
degree in project management, business administration, or related field preferred
strong technical background with working knowledge of AV equipment and live event execution
understanding of technical and construction documents
strong written and verbal communication skills
strong customer service skills
operational logistics experience
strong organizational and multitasking skills
excellent problem-solving skills
ability to work under pressure
ability to travel
valid driver’s license
reliable transportation
ability to meet DOT requirements
ability to pass a background check

Job Qualifications

minimum 3 years of AV industry experience required
1 or more years of supervisory or crew leadership experience preferred
degree in project management, business administration, or a related field preferred
strong technical background with working knowledge of AV equipment, system functionality, and live event execution
understanding of technical and construction documents
strong written and verbal communication skills
strong client relationship and customer service skills
operational logistics experience in live events or production environments
strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects at once
excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
technical diagram knowledge or experience preferred
ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
ability to travel as required
valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work
ability to meet DOT requirements
ability to pass a background check

Job Duties

manage live event projects from concept through completion, ensuring timelines, client expectations, and quality standards are met
prepare and communicate technical production schedules, project scope, and execution plans to internal teams, vendors, and venue partners
identify project resource needs and coordinate with internal departments to ensure requirements are clearly communicated and fulfilled
serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, venue partners, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle
monitor project scope throughout planning and execution, escalating changes through established internal procedures
lead project kickoff meetings with sales, technical, and client teams
review sales documents to help confirm equipment plans and technical positions align with client needs
assist sales and operations teams in determining equipment needs and technical solutions
assist with the creation of technical diagrams when required
provide leadership and direction to Associate Project Managers on multi-PM supported events
collaborate with operations, inventory control, warehouse, and technical teams to support accurate project execution
lead on-site crews and manage execution schedules for employees and subcontractors throughout the event
oversee load-ins, setup, run of show, and load-outs
act as the on-site project leader and primary client contact throughout the event
manage all phases of technical execution from load-in through show operation to load-out
direct on-site adjustments involving crew deployment, timing, equipment usage, and workflow as event conditions change
maintain visibility into equipment and execution needs throughout the event and communicate changes to the appropriate internal teams
ensure compliance with established technical and production standards
follow up with clients on-site to confirm needs are met and equipment is operating properly
participate in post-event debriefs to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improvement
track on-site labor hours, breaks, and overtime for employees and subcontractors during event execution
communicate labor overages, scope changes, schedule impacts, and other show-site issues to the appropriate internal teams in a timely manner
complete post-event reporting and confirm project-related details needed for internal closeout
document on-site changes involving labor, schedule, equipment, or scope to support internal reconciliation and billing
participate in the development and continuous improvement of project management SOPs
conduct review and analysis of proposed events as needed