
Sr Director, Event Technology I, Venues- The Diplomat Beach Resort, Hollywood FL
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $74,182.00 - $96,437.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Job Description
Encore is a leading event technology company specializing in providing comprehensive audiovisual, event production, and technical services across various venues including hotels, convention centers, and large-scale event spaces. Known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Encore partners with industry-leading venues to deliver world-class event experiences. The organization fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, professional growth, and teamwork. With a focus on leveraging cutting-edge technology and dedicated service, Encore strives to set the standard in the event technology and live event service industry, ensuring client success through tailored and impactful event solutions.
The role of Senior Director, Event Technology (Sr DET I) at Encore is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing sales and operations teams to meet targeted revenue and profitability goals across assigned venue locations. This position is crucial in maintaining and expanding business relationships with key venue partners, including hotel management and production teams, to enhance collaboration and boost business growth. The Sr DET I manages venues generating between $8 million and $20 million in annual revenue and reports directly to a Regional Director or Regional Vice President of Venues.
As Senior Director, Event Technology, the individual will champion a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement within their teams. They will direct strategic planning and execution of event services, ensuring operational excellence and uncompromising service quality. The role demands expertise in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, to optimize profitability while driving customer satisfaction. The Sr DET I leads efforts in technical support, equipment management, and workforce allocation to maximize resource efficiency and maintain top-tier event production standards.
This leadership role also focuses heavily on people development, mentoring staff, and fostering an environment that values learning and quality commitment. The Senior Director will manage human resource activities, including performance management, employee engagement, and succession planning, with keen attention to union labor dynamics where applicable. Embracing Encore's core values, the Senior Director promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and ensures safety compliance across all operations.
The position requires flexibility and readiness to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call status. Physical demands are diverse, involving moderate lifting, walking, standing, and the operation of high-end audiovisual equipment in varied work environments, primarily hotels and convention centers. Encore offers a competitive salary range of $74,182 to $96,437, which can vary depending on experience, location, and skill set, along with potential bonuses or incentives.
Overall, the Senior Director, Event Technology is a strategic, operational, and people-centric leadership opportunity at Encore, suited to a seasoned professional who excels in driving results, nurturing client relationships, and leading high-performing teams in the fast-paced event technology sector.
The role of Senior Director, Event Technology (Sr DET I) at Encore is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing sales and operations teams to meet targeted revenue and profitability goals across assigned venue locations. This position is crucial in maintaining and expanding business relationships with key venue partners, including hotel management and production teams, to enhance collaboration and boost business growth. The Sr DET I manages venues generating between $8 million and $20 million in annual revenue and reports directly to a Regional Director or Regional Vice President of Venues.
As Senior Director, Event Technology, the individual will champion a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement within their teams. They will direct strategic planning and execution of event services, ensuring operational excellence and uncompromising service quality. The role demands expertise in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, to optimize profitability while driving customer satisfaction. The Sr DET I leads efforts in technical support, equipment management, and workforce allocation to maximize resource efficiency and maintain top-tier event production standards.
This leadership role also focuses heavily on people development, mentoring staff, and fostering an environment that values learning and quality commitment. The Senior Director will manage human resource activities, including performance management, employee engagement, and succession planning, with keen attention to union labor dynamics where applicable. Embracing Encore's core values, the Senior Director promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and ensures safety compliance across all operations.
The position requires flexibility and readiness to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call status. Physical demands are diverse, involving moderate lifting, walking, standing, and the operation of high-end audiovisual equipment in varied work environments, primarily hotels and convention centers. Encore offers a competitive salary range of $74,182 to $96,437, which can vary depending on experience, location, and skill set, along with potential bonuses or incentives.
Overall, the Senior Director, Event Technology is a strategic, operational, and people-centric leadership opportunity at Encore, suited to a seasoned professional who excels in driving results, nurturing client relationships, and leading high-performing teams in the fast-paced event technology sector.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
- minimum 7 years of audio-visual experience
- minimum 7 years of operations supervisory or management experience
- 5 years customer service or hospitality experience preferred
- strong relationship management skills
- financial acumen including sales planning, forecasting and CRM
- excellent communication and presentation skills
- ability to lead growth initiatives
- proficiency in computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of audio-visual experience
- 7+ years of operations supervisory or management experience
- 5+ years customer service or hospitality experience preferred
- effective relationship management skills
- strong financial acumen including sales planning, forecasting, and CRM
- excellent written and oral communication skills
- ability to support growth initiatives
- proficiency with computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office
- effective leadership, customer satisfaction, and people development focus
Job Duties
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients at all levels
- service high profile and visibility events
- act as a point of escalation when needed
- establish and maintain valuable industry relationships
- identify key issues and decision makers for contract renewal
- create and participate in business review presentations
- identify new revenue opportunities and partner with regional leadership
- manage efficient and profitable operations with focus on revenue maximization
- support achievement of financial goals through collaboration
- train and direct leadership teams to complete reports
- analyze reports and budgets to manage the business
- enforce billing system utilization and approval
- collaborate during operational planning processes
- review location P & L and develop action plans
- confirm timely payment processing
- plan and execute events according to production standards
- hold operations team accountable for daily floor operations
- direct equipment inventory control and maintenance
- analyze schedules and resources for labor and equipment sharing
- ensure management presence at venue meetings
- review events and budgets with operations leadership
- collaborate with regional teams as necessary
- perform duties akin to running an independent business
- accountable for budgeted revenue completion
- provide technical support and act as escalation point
- ensure staff technical competency
- utilize company computer systems effectively
- manage security and maintenance of equipment
- analyze equipment needs and submit CAPEX requests
- utilize systems to improve efficiencies
- conduct site visit reviews for SOP adherence
- cultivate and maintain relationships with customers and supporting departments
- direct team to exceed customer expectations
- monitor events and customer satisfaction
- enforce team professional image and standards
- foster company core values
- promote culture of high performance and accountability
- manage performance and staffing
- navigate union labor market
- lead human resource activities
- mentor and coach team members
- ensure training compliance
- review succession planning
- recommend training opportunities
- enforce safety practices
- partner with leadership and HR to analyze engagement
- implement DEI initiatives
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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