Convene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer & we believe that diverse teams are the best teams. We live our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork) & strive to create an inclusive & equitable workplace where everyone can be their true selves, where we all show up for each other. In line with our goal to be 1% better every day, we are committed to listening, learning, growing & improving. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities & perspectives to join us on this journey.
We are seeking a full-time, experienced AV Technology Manager to join our Operations team at our Downtown NYC property at 225 Liberty Street. This role will support our technical program planning & execution & will report directly into the General Manager.
What Youll Do:
The Technology Manager provides & manages all services used to deliver information technology to our customers & associates including networking, desktop support, audio, video, HSIA, audio & video conferencing, webcasting & basic lighting for different types of meetings & events.
Technology Managers work collaboratively to deliver an excellent meeting, conference, & workday experience. They oversee AV Specialists in supporting/executing customer needs & help manage, train & lead specialists in personal, technical & career development/training. The person in this role also works collaboratively with our sales & production teams to ensure seamless execution for our clients.
- The Technology Manager is responsible for Operations Management:
- Provide ad-hoc troubleshooting & assistance to customers of all technology competency levels
- Management/troubleshooting of AV equipment, including but not limited to audio, video, lighting, computer networking systems & hardware; both in-house & client systems
- Coordinate with clients in advance to preprogram & ensure all their technological requirements are seamlessly in place for their arrival
- Provide consultative support to technology sales for client programs
- Enforce adherence to booking guidelines, optimizing space utilization & revenue generation through audits & participation in weekly program execution order meetings
- Provide genuine, anticipatory customer service by establishing good working relationships with Convene team members & vendors
- Attend planning & pre-production meetings
- Direct day-to-day floor operations of AV Specialists, including set & strike, scheduling, etc.
- Develop a weekly schedule for site execution & coordinate with other locations to share resources for optimal efficiency within the area of operations
- Make personal contact & maintain positive relationships with clients & assist with any reasonable requests during programs
- Collaborate with the sales & planning team to gain a comprehensive understanding of the client's experience with Convene prior to the start of their meeting or event
- Thoroughly prepare & deliver comprehensive sales quotes while employing revenue-maximizing strategies in alignment with Convene's standard operating procedures to optimize value & presenting a commitment to excellence & adaptability to industry dynamics
- Assist in any areas of daily operation
- Responsible for Training & Development:
- Assist with developing a positive employee relations climate, including employee engagement, motivation & coaching
- Participate in collaborative project efforts with both the technology team & other departments
- Participate in employee appraisals
- Mentor AV Specialists to provide a consistent level of customer service
- Interview & hire prospective candidates for all positions in the department
- Well-versed in the latest developments in the event industry & audio-visual trends to meet the demands of corporate conferencing seamlessly
- Review & stay current on all departmental SOPs on a quarterly basis
The Technology Manager will be responsible for weekly financial reporting of client programs, tracking labor hours/dollar amounts, & contributing to monthly & quarterly operations reports in conjunction with the location General Manager.
- Review P&L/General Ledger reports for department/location ensuring accuracy
- Approve & submit vendor invoices to Accounts Payable in a timely fashion
- Participate in annual budgeting process for team members location
- Maintain & uphold Convenes cultural standards
- Perform other duties as requested by management
What we look for:
- 4+ years of experience in managing IT & AV equipment, as well as computer software systems
- Proven experience in leadership roles, including leading team members
- Customer service or hospitality experience preferred
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of audiovisual equipment, encompassing analog/digital audio mixers, wireless microphone systems, seamless video switchers, & projectors/displays
- Understanding of Crestron control & hardware endpoints
- Basic knowledge of data networking principles, architecture, & applications
- Experience in the basic installation, configuration, operation, & administration of operating systems, applications, & hardware for Macs, PCs, LANs, & servers.
- Ability to lead & manage team members effectively, collaborating with internal & external clients
- Familiarity with CRM applications
Physical Requirements
- Flexible, long, & weekend hours sometimes required
- Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, & place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
- Ability to reach overhead & below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, & stooping
- Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time
- Ability to climb & work on a ladder for lengthy periods of time
Equipment & Technical Qualifications
- Audio: 4-24 channel analog/digital mixers, wireless microphone lavaliers & handhelds, push to talk microphone systems, audio recorders, Biamp Tesira systems
- Video: Switchers, projectors, LCD displays, Crestron DM/NVX systems
- Lighting: Up lights, GOBOs, Basic dimming
IT: Wi-Fi troubleshooting, connecting hardline internet, Knowledge of DHCP/Static IP addressing, operate & troubleshoot hard/soft video codecs
- Control: Familiarity with Crestron control systems & associated hardware
Compensation:
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature & level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, & qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties & responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs & conditions.
Base Salary:
Salary Min: $75,000 Salary Max: $82,000
This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan.
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums & maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience & other relevant factors.
Who We Are:
Convene is a premium hospitality company that designs & operates meeting, event, flexible office, & membership spaces. With a network of 38 locations across nine cities in the U.S. & UK, Convene thoughtfully combines beautiful yet intuitive design, fully-integrated technology services, & a warm & welcoming environment to create a turnkey solution for extraordinary meeting & work experiences. Founded in 2009 with the goal of bringing hospitality & lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, Convene partners with the industrys top landlords to deliver increased value to their assets & premium experiences to their tenants. The company counts Hudsons Bay Company, Ares, & RXR Realty among its investors & has been named one of Americas 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes & a Best Workplace by magazine, Fortune magazine, & Built In. Learn more at https://convene.com/
Were Here For You:
At Convene, youll receive:
- Excellent health coverage for you & your family starting day one
- Medical & insurance navigation support through Eden Health
- Flexible vacation time plus time off for your birthday
- A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug & recharge
- 401K plan with company matching
- Professional development support
- A chance to be part of a dynamic, growing team
- The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team & the business in the work that you do
- A culture of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork)
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