Audio Visual Sales for Events

Company: Got Light
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

ABOUT US:Got Light applies a fresh approach to lighting, audio, video, staging, and drape in the special event and wedding industry. We produce hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable events in the City, such as major opening parties and social galas. Our company promotes team-building and maintains high employee retention rates by consistently creating a fun and dynamic work environment.Our Mission: Make Art. Be Proud. Have Fun.ABOUT THIS JOB:The Lead Event Designer will be responsible for account management and the overall management of a select group of event sales and designs from preliminary intake to final contracted sale and fully executed design. This position includes involvement in many facets of event design and technical production, seeing the entire event process through from the first inquiry to the date of the event.JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Respond to a high volume of phone, email, and web inquiries/leads with rapid turn around time lines.
• Work closely with a dynamic and passionate Production & Design Team to produce your event designs.
• Submit contracts, proposals, quotes, and revisions as needed.
• Coach clients through the design process and final design selections to help them realize their event visions.
• Guide clients through audio and video needs when planning events.
• Maintain client relationships during and after hours regularly.
• Be on-call liaison for after hour questions/concerns, during weekdays and weekends (50+ hourly work week).
• Maintain $1.5-2 Million revenue in sales annually.
• Use our extensive inventory and design resources to transform a client's vision into reality.
• Travel to a variety of locations to attend site inspections with potential clients.
• Build ongoing relationships with venues, event managers, and planners.
• Send clients visual options/inspirations, catalogs, and sales upgrades, etc.
• Attend site inspections or office design meetings with potential clients at venues or in Got Light Office.
• Build ongoing relationships with Venues, Event Managers, Planners, and all potential persons in a position of bringing potential revenue to the company (includes attending industry related events, gatherings, tradeshows, or mixers).
• Correspond with clients & co-vendors regularly to finalize crucial event details.
• Support onsite installation crew as needed.
• Other duties may also be assigned.REQUIREMENTS:
  • Industry Experience:
    • 5-7 years experience in sales, event management, production management, and/or special events design.
    • Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area market, venues, and players is a huge plus.
    • Theatrical lighting, audio and video knowledge or event production experience is strongly preferred.
    • Technical Skills:
      • Base knowledge of Lighting, Audio, Visual, & General Production is required.
      • Proficient with Apple Products, Google Suite, and MS Suite.
      • Communication: Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
      • Team-Oriented: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and team-driven.WHAT WE OFFER:
        • A dynamic and creative work environment within a thriving event production company.
        • Opportunities for growth and development in a high-energy industry.
        • Competitive pay and benefits package
          • 15 days PTO per year plus paid holidays.
          • Medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic benefits.
          • For qualified employees, we currently offer a matching 401K.
          • A collaborative team culture where your contributions directly impact the success of our events.SCHEDULE:
            • This is a Full-time 40 hours/week Exempt position with a Monday through Friday office schedule.
            • Candidate will be required to be flexible, working weekends and evenings as needed per event schedule.COMPENSATION:
              • Total Compensation Package $90,000-$130,000 per year.
              • Commission pay.Got Light is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, protected medical condition or any other basis as defined by state, federal or local law. Got Light provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in both the hiring process and during employment as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment any qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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