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The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team.\nSr. AV Operations Specialist | Convene Rathbone, London\nLocation: West End, London\nStart Date: ASAP (December - February)\nCompensation: £40,000-£45,000/annually plus bonus!\nAbout Convene Rathbone\nLocated in the heart of London’s iconic West End, Convene Rathbone is set to open in Spring 2027 as one of the city’s most anticipated new Meetings & Events destinations. The 54,000-square-foot venue at One Rathbone Square will combine Convene’s signature hospitality with industry-leading production capabilities to create a new standard for experiential events. Purpose-built for immersive experiences, the venue will support everything from high-profile conferences and brand showcases to luxury receptions and bespoke gatherings, bringing together advanced production technology with exceptional event delivery and meaningful human connection.\nAs a member of our opening team, you will play a key role in shaping the culture, guest experience, and long-term success of one of London’s most exciting new event venues!\nAbout the Role:\n Convene Hospitality Group is seeking a talented Senior AV Operations Specialist to join our growing live events business. This is a unique opportunity to help bring extraordinary experiences to life for high-profile clients through the hands-on technical setup and execution of bespoke events where precision, creativity and excellence are essential.\nIn this role, you will support and lead the technical setup and on-site execution of large-scale experiential, social and corporate events from load-in through strike. Working closely with production leads and cross-functional event teams, you will prepare and configure AV systems, troubleshoot in real time and ensure every technical detail runs flawlessly. You will also help delegate tasks to a team of AV technicians while mentoring and developing them to deliver memorable, world-class experiences.\nIf you thrive in fast-paced environments, love being hands-on with technology and are excited to be part of an opening team, this role will put you at the heart of the live event experience at Convene Hospitality Group.\nWhat You’ll Do: \nThe Senior AV Operations Specialist provides and supports all services used to deliver technology to our customers and associates including networking, desktop support, audio, video, HSIA, audio & video conferencing, webcasting, and basic lighting for a variety of corporate meetings and events. The AV Operations Specialist works closely with customers and the AV Management Team to deliver an excellent meeting, conference, and working experience. The person in this role also works directly with the property and event teams to deliver excellent client experiences.\nLead ad-hoc troubleshooting and assistance to customers of all technology competency levels.\nTroubleshoot AV equipment, including but not limited to audio, video, lighting, computer networking systems, and hardware.\nEvaluation and troubleshooting of personal computer hardware and software, peripheral devices, mobile devices, and network component problems.\nLead pre-program coordination with property teams, and the AV Operations Manager, ensuring that all their technological needs are met and in place for their arrival.\nProvide genuine anticipatory customer service by establishing good working relationships with Convene team members, divisions, and vendors.\nAudit tech quotes to ensure review is completed ahead of events and attend PEO, Pre-Con, and pre-production meetings as needed.\nSupervise daily floor operations, manage set up and strike, lead room teams, oversee equipment, and support other ad hoc AV property functions. \nDevelop and maintain positive relationships with clients and assist with any reasonable requests during programs.\nInteract with the Production team to ensure a thorough understanding of the client experience with Convene prior to the start of their meeting/event.\nAssist in any areas of daily operation.\nParticipate in collaborative project efforts with both the technology team and other departments.\nReview and recommend updates to departmental SOPs on a quarterly basis.\nMaintain and uphold Convenes cultural standards\nPerform other duties as requested by management.\nShow initiative and drive to solve problems.\nPortray a polished, professional image according to Convene dress code standards.\nWhat We Look For:\nHigh school diploma/GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred\n4-5 years of experience in supporting AV and IT equipment and computer software systems.\nCustomer service or hospitality experience preferred.\nDemonstrate knowledge of audiovisual equipment including analog/digital audio mixers, wireless microphone systems, seamless video switchers, and projectors/displays.\nPossess a basic understanding of Crestron and other central control systems.\nBasic knowledge of data networking principles, architecture, and applications.\nExperience in the basic installation, configuration, operation and administration of operating systems, applications and hardware for Macs, PCs, LANs, and servers.\nProficient in Microsoft Office, Google worksuite, and Apple iWorks suite of business applications.\nFlexible, long, and weekend hours are sometimes required.\nAbility to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance.\nAbility to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.\nAbility to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period.\nAbility to climb and work on a ladder for lengthy periods.\nEquipment & Technical Qualifications:\nAudio: 4-48 channel analog/digital mixers, wireless microphone lavaliers and handhelds, push-to-talk microphone systems, audio recorders. Familiarity with Biamp Server/Forte systems is a plus.\nVideo: Switchers, projectors, LCD displays, LED Video Walls, Media Server familiarity a plus\nLighting: Knowledge of Lighting Maps, lighting concepts, and lighting best practices, familiarity with rigging.\nIT: Wi-Fi troubleshooting, connecting hardline internet, Knowledge of DHCP/Static IP addressing, operating, other collaboration tools and equipment\nHybrid: Familiarity with virtual meeting and event platform functions as well as live streaming technologies including cameras, encoders, lighting, and transmission protocols i.e. RTMPs/HLS/SRT.\nControl: Familiarity with Crestron control systems and associated hardware, familiarity with AVoIP fundamentals a plus\nWe’re Here For You:\nAt Convene Hospitality Group, we want you to feel supported in every part of your life. Here’s what you can expect:\nHealth & Wellness: Private medical insurance, subsidised fitness and eye care, plus well-being and personal support programs. Because your well-being matters, inside and outside of work.\nTime Off & Balance: 25 days annual leave, bank holidays, and company sick pay.\nFinancial Benefits: Bonus scheme, interest-free loans for rail travel or further education, and a Cycle to Work program. We invest in you so you can grow personally and professionally.\nGrowth & Recognition: Career development opportunities and programs to celebrate your achievements.\n Community & Impact: Volunteer, donate, and make a real impact through your work.\nAt Convene Hospitality Group, we believe great teams are built by bringing together people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork) shape how we show up for each other every day. We want everyone here to feel welcome, supported, and free to be themselves. If you’re excited to grow, learn, and make an impact, we’d love to have you on the team.\nConvene Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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