Event Technology Sales Manager

Location: KVL’s Pier Sixty Collection (Pier Sixty, The Lighthouse & Current)
Reports To: Director of Event Technology and KVL Management

The Event Technology Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue growth across KVL’s Pier Sixty Collection venues. This role oversees client development, proposal creation, budgeting, and project execution while maintaining KVL’s high standards of service and production excellence. The position includes sales, service, operational, and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming inquiries and develop customized AV proposals aligned with client needs and company standards
• Negotiate budgets with clients to secure business while maintaining production quality and profitability
• Maximize revenue through strategic sales initiatives and account management
• Cultivate new business opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships
• Specify appropriate equipment and manage logistics to ensure successful event execution
• Oversee job budgets to increase revenue and effectively control expenses, including labor and sub-rentals
• Reconcile job costs and prepare projects for billing
• Attend KVL and client meetings as required
• Complete all required paperwork and administrative documentation

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Audio-Visual and/or event sales and project management experience
• Experience in luxury hotel and hospitality venues, conventions, associations, trade shows, corporate events, concerts, exhibitions, and festivals
• Knowledge of current AV production, including lighting, sound, and projection systems a plus
• Proven track record of business development and established professional contacts
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with basic computer applications
• Ability to communicate goals, expectations, and results clearly to individuals and small groups
• Strong networking skills and ability to build relationships across organizations
• Adaptability to changing work demands and a proactive approach to improving operations
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Flexible schedule with availability to adjust as business needs require
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and results-driven

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick/Personal Days
• Employee Referral Program

About KVL Audio Visual Services

For 50 years, KVL Audio Visual Services has provided premier audiovisual support to an exclusive roster of clients throughout Manhattan. Our clients include luxury hotels, event venues, producers, event planners, restaurants, hospitality groups, businesses, tech companies, schools, associations, and nonprofits.

We deliver comprehensive event technology services, including pre-event consultation, equipment selection, setup and dismantling, and on-site technical support. In addition to event production services, we offer a full suite of venue-based AV solutions, ensuring every event is expertly planned and flawlessly executed.