Marcus Evans, founded in 1983, is a global business intelligence and event company, with 49 offices in 20+ countries. Our client base is comprised of c-level executives from 98% of existing fortune 1000 companies, and are world leaders in a variety of industries, such as healthcare, legal, pharmaceutical, investments, energy, packaging, etc.
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Freelance AV Technician to join our team, supporting our Lead AV Technician in running onsite AV operations at our Berlin summits. We have approximately 4 dates a year so for the right candidate there is an opportunity for ongoing work.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Lead AV Technician to set up, operate, and dismantle AV equipment and kits for summit events.
Assist in maintaining equipment by ensuring proper handling, storage, and testing procedures are followed.
Offer onsite technical support during summit events, including troubleshooting AV equipment issues under the guidance of the Lead AV Technician.
Adhere to company guidelines, policies, and quality standards to ensure professionalism and excellence in AV operations.
Collaborate with team members to create a supportive and efficient work environment.
Continuously improve technical skills and knowledge of company equipment to enhance performance and contribute to the success of summit events.
Communicate effectively with onsite team members to ensure smooth operation and successful outcomes.
Remain flexible and adaptable to meet changing event requirements.
Take initiative to anticipate and address potential issues, contributing to the overall success of summit events.
Uphold a positive and professional attitude at all times, representing the company with integrity and dedication.
Requirements
Available to work in Berlin.
A high level of English language.
Advanced level of German language.
Candidates should be able to commute daily from their residence to the event location in Berlin.
A basic understanding of audiovisual technology and equipment.
Experience with lifting heavy items for event setup and strike is highly valued.
Familiarity with operating presentation software, managing slides, and handling multiple microphones during live events.
Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions effectively.
Willingness to learn and take direction from the Lead AV Technician.
3-5 years of experience as an AV Technician within a rental company or event venue.
Experience working with LED screens for events.
A proven ability to collaborate effectively with staff in a diverse environment.
An ability to maintain a positive mindset and execute under pressure.
Excellent time management.
Friendly, helpful, confident, and engaging personality.
Benefits
Gain valuable experience working alongside an experienced international team.
Opportunity for growth and development in the AV industry.
Hands-on training and support provided by experienced professionals.
All meals are provided during working hours at the summit.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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It's been more than 30 years since entrepreneur and Chairman of the Group, Marcus Evans, launched the first of his businesses. Today, the Group has grown into one of the world's leading business information companies, delivering intelligent and strategic information to forward-thinking Companies at more than 1000 events globally each year.
Our Portfolio
With this wealth of experience at our core, the marcus evans portfolio is now as diverse and successful as the people that help deliver it: marcus evans Summits, Conferences, Forums & Professional Training, The Hospitality Group (THG), The Artists Partnership, Linguarama and Ipswich Town Football Club.
Where and Who We Are
We're located in more than 60 countries worldwide and currently employ around 3,000 people. We've earned our place as a global leader in business intelligence, with our sophisticated lead qualification, face-to-face facilitation and process discipline.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our mission, vision and values are our constant; the backbone of our organization in its entirety. It's these principles that drive us as individuals and as a Company to help our clients succeed - every. single. day.
Why We Matter
We matter to business because we've remained contemporary. There continues to be a strategic place for us in the market; there's a relevancy to what we do for businesses globally. In a nutshell, we help clients achieve their strategic goals by providing market intelligence that’s nearly impossible to find alone, when time and resources are limited. We craft products that help clients drive their organisation’s growth in a more timely, and cost effective way. We listen to what our clients tell us, so we too continue to develop our capabilities for them. That's our secret. We listen and we act! We’re well known for the quality of our offerings.
