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Event Supervisor jobs are open across hospitality, corporate events, nonprofits, and entertainment, from entry-level coordinator roles to senior and director-level positions, with specializations in venue operations, conference management, and live production. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
The Operations Supervisor leads floor operations with a focus on customer service, staff leadership and development. The Operations Supervisor directly leads the technical team to ensure operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction. This role may also participate in location administrative duties in support of onsite operations and for career development. This position reports to the DET, DOO, or Operations Manager.
Key Job Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Organizes the daily floor activities to ensure the timely set up, refresh and removal of equipment.
- Performs daily floor management including directing the workflow of technicians and assisting management with suggestions for operational efficiencies to venue management and Workforce.
- Ensures flowsheets are updated and properly completed.
- Works with team to establish coordinated communications for the management of events.
- Attends venue meetings as needed (examples: daily banquet event order meetings, pre and post conferences).
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers by following and upholding Encore’s Service Standards and Operational Excellence through the modeling of proper behavior and adherence to Encore procedures.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met, and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Training/Staff Development
- Assists in training technicians on all floor activities.
- Assists in training technicians on the venue’s operational standards and Encore’s service and operational standards.
- Serves as a mentor for new hires by providing guidance and understanding of the technician career journey.
- Models and reinforces a positive working environment centered around company values.
Event Technology
- Responsible for accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of intermediate audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment to keep it presentable and in good working condition.
- Leads the team in proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Participates in physical inventory count processes as requested.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 3-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 3-5 year of audio-visual experience is required.
- External applicants must meet/validate and achieve/complete all training and certifications required for this position, within 60 days of start date. For technical external requirements, view our career path at jobs.encoreglobal.com and "career path" or the direct link below https://jobs.encoreglobal.com/en/career-paths
- Internal applicants must meet/complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore’s Global Learning Training Program in their current position, and for the position they are applying to. Navigate to Connect, HR, Recruiting and Internal Employee Resources to review technical requirements.
- Knowledge of technical theory.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
- Experience leading workflow and team members.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles.
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Competencies
Deliver World Class Service
- Hospitality
- Ownership
Do The Right Thing
- Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
- Directs Work
- Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
- Financial Acumen
Value People
- Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link (https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx).
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
- Sitting: 2-3 Hours
- Standing: 4-5 Hours
- Walking: 4-5 Hours
- Stooping: 2-3 Hours
- Crawling: 2-3 Hours
- Kneeling: 2-3 Hours
- Bending: 2-3 Hours
- Reaching (above your head): 2-3 Hours
- Climbing: 0-1 Hours
- Grasping: 4-5 Hours
Lifting Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Never
Auditory/Visual Requirements
- Close Vision: Continuously
- Distance Vision: Continuously
- Color Vision: Frequently
- Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
- Depth Perception: Frequently
- Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs*: Frequently
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.*
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Hourly Pay Range: $18.93 - $24.60
The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.
Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.
Position Overview
The Operations Supervisor leads floor operations with a focus on customer service, staff leadership and development. The Operations Supervisor directly leads the technical team to ensure operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction. This role may also participate in location administrative duties in support of onsite operations and for career development. This position reports to the DET, DOO, or Operations Manager.
Key Job Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Organizes the daily floor activities to ensure the timely set up, refresh and removal of equipment.
- Performs daily floor management including directing the workflow of technicians and assisting management with suggestions for operational efficiencies to venue management and Workforce.
- Ensures flowsheets are updated and properly completed.
- Works with team to establish coordinated communications for the management of events.
- Attends venue meetings as needed (examples: daily banquet event order meetings, pre and post conferences).
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers by following and upholding Encore’s Service Standards and Operational Excellence through the modeling of proper behavior and adherence to Encore procedures.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met, and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Training/Staff Development
- Assists in training technicians on all floor activities.
- Assists in training technicians on the venue’s operational standards and Encore’s service and operational standards.
- Serves as a mentor for new hires by providing guidance and understanding of the technician career journey.
- Models and reinforces a positive working environment centered around company values.
Event Technology
- Responsible for accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of intermediate audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment to keep it presentable and in good working condition.
- Leads the team in proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Participates in physical inventory count processes as requested.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 3-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 3-5 year of audio-visual experience is required.
- External applicants must meet/validate and achieve/complete all training and certifications required for this position, within 60 days of start date. For technical external requirements, view our career path at jobs.encoreglobal.com and "career path" or the direct link below https://jobs.encoreglobal.com/en/career-paths
- Internal applicants must meet/complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore’s Global Learning Training Program in their current position, and for the position they are applying to. Navigate to Connect, HR, Recruiting and Internal Employee Resources to review technical requirements.
- Knowledge of technical theory.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
- Experience leading workflow and team members.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles.
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Competencies
Deliver World Class Service
- Hospitality
- Ownership
Do The Right Thing
- Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
- Directs Work
- Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
- Financial Acumen
Value People
- Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link (https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx).
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
- Sitting: 2-3 Hours
- Standing: 4-5 Hours
- Walking: 4-5 Hours
- Stooping: 2-3 Hours
- Crawling: 2-3 Hours
- Kneeling: 2-3 Hours
- Bending: 2-3 Hours
- Reaching (above your head): 2-3 Hours
- Climbing: 0-1 Hours
- Grasping: 4-5 Hours
Lifting Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Never
Auditory/Visual Requirements
- Close Vision: Continuously
- Distance Vision: Continuously
- Color Vision: Frequently
- Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
- Depth Perception: Frequently
- Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs*: Frequently
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.*
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Hourly Pay Range: $18.93 - $24.60
The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.
Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.
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Who's Hiring
- Encore Global24
- Vacatia3
- Oak View2
- BCD1
- CAM-PLEX1C
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in event supervisor jobs.
- Two or more years of experience planning or supervising live events
- Ability to manage vendor relationships, contracts, and day-of logistics
- Experience overseeing event setup, breakdown, and on-site staff
- Familiarity with event management software and registration platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication for client and stakeholder coordination
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential preferred for corporate roles
Tips for Your Event Supervisor Job Search
Quantify your event scale on your resume
Hiring managers want to know the size of events you've run. List attendee counts, number of vendors coordinated, and budget scope for each role. Generic descriptions like 'managed events' get skipped over when competing candidates show concrete scale.
Highlight logistics software you've used
Event supervisor postings frequently require familiarity with event management platforms, floor plan tools, and registration systems. Name the specific tools you've worked with rather than writing 'proficient in event software,' which tells employers nothing actionable.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists event supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by event type, not just title
An event supervisor role at a hotel property operates very differently from one at a corporate venue or festival company. Search by event type alongside your title to surface openings that match your actual experience, not just your job name.
Prepare a scenario answer for a vendor conflict
Interviewers for event supervisor roles almost always ask how you've handled a vendor no-show, a last-minute space issue, or a client change on day-of. Walk through one real situation using the problem, your decision, and the outcome.
Negotiate start date around your event calendar
If you have committed events on your current schedule, name them in salary discussions and frame them as professional obligations, not obstacles. Employers in this field understand production commitments and will often accommodate a phased start.
Event Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most event supervisors?
The companies hiring the most event supervisors right now include Encore Global, Vacatia, and Oak View, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Arizona, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitality groups, convention centers, and corporate event firms consistently represent the largest share of postings.
How many event supervisor jobs are remote?
About 45% of event supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid schedules include pre-event planning, vendor communication, budget management, and post-event reporting, while day-of production work almost always requires on-site presence.
How do you become an event supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience in event coordination, venue operations, or hospitality through entry-level roles or volunteer production work. Move into positions where you manage vendors, timelines, and on-site staff directly. Earning a Certified Meeting Professional credential strengthens your application for corporate and conference roles. Consistent experience running events at increasing scale is the clearest path to supervisor-level hiring.
Can you get hired as an event supervisor with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited paid experience if they can demonstrate hands-on involvement in event production through volunteer work, campus organizations, or freelance coordination. Lead with the specific events you've supported, the size of each, and any logistics or staffing responsibilities you held, even informally. Roles at smaller venues or nonprofits are often the most accessible entry points.
What does the event supervisor interview process look like?
Most event supervisor interviews involve an initial phone or video screen focused on your event background and availability, followed by an in-person or video interview with a hiring manager or events director. Expect scenario-based questions about vendor problems, last-minute changes, and staff management. Some employers add a practical exercise asking you to walk through a run-of-show or production timeline for a hypothetical event.
Where can I find and apply to event supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to event supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing.
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