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Event Supervisor jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist at hospitality groups, convention centers, and corporate event firms that build degree-level roles around logistics, budget oversight, and vendor coordination. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting status for up to three years with extensions to six.
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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 years 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.
COMPENSATION
- 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. We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences.
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 years 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.
COMPENSATION
- 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. We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Event Supervisor
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Event Supervisor roles qualify as specialty occupations only when framed around degree-level duties like financial planning, contract negotiation, or strategic vendor management. Document how your hospitality, business, or communications degree directly supports those functions before approaching sponsors.
Search LCA filings by event-related SOC codes
Use the OFLC Wage Search to pull certified LCA filings under Meeting, Convention, and Event Planner occupation codes. Employers who have filed recently are already comfortable with the process and are far more likely to sponsor again than first-time filers.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by Event Supervisor and related hospitality roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored the role before.
Clarify multi-venue work before your LCA is filed
If your role involves supervising events across multiple venues or cities, each worksite needs its own certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer early so the right worksites are listed and certified before your start date.
Request H-1B cap-exempt status at universities or nonprofits
Corporate event teams at qualifying universities, nonprofits, and research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file an I-129 with USCIS at any time of year without entering the annual selection process. This is worth targeting if the annual cap is a timing concern.
Review the O*NET profile before your petition is drafted
The O*NET occupation profile for Event Supervisors lists the degree-level knowledge domains your employer should emphasize in the specialty occupation analysis. Reviewing it before your I-129 is drafted helps ensure the job duties description aligns with what USCIS expects to see.
H-1B Visa Event Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Event Supervisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. An Event Supervisor position qualifies as a specialty occupation only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as business administration, hospitality management, or communications. Generic coordination tasks alone are not sufficient. The employer's job description and your degree must clearly connect for USCIS to approve the petition.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Event Supervisor roles?
Corporate hospitality groups, convention center operators, hotel chains with dedicated events divisions, and large universities with conference services departments are the most active sponsors. These employers regularly file LCAs for degree-level event roles. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specifically for Event Supervisor and related positions.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer cancels a major event contract?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not to any specific event or contract. As long as your employer maintains your employment and the underlying I-129 petition remains valid, your status is unaffected by individual contract losses. If your employer terminates your position entirely, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file a transfer petition.
Can my H-1B cover event work at different venues across multiple cities?
Only if each worksite is covered by a certified Labor Condition Application. A single LCA filed for your primary office does not automatically cover temporary assignments at event venues in other cities. Your employer must file a new LCA for any worksite not already listed, and that LCA must be certified by DOL before you begin work at the new location.
How long does H-1B sponsorship last for an Event Supervisor position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years. Your employer can file an extension petition to reach a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, further extensions require an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending adjustment of status application. There is no provision that automatically extends status beyond the six-year cap based on continued employment alone.