Mid Level Special Event Specialist Jobs
Mid level special event specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own event programs end to end, coordinate vendors without close supervision, and guide junior staff through execution. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like ICF, ASML, and Cresta hiring at this level now.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences.
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Mid Level Special Event Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level special event specialist job?
Position yourself by showing ownership, not just participation. Highlight events you managed independently, budgets you controlled, and vendors you sourced and coordinated. Emphasize measurable results like attendance numbers, timeline adherence, or cost savings. Tailor your resume to reflect decision-making authority, and bring a portfolio or case studies that demonstrate your ability to deliver full event cycles without heavy oversight.
Which companies hire mid level special event specialists?
Companies hiring mid level special event specialists right now include ICF, ASML, and Cresta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad range of employers including corporate brands, hospitality groups, nonprofits, and entertainment companies that need experienced coordinators who can run programs independently.
Are there remote mid level special event specialist jobs?
Yes, though the role is largely on-site by nature. About 33% of mid level special event specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically covering pre-event logistics, vendor communication, and project management. Fully remote roles tend to focus on virtual or hybrid event production rather than traditional in-person programming.
How do I move up to a mid level special event specialist role?
Progression from entry level to mid level comes from building a record of increasing responsibility. Focus on taking full ownership of smaller events before moving to larger ones, developing vendor relationships, and tracking outcomes with concrete data. Demonstrating that you can manage timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and make on-the-ground decisions signals readiness for mid level scope.
Which industries hire the most mid level special event specialists?
Mid Level special event specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they rely on events for client engagement, brand visibility, fundraising, or employee experience, all areas where experienced coordinators who can work independently are essential.