Sales Account Manager - Event Staging & Video Production

Account Manager Event Staging AND VIDEO production – Tampa/orlando  Are you an experienced, high-energy Outside Sales Person?   Are you looking for an opportunity to join the LEADING Event Staging and Production Company in the United States?  Do you have the ability to find new business through your networking, affiliations, experience and drive?   If the answer is “Yes!â€�, then we want to talk to you! We are currently looking for a Sales professional with a MINIMUM of 2 YEARS experience in the meeting, events and production industry. Your experience should include selling event technology to the Corporate and Association markets as well developing video, web and other new media content for your clients both large and small. If you meet these qualifications, we have an opening on our award-winning team … and we’re looking for you!  We are AVI-SPL ... The leading audiovisual technology and production company in the United States, with over 40 years of experience and offices nationwide. We provide unparalleled service to our clients, ensuring their success. Over the years, this commitment to services has helped position us as the premiere company providing production and staging expertise for clients, coast-to-coast.  We offer: · Audiovisual technical support· Creative design and production services – scripting, entertainment, video and animation design· Professional staging and rental equipment – Video, Audio and Lighting· Nationwide support Our creative team includes: Producers, Creative Directors, Video Engineers, Audio Engineers, Lighting Directors, Graphic Artists, Scriptwriters, Editors and Programmers – all to engage, motivate and inspire audiences everywhere.  The Account Manager will: Prospect for new clients – both in the local market and nationally Conduct needs analysis Work with our internal teams to develop budgets and proposals  Present the solutions to prospective clients Make the sale --- and reap the rewards It’s essential that you already have a strong understanding of the technical aspects of event technology as well as a thorough grasp of all aspects of video and creative production, event entertainment, and set design.   What we expect (the qualifications):Basic qualifications:-  Working knowledge of Production Services including video, web and multimedia -  Working knowledge of Event Staging Technology and services-  2 years minimum of proven staging and production sales experience-  PC proficiency – Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook -  Able to travel locally and nationally  -- Minimum of High School diploma  The Ideal Candidate will:-  Have existing client contacts -  Have experience understanding and responding to clients’ AV needs and RFP’s-  Have a proactive, can-do attitude, a strong sense of self-motivation & work ethic-  Be a team player, committed to superior client service -- Have strong analytical skills -  Have the ability to multi-task, and manage priorities This position can be based in Tampa or Orlando. These are the best of times to switch your career to the AVI-SPL family – we’re growing, expanding into new markets, and we have tremendous opportunities all over the country.  Yet, we always remember that collectively, it’s our tremendously talented and dedicated employees who make us who we are.   Compensation, benefits, training ... these are important, yes. Absolutely. But actual relationships, a climate for innovation, and respect for the individual is what keeps us Number One. At AVI-SPL, every individual is a valued and respected member of our team. Come & grow with us as you embark on a great career path. Our passion to create customers for life begins and ends with you! Number One in the industry and Number One as a great place to grow a career. First impressions do count, so package your resume in a way that reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and creativity.  Apply here or email resume and cover letter to Careers@AVISPL.COM AVI-SPL offers comprehensive benefit packages including: Paid Time Off, 401k, Medical, Dental, Short & Long-term Disability options, Employee Assistance Plan, Flex Benefit Spending Account, Education Reimbursement, Employee Purchase program, and more.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.OF NOTE: AVI-SPL does not accept general non-specific resumes/applications. Applicants are instructed to indicate the specific position and location of interest. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.AVI-SPL is proud to be:An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D and a Drug-Free Workplace.   View all AVI-SPL Jobs »   |