AV Lead

Job Introduction

AV Lead 

Full Time, Permanent position 

Job Purpose

The Onsite Audio-Visual Partner is responsible for owning, operating, and supporting all physical and digital technologies within the PITCH co-creation space. The role ensures the site has the right technology, skills, and support in place to enable effective collaboration, workshops, and events.

Working closely with the Marketing team and Central Co-Creation stakeholders, the role maximises the use of AV, IT, and design technologies to enhance group engagement, storytelling, and creative output.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as the onsite lead for all AV, IT, and design technologies, including training, utilisation, and first-line support
• Partner with Central Co-Creation Marketing Managers and Director to ensure technology is used effectively and appropriately
• Support the Marketing team in enhancing workshop narratives using templates, content, and technology
• Prepare and support presentations and materials for plenary sessions, events, and workshops
• Manage weekly content displayed across all onsite screens
• Build strong working relationships with Workplace Services, IT, and other support teams to resolve incidents efficiently

Key Responsibilities

Technology

• Maintain strong working knowledge of all AV, IT, and R&D equipment onsite
• Act as first-fix point of contact for physical and digital technology issues
• Escalate 2nd and 3rd line issues to appropriate teams
• Deliver training to internal and external users on all relevant technologies
• Support local IT teams and category stakeholders as required

Design

• Liaise with internal and external designers ahead of workshops and events
• Maintain studio digital assets (fonts, image libraries, render maps, etc.)
• Manipulate and create artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Operate and support WATCHOUT (Dataton) multi-display systems

Events

• Provide AV and technology support for presentations, workshops, and events
• Support VC, web-based collaboration, and audio platforms
• De-rig and store mobile AV equipment following events

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Fire regulations
• Report incidents and non-conformances in a timely manner
• Ensure all legal and company HSE requirements are met

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven problem-solving and diagnostic ability
• Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible approach to working hours, including out-of-hours event support

Technical Experience

• AV control systems (AMX, Crestron)
• WATCHOUT (Dataton) multi-display systems
• Video projection and VC platforms (Cisco / Tandberg)
• IP networking, patching, and collaboration platforms
• Apple (macOS/iOS) and Microsoft Windows & Office
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Filming, photography, and video editing
• Basic electrical/mechanical knowledge and soldering

Why Sodexo?:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. 

Belong in a company and team that values you for you. 

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way. 

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support 
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

Ready to be part of something greater? 

Join a team that values you for being you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications