Event Technical Support

Kehoe Designs Inc • Chicago, IL

4d • $20 - $28 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Event Technical Support role is a hands-on position supporting live events from planning through on-site setup, show execution, and strike. This role requires experience in AVL (Audio, Video, and Lighting), live event production, and staffing coordination. The position involves office-based work and on-site event support, with flexibility for evenings and weekends based on event needs. The company emphasizes improving communication, showing genuine care, delivering quality, and demonstrating professionalism.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of live event production in AVL (Audio, Video, and Lighting) experience.
• Hands-on, on-site live event experience is required.
• Experience supporting AVL equipment, event setups, strikes, staging, or production support.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Working knowledge of Audio, Video, and Lighting (AVL) and live event production.
• Comfortable using tools and production equipment.
• Must be available for evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb ladders, and work with tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.; heavier items may occasionally be moved with assistance.
• Comfortable working in heat, cold, humidity, and moderate to loud noise.
• Ability to work safely around AVL (Audio, Video, and Lighting) equipment and active event environments.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of staffing experience is preferred.
• Experience coordinating or staffing event crews is strongly preferred.
• Microsoft Office and scheduling software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support related to AVL (Audio, Video, and Lighting) and other event production needs.
• Support live events from planning through setup, show runs, and strikes.
• Work on-site to assist with event setup, equipment, logistics, and crew needs.
• Support AVL equipment, inventory, subrentals, and production logistics.
• Troubleshoot last-minute AVL and production issues and find quick, practical solutions.
• Assist Project and Shop teams with event preparation, pull sheets, show materials, and equipment.
• Track staffing and event hours in company systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams to confirm event details, timing, logistics, and AVL requirements.
• Coordinate event staffing, schedules, freelancers, and crew communication.
• Assist with recruiting, screening, and onboarding freelance and event staff.
• Support other production needs as required.

Benefits

• Hourly wage: $20-$24/HR in office and $25-$28/HR onsite based on experience.
• Overtime pay will be provided for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek at 1.5x the regular rate of pay, in compliance with Illinois labor laws.
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options available full-time.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): In compliance with Illinois State Law.
• Training & Development: Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend availability.
• Safe and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed