Event Production Technician (Corporate & Private Events)

About Ace Chicago Events Ace Chicago Events is a growing event production company specializing in AV, lighting, drapery, photo booths, and special effects for corporate and private events throughout Chicagoland. We believe great events come from people who care about professionalism, client experience, communication, and attention to detail just as much as the technical side of production. We're known for being dependable, collaborative, and genuinely invested in the success of every event we support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys live events, gets excited about production, and wants to grow their skills within a professional team. The Role This role is ideal for someone who enjoys professional event environments, takes pride in polished execution, and works well with clients, venues, and event teams in fast-paced corporate and social settings. This is a W-2 employee position (part-time with variable hours), not a freelance/1099 role. What You'll Do Set up, operate, and strike AV equipment including audio systems, lighting, and video Troubleshoot technical issues quickly and calmly during live events Anticipate challenges and take initiative to solve problems before they affect the event Communicate clearly and professionally with team members, clients, and other vendors Work alongside experienced technicians while learning Ace Chicago Events' systems and standards Lead small teams when needed and take ownership of assigned responsibilities Contribute to creating visually polished, high-quality event environments Who Thrives in This Role This position is a great fit if: You take pride in creating clean, polished event setups You communicate professionally with clients, planners, venues, and team members You stay calm and solutions-focused in fast-paced environments You are dependable, detail-oriented, and proactive You understand that guest and client experience matters just as much as the technical side You enjoy working on corporate events, presentations, galas, weddings, and private events You work well as part of a team and are willing to jump in where needed What We're Looking For Experience General AV knowledge and live event experience required Experience working weddings, corporate meetings, galas, conferences, hospitality events, or client-facing event environments is strongly preferred. Skills & Work Style Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professional appearance and demeanor on-site Comfortable interacting with clients and venue staff Good visual awareness and attention to detail Reliable, punctual, and professional on-site Leadership Potential Interested in growing into a lead technician role over time Comfortable taking initiative and helping guide others when needed Availability & Transportation Must own a reliable car (required) Must be available for evenings and weekends Comfortable traveling to venues throughout Chicago and surrounding suburbs Employment Classification This is a W-2 employee position Candidates must be comfortable working as a W-2 employee This role is not a 1099 / independent contractor position What We Offer Paid training on advanced AV systems Opportunities for growth and leadership Flexible scheduling A supportive, professional team culture Benefits for eligible employees, including: 401(k) Paid time off Pay based on technical leverl and experiance. How to Apply We do not accept applications through Indeed. Please apply using the link below. The application includes a short questionnaire and the opportunity to upload your resume and cover letter . As part of the application, you will be asked to confirm: Your interest in live events and production Your availability for evenings and weekends Your comfort working in a W-2 employee role Apply here: https://forms.gle/aVL7CkpSJ3Yt9WGLA . Only candidates who apply through the link will be considered.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you own a reliable car?

Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person