V1 / Video Department Lead

Centric Events – Phoenix, AZ

Help Us Create Experiences That People Talk About Long After the Event Ends.

Centric Events is looking for a high-level V1 and Video Department Lead who is passionate about storytelling, production excellence, leadership, and creating unforgettable event experiences.

This role is much bigger than simply “running video.” We are looking for someone who can own and grow the video department while also serving as a lead-level V1 on corporate events, concerts, galas, conferences, worship events, and live productions throughout Arizona and beyond.

If you thrive in high-pressure environments, love solving problems, enjoy building systems, and want to help shape the future of a growing production company — this role may be for you.

About Centric Events

Centric Events is one of Arizona’s highest-rated event production and rental companies, focused on audio, video, lighting, staging, and event experiences. We exist to build and equip a team of next-level pros that flawlessly plan, prep, and execute events that win a client’s business again and again.

We are not a “clock in and clock out” company. We are a team of hands-on problem solvers, creators, and event professionals who care deeply about execution, culture, and client experience.

Position Overview

The V1 / Video Department Lead is responsible for:

• Leading video execution on events
• Programming and operating video systems
• Managing LED wall systems, switchers, playback, and signal flow
• Supporting projection and screen systems
• Helping standardize and organize the video department
• Assisting with prep, maintenance, and gear strategy
• Training and developing video team members
• Supporting warehouse and event operations when needed
• Helping improve workflows, systems, and execution standards

This role is both technical and leadership-oriented. We are looking for someone who can not only execute events at a high level, but also help build the future of our video department.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Event Execution

Serve as lead V1 on corporate and live production events

• Program and operate switchers and video systems
• Manage playback systems and show flow
• Build and troubleshoot signal flow and routing
• Operate and support LED wall systems and processors
• Support camera systems and live IMAG workflows
• Execute clean and professional show files and graphics workflows
• Ensure video systems are show-ready before events
• Maintain a calm, solutions-oriented mindset under pressure

Department Leadership

• Help oversee and organize the video department
• Assist with gear maintenance and quality control
• Develop standards, labeling systems, and workflows
• Help identify future equipment and infrastructure needs
• Train and mentor newer technicians
• Assist leadership in improving department efficiencies
• Help maintain department cleanliness and organization

Team & Culture

• Lead by example with professionalism and ownership
• Support and encourage team members
• Communicate clearly with project managers, sales, and field teams
• Help create a healthy, positive, growth-oriented culture
• Be willing to jump in and help wherever needed

Preferred Experience

We understand no candidate checks every box. Strong candidates may come from touring, corporate AV, church production, broadcast, or live event environments.

Experience with some or all of the following is preferred:

• Black Magic Switchers & Gear
• Resolume
• ProPresenter
• Playback Pro
• Novastar
• LED wall processing and setup
• Projection mapping
• Camera shading and IMAG systems
• SDI, NDI, fiber, and networking workflows
• Corporate event production
• Live streaming workflows
• Show file creation and signal management
• Event leadership experience
• Warehouse and prep workflows

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Highly organized
• Solutions-oriented
• Calm under pressure
• A self-starter
• Humble and coachable
• Passionate about production
• Able to lead while remaining hands-on
• Strong at communication and teamwork
• Motivated to build systems and improve processes
• Willing to own problems and help solve them

We care just as much about culture fit and attitude as technical ability.

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a full-time position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

The event industry is not a standard Monday-Friday environment. Evening, weekend, holiday, and long event days are a normal part of this role.

Some travel may occasionally be required.

When not onsite at events, this role will support warehouse prep, department organization, equipment maintenance, training, and production planning.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is based on experience, leadership ability, and technical skill level and will be discussed during the interview process.

Expected total gross compensation for this full-time position ranges from $52,000 to $64,000 annually. Pay is calculated using a dual-rate hourly structure — standard hourly rates for shop/prep days ($24.00–$26.00/hr) and elevated premium rates/bonuses on active show days ($30.00–$36.00 /hr OT) when client budgets allow.

Full-time team members are eligible for:

• Medical insurance (company contributes 50% toward employee coverage)
• $30,000 life insurance policy paid 100% by the company
• 401(k) plan with company match eligibility
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Equipment usage benefits
• Growth and leadership opportunities

Why Join Centric?

We are building something bigger than events.

We are building a company that develops people, creates opportunities, and pushes the standard of what event production can look like in Arizona.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Help shape the future of the video department
• Work on high-level productions
• Be part of a fast-growing team
• Grow professionally and technically
• Make a real impact inside the organization

How to Apply

Apply here,

OR

Please send the following via our hiring page on our website:

• Resume
• Portfolio, demo reel, or examples of work (if available)
• Brief introduction about yourself and your production background
• Any certifications or relevant training

To learn more about Centric Events and our culture, visit our website-> about us-> careers

We look forward to meeting passionate people who love production and want to build something meaningful together!