Does Five-Star AudioVisual pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Five-Star AudioVisual employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Five-Star AudioVisual. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Five-Star AudioVisual?

57% of Five-Star AudioVisual employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Five-Star AudioVisual 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Five-Star AudioVisual?

AV Technician (11) , Technician (10) , Event Technician (7) , Audio Visual Technician (4) , Director (4) , Regional Director (3) , Account Executive (2) , Assistant Director (2) , Director, Event Production (2) , Sales Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Five-Star AudioVisual according to real employee reviews?

"Very professional culture, clear line of command." ((in 4 reviews)); "Decent benefits for full time employees.." ((in 4 reviews)); "Free meals (at most events)" ((in 3 reviews)); "Can get lucky with really good managers." ((in 2 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Five-Star AudioVisual according to real employee reviews?

"Scattered hours (one week you’ll have 40 hours and next week you’ll get 8), outdated equipment, bad management, bottom of the barrel for AV pay ($20 an hour is not good for AV work)" ((in 6 reviews)); "Pay for new technicians is good, but should be better" ((in 4 reviews)); "no training or growth" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Five-Star AudioVisual layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Five-Star AudioVisual layoffs and their outlook for job security at Five-Star AudioVisual in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Five-Star AudioVisual locations?

Chicago , Naperville , Los Angeles , San Jose , Newport Beach , Monterey , Goleta , Tampa , Oak Brook , Kansas City , Dallas , California City , Costa Mesa , Irvine , Rancho Palos Verdes , Calimesa , San Diego , San Francisco , Santa Barbara , Healdsburg , Philadelphia , California , Key Biscayne , Miami , Clearwater Beach , Palos Verdes Estates , Sandestin

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3.2

57% would recommend to a friend

(90 total reviews)

Robert Tippin

56% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Career opportunities

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Culture & values

3.1

Work/Life balance

3.0

Senior management

Five-Star AudioVisual has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 90 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Five-Star AudioVisual employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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Reviews by job title

90 reviews

5.0

Jun 13, 2025

A Supportive and Dynamic Workplace

Executive assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

As an Executive Assistant at Five-Star AudioVisual's Home Office my experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The company truly values its employees and creates a supportive and collaborative environment. Pros: Incredible Team: The colleagues here are not just skilled professionals but also genuinely kind and supportive individuals. The teamwork and camaraderie make every project enjoyable and successful. Innovative Environment: The company is at the forefront of audiovisual technology, constantly pushing the boundaries and embracing new innovations. This makes the work exciting and keeps us ahead in the industry.

Cons

Honestly, it's hard to find any significant downsides. Like any company, they have their challenges. However, with the current team the positive aspects far outweigh them. Overall, I think Five-Star AudioVisual is a fantastic place to work! I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment.

1.0

May 15, 2025

Terrible AV company

Event technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Free lunch offered at some sites, not always.

Cons

Poor management, racism, sexism, bullying, lying to employees, false promises

2.0

Apr 7, 2025

Plenty of Skill, Lacking in Positive Work Culture

Sales coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Free meals provided at the on-site cafeteria - Issued your own laptop and equipment - Opportunities to be client-facing and build presentation skills

Cons

- Workplace culture is male-dominated - Presence of strong personalities can create challenges with collaboration - Frequent internal complaints and negative attitudes can affect morale

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Jobs at Five-Star AudioVisual

AudioVisual Event Technician - Full-Time - Santa Barbara, CA (135)

AudioVisual Event Technician - Full-Time and Part Time - Park City, UT (33)

AudioVisual Event Technician - Part-Time - San Francisco (Financial District), CA - (92)

AudioVisual Event Technician - Part-Time - Downtown Santa Monica, CA (132)

AudioVisual Event Technician - Part-Time - San Jose (Winchester Neighborhood), CA (44)

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