TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/PRODUCTION MANAGER-Business Meetings & Live Events

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/PRODUCTION MANAGER---Business Meetings & Live Events Full‑time Company Description: Company is a leading Business Meetings & Events production house. Responsibilities Act as the key Technical/Production Manager, overseeing production of trade shows, events, meetings, road shows, mobile tours, and other live events to deliver impactful brand experiences. Supervise a team of Project Coordinators, Project Managers, Show Technicians, Freelancers, and Subcontractors; assign projects to Project Engineers who act as project managers. Manage 10–15 direct reports and maintain operational excellence across all production phases: lighting, audio, video display, video production, presentations, entertainment, special effects, power, rigging, scenery, carpentry, computer graphics, signal transmission, labor management, venue coordination, travel, touring, and trucking. Develop and enforce production processes, manage budgets, prepare quotes, subcontract gear rentals, and coordinate union crews. Design, install, and operate multi‑projector blended image events and produce creative event programs that connect audiences and drive results. Produce CAD drawings for room layouts and rigging systems, and ensure all technical aspects align with client objectives. Maintain a safe driving record and manage travel/logistics for field events. Qualifications Minimum 10 years of experience in live production, with demonstrated management of a department and implementation of new processes. Proven experience designing, installing, and operating multi‑projector blended image events. Strong expertise with audio, LED, rigging, and CAD drawings of room layouts and rigging systems. Track record managing budgets, producing quotes, sub‑renting gear, and working with union crews. Strong customer‑service, interpersonal, and communication skills with a professional demeanor and efficient time‑management. Minimum of two years college or equivalent experience. Preferred: safe driving record, and ability to coordinate large, multi‑phase productions. Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $100,000 to $125,000, depending on background and experience. Company provides comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance. Location Michigan‑based All your application information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kemper Associates