Head of Production / Technical

Studio Blue, part of The Freeman Company's collective of expert brands, fills the production gap between creative agencies and AV providers, collaborating with clients to produce flawless events. At Studio Blue, our team members make brand stories impossible to ignore. We're built to support clients who need expert AV production to tell their story clearly and confidently in high-stakes environments like conferences, summits, press conferences, and internal special non-traditional events.

The Technical Director develops, oversees, and directly implements creative concepts and strategy for clients. The role is responsible for technical leadership, management and staffing as it pertains to the production process from point of opportunity to point of completion. This role is responsible for the planning and coordinating technical requirements for produced events.

It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. Supports a team of Technical Directors through scheduling, training, and coordination.

Develops senior level relationships with clients that position Studio Blue as a strategic partner advisor leading to account growth and successful project delivery.

Works closely with clients, sales staff, operations, and project managers to develop event designs and to coordinate pre-production, onsite, and post-production activities in line with event budget.

Mentors and coaches team members to provide development and growth opportunities.

Participates in the selection or evaluation of resourcing for projects including Contingent resources.

ensures on-site personnel have and understand this information.

Oversees load-in, load-out, install, and dismantle of equipment; Supervises the installation, optimization, and monitoring of technical systems; Oversees installation for full-time, part-time and contingent labor force.

Produces stage scenic involving multiple elements, mediums, and materials.

Coordinates and supervises on-site labor and review any labor budget impacts with EP and Client Solutions Manager.

Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required.

Minimum 15 yrs experience working in project management with a minimum of 10 yrs focused on corporate events, special events, entertainment, or theater; Ability to communicate how to install and troubleshoot various related equipment.

Proven aptitude in CAD programs; ability to develop and interpret AutoCAD, VectorWorks, and/or architectural drawings and renderings.

In-depth knowledge base of audio, lighting, video, and set systems.

Experience delivering training programs to diverse groups.

Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office.

Travel Requirements
Travel 25% to 50%

These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full‑time people may be eligible for. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, Accident and Disability

Retirement with Company Match

Diversity Commitment
At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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