Senior Technical Director
Company: FREEMAN
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: August 8, 2022
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Job Description:
About Us Freeman is the global leader in events. Whether
virtual, in-person, or hybrid, we are on a mission to redefine live
for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the world's largest
network of experts, our insights are shaping exhibitions, exhibits,
and events that drive audiences to action. Our integrated
full-service solutions leverage a 100-year legacy in event
management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that
matter. Summary The Senior Technical Director manages a team of
Technical Directors and 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. Essential
Duties & Responsibilities Supports their team of Technical
Directors through scheduling, training, and coordination In
conjunction with other leaders, develop senior level relationships
with clients that position Freeman 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 Mentor and
coach team members in an effort to provide development and growth
opportunities Resolve team conflicts as necessary Negotiates client
contracts on behalf of Client Solutions Manager Partners with
client to produce event media content Creates diagrams and for
shows based on budgeted designs; ensure on-site personnel have and
understand this information Assists in the scheduling and/or
recommending of personnel to optimize resources Oversees load-in,
load-out, install, and dismantle of equipment Coordinates and/or
assists both technical and labor crews Responsible for ensuring the
correct specification setup and optimization of event requirements
Supervises the installation, optimization, and monitoring of
technical systems Oversees installation for full-time, part-time
and contingent labor force Directs workflow for teams at events
with a high degree of complexity Oversees scenic construction to
ensure it is within established show design parameters Produces
stage scenic involving multiple elements, mediums, and materials
Produces events with multi-elements switching and cues Generates
and maintains a comprehensive production book and schedule for each
event Coordinates logistics with multiple vendors for all events
needs Coordinates and supervises on-site labor and review any labor
budget impacts with Client Solutions Manager Calls complex show
cues for all technical disciplines Stays abreast of industry trends
and knowledge Mentors production team and provides informal
training programs Performs other duties as assigned Education &
Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; college
degree in related field preferred Minimum 15 years experience
working in project management with a minimum of 10 years focused on
corporate events, entertainment, or theater; or equivalent
combination of education, certification and experience Ability to
engineer instructions in written, oral, or diagram form Ability to
communicate how to install and troubleshoot various related
equipment Ability to incorporate advanced problem-solving
techniques with labor team Ability to apply concepts of basic
algebra and geometry to relevant situations Ability to calculate
figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and
volume Experience drawing system design in AutoCad or VectorWorks
Ability to develop and interpret AutoCad, VectorWorks, and/or
architectural drawings and renderings Proven aptitude in CAD
programs and MS Office suite In-depth knowledge base of audio,
lighting, video, and set systems Ability to navigate ambiguous
situations Diplomacy and tact in high-pressure situations involving
different personality types Participation in formal leadership
training Experience delivering formal training programs to diverse
groups Strong general business acumen Travel Requirements Travel
25% to 50% Diversity Commitment At Freeman, 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. #LI-Remote
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