Associate Technical Director

Associate Technical Director

Location: Inglewood, CA 90301

Hours: Monday - Friday 830am - 530pm, due to nature of our business, looking for someone open to working flexible hours as needed including nights/weekends

Pay: $72,000 - $95,000

Direct hire

An industry leading design and production house that delivers powerful experiences to drive brands and creative culture at large. Our team is passionate about creativity, precision, and excellence, and we are looking for a talented Associate Technical Director to join us in crafting unforgettable experiences.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Associate Technical Director to join our team. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of all technical production disciplines, has expertise drafting production elements within Vectorworks, and experience leading technical planning through all project phases. This role involves working closely with our Creative and Art Directors to bring projects to life.

Key Responsibilities

· Collaborate closely with the design team and other key stakeholders to draft, develop, and support the execution of creative visions.

· Lead technical planning and coordination for projects throughout the design process including: budgeting, RFP, vendor management, technical design, drafting and reports.

· Serve as a primary point of contact for technical queries and issues, both internally and externally.

· Oversee the implementation of technical designs ensuring projects are successfully executed.

· Travel onsite as needed (~25% of the year).

Qualifications

· Proven experience (3+ years) in a technical role within the live entertainment industry, with a strong understanding of live event production and touring processes and workflows.

· Proficiency drafting within Vectorworks and publishing technical packets. Including Spotlight and 3D drafting.

· Must have experience in lighting, video, and scenic disciplines. Additional experience with automation, rigging, power systems, special effects, networking, and audio are a plus.

· Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

· Experience bringing creative visions to life using technical production elements.

· Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce accurate and detailed work.

· Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

· Experience in maintaining positive relationships with production vendors.

· Ability to travel as needed and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support project requirements.

· The ability to work well under pressure and solve problems quickly with little supervision.

· Strong desire to think outside the box, innovate, and create creative solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

· Strong portfolio showcasing relevant experience and skills.

· Comfortable leading large production teams and interacting with vendor department leads.

· Concert touring experience is a plus.

· Knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in live event production.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.