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Technical Director (Freelance Opportunities)Tait • New York, NY, US
Technical Director (Freelance Opportunities)

Technical Director (Freelance Opportunities)

Tait • New York, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics


Position Purpose:
Lead a technical production team, contribute to the client relationship, and oversee the planning & execution of events from a technical perspective. Provide excellent customer service, understanding the importance of forging relationships with clients & production partners alike to successfully spearhead a project from beginning to end. Responsible for the “how & why” of all technical operations, including - scenic, staging, audio, video, lighting, rigging, and labor. Must be US based. Hybrid work environment; remote for preproduction and wrap, with on site dates as required by individual projects. Travel: Around 20- 50% of the time, domestic. International possible. (site visits & onsite time- depending on project assignments.)

Responsibilities:
  • Work with Producer to manage client relationships – establishing trust & confidence in the technical team’s capabilities
  • Ensure all technical components of a production are developed & executed flawlessly in keeping with the client’s vision, budget requirements, timeline, and safety standards
  • Play a key role in projects from conception through pre-production, budgeting, onsite execution, and post-production
  • Manage relationships and communications with technical vendors
  • Depending on the project, manage budgets & profit margins (or work in tandem with Producer) for assigned productions
  • Work with project staffing team to outline staffing needs and fill roles as projected within the budget
  • Draft site plans, ground plans, and other layouts as required
  • Oversee & participate in developing pitches & expanding service offerings
  • Grow event capabilities with existing clients and bring new client opportunities to the company
  • Manage expectations (Client, Venue, and Internal), provide feedback, and anticipate challenge before they arise
  • Leading by example, clearly setting expectations, communicating processes, setting goals for improvement, and offering support as necessary
  • Enforce safety standards, follow policies & procedures, and make recommendations as necessary
  • Comfortable working in an office setting, as well as from more rigorous & non-traditional onsite environments

Position Requirements:
  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in live events / entertainment / theatre / production (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • Functional competencies in theatrical staging & rigging, sound reinforcement, production lighting, and audio & video production
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Experience working with & directing union & non-union stagehands
  • Computer skills: Macintosh OS or Windows platform using Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with, or willingness to learn communications and project management tools, such a Slack, Box, Airtable, Concur and Google Docs
  • Have excellent interpersonal & communication skills, both verbal & written. Effectively communicate with staff of all experience levels
  • Have outstanding organizational skills & great attention to detail
  • Take initiative, act responsively, and demonstrate a sense of urgency
  • Anticipate & solve problems before they arise – providing viable & cost-effective solutions
  • Be collaborative, engaged, curious, and solution-oriented
  • Flexibility to work non-traditional hours (nights & weekends) as required
TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.
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