Technical Director - Chicago, Illinois Job at Jobleads-US in Chicago

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Planning & Execution: Oversee all technical aspects of events, including AV, lighting, staging, and rigging, from pre-production to completion.
• Design Collaboration: Partner with creative teams to bring event concepts to life, ensuring technical feasibility and innovation.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor technical crews, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Technical Oversight: Create and review CAD drawings (Vectorworks or similar) for event setups, including truss structures, staging layouts, and CNC machining files.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors for equipment rental, setup, and technical support.
• Budgeting: Maintain project budgets, optimize resources, and ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Troubleshooting: Anticipate and resolve technical challenges during events, ensuring seamless execution.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in technical direction or event production.
• Proficiency in Vectorworks or other CAD software for detailed event schematics.
• Strong understanding of AV systems, lighting, and staging for large-scale events.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Experience with large venues, such as convention centers (e.g., McCormick Place).

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