Event Technical Director
Viva Creative - Rockville, Maryland, United States, 20850Work at Viva Creative
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Overview
This position will work from our Rockville, MD office and require travel.
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the Creative team and Executive Producer to determine the necessary technical support required for any assigned project* Coordinate with vendors to ensure the proper design and execution of the project's full technical needs, including but not limited to scenic, video, audio, lighting, rigging, streaming, and special effects* Work with the Executive Producer to ensure project remains on budget* Create and maintain CAD drawings for the project including referencing vendor drawings* Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that best practices for time, equipment, and safety management are followed* Coordinates on-site schedules so all technical and creative staff work in a cohesive manner* Responsible for on-site management of all technical teams during load-in, execution of the show, and load-out.
Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years of experience in live and/or virtual event production* Understanding of lighting, audio, video, computer networking, and scenic technical equipment, and systems used for both live and virtual events* Highly organized, adaptable, and creative* Willingness to travel* Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed
Requirements:
* Technical Theatrical/Media/Communications Degree (or equivalent practical experience)* Proficiency in at least one Computer Aided Design program (Vectorworks preferred)* Proficient in the operation of both MAC and PC computers* Understanding of IP networks (Internet, Intranet, VPN, Dante, NDI, etc…)* Understanding of current best practices and programs for virtual events* Understanding of life safety standards as defined by the NFPA* Valid Driver's License and Passport or the ability to get one* Microsoft Office, iWork, and Google Suite proficiency