Special Events Technical Director
Luminous Designs is looking for a full time Special Event Technical Director to join our team. The Technical Director is responsible for overseeing the technical aspects and coordination of special events. Coordination includes, securing rentals, crew scheduling, and acting as a liaison between the event designers, sales managers, and warehouse managers. The Technical Director will also produce events and assume the role of an Event Manager, or Operator as needed. Luminous Designs office is located in Farmingdale, NY, and events are typically located in the tri-state (NY, NJ and CT) area.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
-Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Director or Production Manager.
-A degree in technical theater or event production related field is preferred.
REQUIREMENTS:
-Highly knowledgeable of lighting, audio visual and electrical equipment and inventory regularly used in the industry.
-The ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
-Ability to successfully motivate, coordinate, supervise, and manage a team.
-Ability to efficiently coordinate a plan and execute in a timely manner.
-Proven organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail.
-Must possess the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
-Ability to make sound decisions quickly in a fast paced environment.
-Superior customer service skills and professional demeanor while interacting with other vendors, venue staff, clients, etc.
-Ability to adhere to a flexible schedule is imperative to this position. There are mid-week office days and event days. The majority of events take place on nights and weekends. Must be willing to support a Luminous Designs, Inc. event at any time of day or day of week.
-Physical ability to lift and move heavy items.
-Microsoft office experience a must (Excel/Word/Powerpoint).
-Truck Driving experience a must (Non-CDL, 16/26ft box trucks).
-CAD drafting experience a plus (Vectorworks).
-Legally authorized to work in the United States.
COMPENSATION:
-Salary range $65,000-$85,000 per year (based on experience).
APPLICATIONS:
Please include resume, contact information, experience and references.
Luminous Designs is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Please feel free to see our work at www.luminousdesigns.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Nights as needed
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Technical Director or Production Manager: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Farmingdale, NY (Required)
Work Location: In person