Technical Director

2 weeks ago

Woburn, United States AVFX Full time

AVFX is an event services production company that serves meeting planners, associations, event producers, and exhibit designers. We've built a reputation for delivering exceptional experiences.


Great live production involves detailed planning and precise execution, and it takes a trusted behind-the-scenes team to create the magic that unfolds onstage. Our technicians, engineers, and media producers use advanced AV technology to achieve your goals and engage your audience.


With offices in Boston, Denver, and Orlando, we support events across the country and around the world.

As our clients can attest, our passion shows.


We are seeking an experienced and passionate Technical Director to join the Team. If your expertise aligns with this job description, we are thrilled to connect with you. Apply today


Position Overview

Technical Director is a key contributor at all stages of the event production process, from the initial concept stage to post-production follow-through. Leveraging their strong technical aptitude and collaborative leadership approach, this position works effectively with Technical Producers, Technicians, and clients to ensure a unified vision and a well-executed event.


Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in planning sessions to contribute ideas for project proposals
  • Produce technical drawings
  • Review client provided technical drawings and determine all technical requirements
  • Resolve equipment conflicts with the Equipment Manager
  • Assist Technical Producers with managing timelines for pre-production, show, and post-production
  • Assist Technical Producers with client management
  • Serve as primary client contact on projects
  • Serve as on-site crew chief during setup, show, and strike
  • Create production timelines and show schedules and call cues
  • Foster a supportive, respectful work environment
  • Maintain knowledge of advances in technology, including virtual platforms
  • Adhere to safety protocols in-office and on-site


Skills & Proficiencies

  • Strong project and time management ability
  • Aptitude for critical thinking, decision making decision-making, and problem-solving
  • Excellent interpersonal communication
  • Working knowledge of projection, LED, audio, power, and lighting
  • Familiar with safe rigging practices
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel


Qualifications

  • 3+ years of Technical Director experience and 5+ years in Audio Visual production
  • Knowledge of virtual event platforms, including but not limited to Zoom, Teams, and Vimeo
  • Experience working in the event technology and production services industry, with a concentration in corporate events and/or trade shows a plus
  • Strong CAD skills preferred; Vectorworks preferred
  • Experience with Intellievent Lightning a plus


Work Environment

  • Frequent travel to off-site locations
  • Occasional travel to out-of-state locations
  • Evening and weekend availability is required


Total Rewards

  • Highly subsidized health insurance plan
  • Employer-sponsored Dental, Disability, Life, and Accident insurance
  • Voluntary Vision, Life, and Accident insurance
  • Generous paid time off program
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) Match
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Arts Allowance
  • Childcare Allowance

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