Director of Experiential Fabrication- Miami, FL (Onsite)
About The Position
Loud & Live is seeking an experienced and highly creative Director of Experiential Fabrication to lead the design-build execution of immersive environments, live event installations, festival infrastructure, scenic fabrication, branded experiences, and custom venue builds. This role is ideal for a hands-on builder and operational leader with a unique blend of experience across entertainment production, theatrical/set construction, experiential fabrication, touring environments, and commercial construction. The ideal candidate thinks like a creative producer, executes like a general contractor, and leads like a shop foreman. The Director will oversee construction logistics, scenic builds, fabrication teams, warehouse/shop operations, installation crews, vendor coordination, and project execution from concept through completion. This role will work closely with creative, production, operations, and executive leadership to bring large-scale experiences and environments to life safely, efficiently, and at the highest standard of quality.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in scenic construction, entertainment fabrication, experiential production, theatrical builds, live events, touring productions, or commercial construction management
- Strong hands-on knowledge of carpentry, scenic fabrication, construction methods, and installation logistics
- Experience leading build shops, fabrication teams, or construction crews in fast-paced environments
- Ability to interpret renderings, CAD drawings, construction plans, and production layouts
- Strong understanding of live event production environments and operational execution
- Proven experience managing multiple concurrent builds and deadlines
- Excellent leadership, communication, budgeting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing production needs
- Proficiency in project management tools, construction scheduling, and production workflows preferred
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during active builds and event periods
Nice To Haves
- Background in themed entertainment, film/TV scenic construction, Broadway/theatrical production, experiential marketing, or immersive event environments
- Experience working with large-scale festivals, touring productions, or temporary event infrastructure
- Knowledge of rigging, staging systems, truss structures, scenic automation, and production integration
- Experience with AutoCAD, Vectorworks, SketchUp, or similar design/build software preferred
- Forklift, scissor lift, and OSHA certifications preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the construction and fabrication of stages, scenic environments, branded activations, themed installations, temporary structures, VIP experiences, and event infrastructure.
- Translate creative concepts, renderings, and production designs into executable build plans and physical environments.
- Oversee custom fabrication projects including carpentry, scenic finishing, metalwork, millwork, signage, lighting integration, and structural installations.
- Collaborate with creative teams, production designers, architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure builds meet both creative vision and operational feasibility.
- Develop innovative construction approaches for immersive and non-traditional event environments.
- Manage fabrication shop operations including build schedules, staffing, inventory, equipment, workflow, and safety compliance.
- Lead and mentor carpenters, fabricators, painters, installers, freelance crews, and technical labor teams.
- Build and maintain a scalable network of freelance and specialty trades for large-scale projects and event builds.
- Establish SOPs, quality standards, and operational systems for construction and fabrication workflows.
- Ensure proper maintenance and organization of tools, materials, equipment, and warehouse assets.
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, labor planning, procurement, transportation logistics, and installation schedules.
- Coordinate all phases of load-in, installation, strike, and load-out operations for events and productions.
- Manage vendor relationships including scenic houses, fabricators, rental providers, production suppliers, trucking/logistics partners, and specialty contractors.
- Develop construction schedules and ensure projects remain on time and within budget.
- Troubleshoot structural, operational, and logistical challenges in real time during active builds and live event execution.
- Support permanent and semi-permanent venue development projects including bars, VIP areas, hospitality environments, modular structures, and operational infrastructure.
- Assist in evaluating venue feasibility, infrastructure requirements, and operational buildouts for new projects and properties.
- Coordinate permitting, inspections, engineering approvals, and compliance requirements where applicable.
- Partner with Venue Management for temporary and permanent site infrastructure including fencing, power distribution, utilities, storage, and back-of-house functionality.
- Ensure all builds, installations, and operational procedures comply with safety regulations, engineering requirements, and venue standards.
- Implement best practices around construction safety, rigging awareness, equipment operation, and job-site management.
- Conduct safety meetings and maintain a culture of accountability and professionalism across all crews and vendors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
