Director of Production

Spotlight Events•Eagle, ID

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Spotlight Events, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP), a purpose-driven organization headquartered in Eagle, Idaho. For nearly three decades, our brands— Spotlight Dance Cup and LEAP National Dance Competition —have stood at the forefront of the competitive dance industry, producing approximately 90 events in 30 states and 50+ cities annually. Our Mission is simple: Inspire and Celebrate Young Adults through the Arts. Powered by the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and grounded in accountability, excellence, and growth, we are rapidly expanding our national footprint and seeking dynamic leaders who can grow with us. The Director of Production is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Spotlight’s event production, including AV, staging, media, logistics, and personnel. This individual leads the Technical, Media, and Production teams to ensure consistent execution, maintains high show quality across all venues, and builds scalable systems that support growth and innovation.

Requirements

7+ years in live event production, including technical crew oversight and logistics
Deep understanding of AV, staging, lighting systems, and media workflows
Strong leadership, organizational, coaching, and delegation skills
Experience managing multidisciplinary production teams in a multi-location or touring environment
Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills
Budget management and cost analysis expertise
Proficient in QLab, DMX, CAD, rigging, audio boards, camera systems, and editing software
Self-starter with a high degree of ownership and initiative
Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and tight timelines
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Production, Theater, Media, Event Management, or related field preferred
Technical certification or equivalent field experience required

Nice To Haves

Touring experience with large-scale live events strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide executive oversight of all production-related departments, including Technical, Media, Logistics, and Event Production teams.
Directly supervise Production Manager, Supervisors, and supporting Production Team, as well as indirect oversight of Seasonal Event Staff and Team Leads.
Design and lead comprehensive production strategies for scalable and consistent event execution across 90+ venues annually.
Ensure production teams execute AV, lighting, staging, and multimedia setup to Spotlight’s quality and brand standards.
Manage high-level logistics planning, including freight & trucking, warehousing, and asset and supply inventory & distribution.
Manage vendor negotiations for A/V, power, internet, and ancillary services.
Collaborate with Media and Marketing teams to align photography, videography, and social media content with brand messaging and delivery timelines.
Oversee the setup and tear down (load-in/load-out) procedures to ensure compliance with safety, timing, and performance goals.
Guide the training, mentorship, and performance development of all full-time and seasonal production team members.
Ensure cross-functional coordination and collaboration between all departments to ensure cohesive execution.
Drive innovation in show design, media technology, and production systems to support brand differentiation and nationwide growth.
Evaluate departmental performance and implement continuous improvements in workflows, staffing, and equipment utilization.
Represent the Production Department at company planning meetings, post-show evaluations, and industry engagements.