Director, Production

NVE Experience Agency•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

NVE Experience Agency is a brand experience and production agency dedicated to building ideas rooted in culture and guided by the principle that ‘The Right Moment Will Transform Someone Forever.’ NVE’s team of creatives, strategists and producers develop insight-driven ideas rooted in culture to convert consumer attention into commitment, action, and brand loyalty. Summary of Position: NVE Experience Agency seeks a Director of Production to lead production efforts across a retained industry-leader within the tech field. They will be responsible for supervising and coordinating an annual portfolio of events, from conception to execution, with an emphasis on B2B events & experiences. The primary responsibilities are divided between two workstreams: Working with retained client stakeholders to build out annual event plans, inclusive of budget estimations/ resource planning/ timeline development/providing oversight & escalation to production teams & clients. Directly owning projects in the role of an Executive Producer (EP) for large and/or complex B2B events. Strong relationship skills, service mentality and the ability to provide multiple options for solutions are essential to this role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
10+ years of proven event production experience required
Strong project management skills with proven ability to lead teams
5-7 years of management or supervisory experience
Leadership and coaching skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Extraordinary organizational skills, self-motivation and intuition
Thrive in a fast paced, agency environment
Excellent computer skills Microsoft and Apple applications, team project software, social media sites
Thorough understanding of permitting standards (Including but not limited to TPA, Special Event, Fire, Health & Safety, Building & Safety, Noise, etc.) and ability to successfully oversee production timelines and needs as related to permit procurement
Ability to effectively manage tasks across multiple projects/various clients at the same time
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time while working remotely and in a standing position 50% or more of the time while working offsite
Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Have a valid Driver’s License
Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally heavier items
Available to work weekends and evenings as needed for events

Nice To Haves

Experience in producing live (staged) events.
Bilingual abilities preferably Spanish
Experience producing events internationally
Experience with event niche (VIP hospitality, Tradeshow, Keynote, Content Production)
NetSuite experience
CAD experience

Responsibilities

Oversee the delivery of complex, high-profile projects from concept to execution
Establish and enforce production standards and best practices to ensure operational excellence
Serve as a strategic problem-solver, managing escalations and offering proactive solutions
Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and long term engagement
Guide teams in managing client expectations, scope, budgets, and timelines with confidence
Partner with Group leadership to align on client needs and project scope
Ensure all projects meet profitability targets while maintaining the highest quality standards
Oversee resource allocation across assigned projects, optimizing efficiency and ensuring the optimal use of internal and external resources to meet project goals.
Develop (in collaboration with account leadership) appropriate short/medium/long term business plans, inclusive of forecasting and hitting billable targets, and recommendations for net-new headcount needs.
Lead production efforts across a retained client, and annual calendar of event activity
Scoping projects
Developing workback timelines
Developing indicative Budgets
Identifying staffing needs & building staffing Plans
Advising clients as an SME for production
Overseeing project teams as point of escalation (for projects where not assigned as the EP)
Work alongside new business & client services, to expand breadth of work with the brand
Lead the execution of large and/ or complex B2B projects as an EP
Lead in kick-off meeting
Define roles and responsibilities of the project team
Lead development of production schedule, project documents and organization of information
Participate in creative development
Own project management & project delivery.
Organize and manage communications between event team members
Manage freelance resources
Look for innovative solutions to production methods
Budget Management & ensure overall project health
Develop Production Talent
Lead, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams, fostering career growth and professional development
Define career development plans and succession strategies to support internal growth
Foster a positive, high-performing team culture centered on collaboration and innovation