avad3 Event Production-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Director
Onsite • Lowell, AR
11-50 employees

At avad3, we produce over 100 unique events every year, serving clients nationwide. We create unforgettable experiences that go above and beyond expectations. Our mission is to deliver flawless events that amplify our clients' messages and leave lasting impressions. At avad3 Event Production, we’re looking for a systems-minded, operations-driven leader to oversee the gear, people, and technology that power our events. The Technical Director role blends hands-on shop leadership with strategic thinking about gear lifecycle and company-wide IT systems. You’ll lead our team of production techs and with clear direction and ensure our internal IT setup supports our team’s success. This role combines mentorship, technical operation and process improvement with time in the field doing the production work you love.

  • Manage our team of production techs, ensuring focus, alignment and professional growth
  • Develop & execute our gear strategy, manage the entire life cycle of gear, making sure that it is well-maintained, organized and ready to deploy
  • Oversee technical design and engineering for our events
  • Oversee company-wide IT systems
  • Serve onsite as the lead production tech on a variety of local and national shows
  • 5+ years of professional work experience
  • 2+ years of experience managing people (employees or volunteers)
  • 5+ years of experience in production operations, or event tech leadership for live events
  • Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays and out-of-state events, sometimes on short notice
  • Valid driver’s license required; ability to drive vans and box trucks a plus
  • Comfortable with physical labor, including lifting heavy gear, loading/unloading trucks, and working long hours during show cycles
  • Creative set design
  • Technical drawing software such as Vectorworks
  • Clear Comm Digital Wireless Intercom
  • Blackmagic Design ATEM, Panels, Streamdecks
  • Camera Shading/Painting/CCU Setup, Robotic Cameras
  • LED Video Panel Design and Deployment
  • Advanced Projection & Blending
  • Wireless microphone frequency coordination
  • Line array design and deployment, “Smaart” software
  • Digital console configuration, DSP, Dante
  • Basic audio postproduction skills
  • Design, execution, and maintenance of lighting systems
  • Skills in repairing electronic gear: soldering, crimping, etc
  • Power distribution: Strong command of electrical systems and 3-phase distribution systems for events
  • Network configuration
  • Apple computer upkeep
  • Experience leading teams—setting priorities, managing workloads, and training others.
  • Working knowledge of basic IT infrastructure—networking, workstation setup, access management, and troubleshooting (Mac).
  • Exciting Industry Opportunities: Be part of a fast-growing, dynamic company in the live event production world.
  • Career Growth: Enjoy hands-on learning and opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
  • Supportive Team: Join a team that values your unique perspective and contributions.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Start at 20 paid personal days per year, plus 7 paid holidays.
  • Team Culture & Fun: Enjoy annual offsite days, a festive Christmas party, and plenty of team-building fun.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% company match after 90 days of employment.
  • 70% company-paid medical benefits, starting the first of the month following your hire date.
  • 100% company-paid First Stop Health benefits.
  • Additional benefits available, including dental, vision, accident coverage, and more.
  • 100% company-paid life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability coverage.
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