Production Director

Think True • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

As Production Director, you are responsible for all elements of the production for each assigned project/event from start to finish and for executing the approved production-specific Scope of Work in support of client goals and objectives. General responsibilities include management of all production related personnel including, but not limited to, internal producers, outside vendors/suppliers, and will involve leading multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of activation. This person will also play a critical role in the development of programs which will include, concept development, feasibility work, development of the overall project plan, comprehensive pre-production work, budget development, management and tracking P/L, and the overall quality of projects/events. By working closely with internal and external teams in a collaboration manner this person is responsible for executing the approved production-specific Scope of Work. You’re a true team player with expertise in experiential marketing strategy. Your leadership elevates the agency’s production output, resulting in award-winning work. You have the passion to crank up brand impact for some of the world’s leading companies.

Requirements

• BA/BS in marketing, business administration, communications, or related field.
• 8 – 10 years of direct experience in producing/managing large experiential programs and events, preferably with at least 3 years in an experiential agency environment.
• Large event, big budget activations experience, working with large fabricators and multiple vendors for complex activations.
• Very strong client/customer service experience and focus.
• Additional experience in at least 2 of the following specialized areas: audio/video/lighting, mobile marketing tours, set fabrication, live event activations, and corporate meetings.
• Must have an extremely strong and diverse experience base that directly applies to this multifaceted, high demand position.
• Experience with project management tools.
• Strong network of production personnel and service providers to tap for projects and events.
• Experience in digital asset management and tracking (platform and content based).
• Demonstrated work, personal experience in sports and entertainment, multi-cultural, technology, lifestyle industries.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to contribute to the growth of Think True and each of its departments.
• Exceptional and proven organizational, planning, managerial and client interfacing skills.
• Superior management, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent ability to manage internal and external crews and staff.
• Ability to multi-task, manage priorities and commitments, and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a VERY collaborative manner both internally, and with clients.
• Excellent computer skills that include Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint, Word and Excel).
• Ability to manage projects/events within budget.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to pro-actively identify issues/obstacles and effectively create solutions.
• Ability to work independently as well as with expansive internal/external teams.
• Extremely strong working knowledge of and experience with location permitting and insurance processes.
• Strong Vendor relationships and experience with the competitive bidding process.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive and enjoy a fast-paced, dynamic, flexible work environment.
• Must be flexible, and comfortable, in working non-traditional hours as needed (some nights and weekends).
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, challenging, and fun environment.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and positive attitude.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule (1-2 days in office per week) and travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and motivate junior production staff.
• Assist business development efforts in determining feasibility of projects/events and establishing production budgets for new business proposals (RFPs).
• Attend pitch meetings as needed.
• Serve as primary Production team contact throughout project/event with internal and external teams.
• Collaborate with senior level Production, Account, Creative, Strategy, and Technology in establishing a comprehensive project plan.
• Direct and oversee all production related communications, documentation, and required deliverables required by the project in a timely, detailed, efficient, professional, and courteous manner, always maintaining the highest standards of quality.
• Ensure staff execute at the highest level of industry standards and in accordance with company policies and SOPs.
• Establish and maintain best practices and processes that meet client needs and provide continual improvement to our operations.
• Create, manage and meticulously track detailed event and operational timelines.
• Produce detailed operational plans, including servicing and delivery schedules, load in and strike schedules, accessibility issues, on-site communications, weather preparedness and contingency planning.
• Implement plans for staffing procedures, budget tracking, project timelines, critical paths, production schedules, Run of Show, meeting agendas, contingency and emergency actions, etc. created.
• Keep senior level production staff briefed, as applicable, on a regular basis, related to any revisions to SOW’s and budgets.
• Recruit, hire and manage production crews and staff based on project need.
• Act as liaison with public safety officials, municipalities and law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Source and secure new vendors in accordance with the company’s SOP’s and policies. This includes competitive triple bidding, negotiation and obtaining signed contracts.
• Monitor and provide feedback on performances of vendors.
• Submit all status reports, photo/digital documentation, and other evidence of production as required by Account team and Clients.
• Reconcile all production budgets and prepare post event analysis of production.
• Post-production Supervision

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision insurance
• employer paid basic life and personal accident insurance
• Annual Profit Sharing/Bonus Plan based on the company’s performance and your individual performance
• 401(k)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• PTO
• STD/LTD insurance benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior