Production Director

Think True • Los Angeles, CA

7d • $110,000 - $147,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Think True is a statement. An action. A commitment to ourselves, our clients, and our work. Our mission is to build the best brand experiences by placing the who at the heart of our why. We create community impact through sports, entertainment, and culture. We are a minority-owned agency. We are empowered by our people. We are Think True.

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 collaborative 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.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule (1-2 days in office per week) and travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the rich authentic culture of Think True.
• 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