Technical Director

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VIVA is seeking a Full-Time

Corporate Event/Theatrical Technical Directo r to support live and virtual event productions globally. This role is responsible for all production technologies, including lighting, sound, video, scenic, tradeshow, exposition, broadcast, and streaming event production.
We are looking for a highly skilled Technical Director with exceptional

CAD Design (Vectorworks preferred) and 3D Scenic Rendering expertise

to develop detailed 3D event files and site plans for a diverse range of projects—from intimate meetings to large-scale, multi-site events in both interior and exterior environments. This position is ideal for a creative and detail-oriented professional with a passion for event visualization, scenic design, and technical production planning. If you have a strong command of 3D workflows and CAD-based event design, we’d love to hear from you.
Ideally, this position would work from our Rockville, MD office, however, remote arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Creative team and Executive Producer to determine the necessary technical support required for any assigned project
Coordinate with vendors to ensure the proper design and execution of the project’s full technical needs, including but not limited to scenic, video, audio, lighting, rigging, streaming, and special effects
Work with the Executive Producer to ensure project remains on budget
Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that best practices for time, equipment, and safety management are followed
Coordinates on-site schedules so all technical and creative staff work in a cohesive manner
Responsible for on-site management of all technical teams during load-in, execution of the show, and load-out.
Create detailed 3D models, event layouts, and site plans, rendering immersive visualizations that support event design, production, and execution
Develop and manage Vectorworks files with a strong emphasis on Spotlight Toolsets, multi-file referencing, 3D workflows, and library management.
Ensure efficient layer and class organization in large-scale event files to maintain clarity and usability.
Produce seating layouts, scenic detail drawings, and technical renderings to support event planning and execution.
Expertise in 3D rendering and animation expertise in 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine, TwinMotion, Enscape, D5 Render, and Depence 3.
Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in live and/or virtual event production
Understanding of lighting, audio, video, computer networking, and scenic technical equipment, and systems used for both live and virtual events
Technical Theatrical/Media/Communications/Scenic Design Degree (or equivalent practical experience)
Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (Vectorworks)
Proficiency in external Design render Software: D5, Unreal, Enscape, etc (preferred but not required)
Proficient in the operation of both MAC and PC computers
Understanding of IP networks (Internet, Intranet, VPN, Dante, NDI, etc.)
Seniority level

Seniority level

Director
Employment type

Employment type

Full-time
Job function

Job function

Production, Design, and Strategy/Planning
Industries

Advertising Services, Entertainment Providers, and Events Services
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Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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