Talent Groups is hiring: Hands-On Live Event Producer/Videographer in New York

Overview

Title: Hands-On Live Event Producer/Videographer

Hybrid Details: Occasional travel to other US offices and possibly UK

Job Description

We are looking for a talented and versatile Hands-On Live Event Producer and Videographer to join our team. This role requires a dynamic individual who can manage live event production while also capturing high-quality video content. The ideal candidate will be skilled in both event management and videography, ensuring that every event runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Production: In collaboration with the global communications team plan, coordinate, and execute live events from start to finish, including logistics, scheduling, and freelancer management.
• Strong experience in live events industry (inc network of freelance contacts)
• Videography: Capture high-quality, well-lit video footage before live events, including B roll if needed
• Edit and produce video content pre and post-event, ensuring it aligns with the company’s branding and messaging.
• Technical Oversight: Set up and operate audio, video, and lighting equipment to ensure optimal production quality.
• Troubleshoot technical issues on-site to ensure smooth event execution.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with event staff, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure cohesive event delivery.
• Partner with comms colleagues
• Translating non-technical briefs into technical requirements
• Manage and direct on-site freelancers, providing clear instructions and support
• Comfortable working alone on own initiative
• On-Site Management: Oversee the event timeline, ensuring all elements are executed as planned.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and make real-time decisions to address any challenges.
• Post-Event Review: Conduct a debrief with the team to evaluate event success and gather feedback.
• Deliver final video products in a timely manner and incorporate any requested revisions.
• Proactively deliver improvements and suggestions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Event Management, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in live event production and videography.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and familiarity with camera equipment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a corporate environment/dealing directly with C Suite colleagues
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as events require.
• A creative mindset with a keen eye for detail in both event production and videography.

Technologies required

• Experience of setting up and support for live event sound inc Yamaha consoles, Sennheiser wireless mics, dynamics, AEC, frequencies
• Experience of setting up and support for studio lighting for live and pre recorded events
• Experience of setting up and configuring static cameras for live events (Blackmagic cameras preferred)
• Knowledge of audio and video routing best practices
• Experience of Microsoft Teams (inc Teams Live, Town Hall and Webinar)
• Basic knowledge of Q SYS preferred