Technical Director (Freelance Opportunities) Job at TAIT in New York

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture‑defining, never‑before‑seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting‑edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and the Olympics.

Position Purpose
Lead a technical production team, contribute to the client relationship, and oversee the planning & execution of events from a technical perspective. Provide excellent customer service, understanding the importance of forging relationships with clients & production partners alike to successfully spearhead a project from beginning to end. Responsible for the “how & why” of all technical operations, including scenic, staging, audio, video, lighting, rigging, and labor.

Location : Must be US based. Hybrid work environment; remote for pre‑production and wrap, with on‑site dates as required by individual projects.

Travel Requirements : Around 20‑50% of the time, domestic. International possible (site visits & onsite time, depending on project assignments).

Essential Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Leading by example, clearly setting expectations, communicating processes, setting goals for improvement, and offering support as necessary.

Enforce safety standards, follow policies & procedures, and make recommendations as necessary.

Strive for continuous improvement by placing an emphasis on both receiving and giving feedback.

Ensure all technical components of a production are developed & executed flawlessly in keeping with the client’s vision, budget requirements, timeline, and safety standards.

Play a key role in projects from conception through pre‑production, budgeting, onsite execution, and post‑production.

Work with Producer to manage client relationships – establishing trust & confidence in the technical team’s capabilities.

Keep up‑to‑date on current events, industry trends, technology and resources.

Comfortable working in an office setting, as well as from more rigorous & non‑traditional onsite environments.

Have excellent interpersonal & communication skills, both verbal & written. Effectively communicate with staff of all experience levels.

Have outstanding organizational skills & great attention to detail.

Take initiative, act responsively, and demonstrate a sense of urgency.

Anticipate & solve problems before they arise – providing viable & cost‑effective solutions.

Be collaborative, engaged, curious, and solution‑oriented.

Depending on the project, manage budgets & profit margins (or work in tandem with Producer) for assigned productions.

Manage relationships and communications with technical vendors.

Work with project staffing team to outline staffing needs and fill roles as projected within the budget.

Draft site plans, ground plans, and other layouts as required.

Oversee & participate in developing pitches & expanding service offerings.

Grow event capabilities with existing clients and bring new client opportunities to the company.

Manage expectations (Client, Venue, and Internal), provide feedback, and anticipate challenges before they arise.

Competencies

Experience preparing budgets, managing them, and maintaining their profit margins.

Functional competencies in theatrical staging & rigging, sound reinforcement, production lighting, and audio & video production.

Previous supervisory experience.

Experience working with & directing union & non‑union stagehands.

Flexibility to work non‑traditional hours (nights & weekends) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years’ experience in live events / entertainment / theatre / production (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

Computer skills: Macintosh OS or Windows platform using Microsoft Office.

Familiarity with, or willingness to learn communications and project management tools, such as Slack, Box, Airtable, Concur and Google Docs.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.

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In Summary: TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture‑defining, never‑before‑seen experiences to life . Responsible for ‘how & why’ of all technical operations, including scenic, staging, audio, video, lighting, rigging, and labor .

En Español:

TAIT se asocia con artistas, marcas, titulares de propiedad intelectual y creadores de espacios para dar vida a experiencias que definen la cultura, nunca antes vistas. Con un legado de innovación que abarca más de 45 años, TAIT ha crecido desde ser pionera en el escenario de conciertos rock n roll hasta establecer los estándares mundiales para eventos extraordinarios en vivo y experiencias mediante tecnología de vanguardia, ingeniería de precisión y diseño creativo. Las 20 oficinas globales de TAIT han desarrollado producciones icónicas y experimentos en más de 30 países, todos los siete continentes e incluso espacio exterior para reconocidos intérpretes, parques temáticos, exposiciones y locales del mundo entero, incluidos socios como Taylor Swift, Royal Opera House du Soleil, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Beyoncé y las Olimpiadas. Internacional posible (visitas al sitio y tiempo en el lugar, dependiendo de las asignaciones del proyecto). Responsabilidades esenciales/responsabilidades Liderazgo por ejemplo: establecer claramente expectativas, comunicar procesos, fijar objetivos para mejorar y ofrecer apoyo según sea necesario. Hacer cumplir con los estándares de seguridad, seguir políticas y procedimientos y hacer recomendaciones cuando sea necesario; esforzarse por una mejora continua poniendo énfasis tanto en recibir como en dar retroalimentación. Asegurar que todos los componentes técnicos de una producción se desarrollen y ejecuten impecablemente de acuerdo con la visión del cliente, requisitos presupuestarios, cronogramas y normas de seguridad. Comunicarse eficazmente con el personal de todos los niveles de experiencia. Tener habilidades organizacionales sobresalientes y una gran atención al detalle. Tomar iniciativa, actuar de manera responsable y demostrar un sentido de urgencia. Anticipar y resolver problemas antes de que surjan proporcionar soluciones viables y rentables. Ser colaborativo, comprometido, curioso y orientado a la solución. Dependiendo del proyecto, gestionar presupuestos y márgenes de ganancia (o trabajar en conjunto con el productor) para las producciones asignadas. Gestionar relaciones y comunicaciones con proveedores técnicos. Trabajar con el equipo del personal del proyecto para describir las necesidades del personal y llenar funciones según se proyecta dentro del presupuesto. Proyectar planes de sitio, planos de base y otros diseños según sea necesario. Supervisar y participar en el desarrollo de discotecos y ampliar ofertas de servicios. Crecer competencias sindicales existentes y traer nuevas oportunidades a la empresa. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo sin importar la raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, origen nacional, discapacidad o estatus como veterano protegido u otra característica protegida según lo estipulado por las leyes internacionales, nacionales, estatales o locales. #J-18808-Ljbffr