Producer I
TAIT, Orlando, FL, United States
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.
Purpose The Producer is a key project leader responsible for planning, developing, executing, monitoring, and delivering projects. This role maintains accountability for project scope, budget, resources, and team coordination, ensuring successful execution from start to finish. The Producer supports the development and implementation of the project execution plan, including the strategy, approach, and detailed specifications required to deliver successful outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities / Accountabilities
Project Management
Successful delivery of Project Scope, Schedule, and Budget
Ensure that the Client’s vision is considered throughout the Project lifecycle
Sustain Client and Customer satisfaction, exceeding expectations regularly
Internal and external communication of Project status and progress
Management of final deliverables, ensuring TAIT quality throughout delivery
Draw together the engineering, manufacturing, operational and support disciplines to ensure Project success
Risk monitoring and delay management
Active management of Project financials
Bidding & Development
Participate in translating Client needs into TAIT language
Ensure that the Client’s vision is considered throughout the Bidding phase
Generate or collaborate on Project Proposals and Quotes
Drive the development of creative and technical solutions
Participate in cost estimates and determine contingencies
Establish pricing and payment schedules
Commercial, Contractual & Legal
Understand the Project’s commercial terms as outlined in the contract, along with contractual and legal relationships formed between TAIT and the project client
Act as a Client advocate within TAIT by ensuring the highest levels of Customer Service and sustaining the boutique experience that our Clients have come to expect
Maintain a unique connection to our Clients, their teams, and their stakeholders
Ensure TAIT’s duties & responsibilities are properly executed. Ensure the client executes their duties correctly and, where necessary, ensure TAIT’s interests are protected
Project Finances & Budgets
Plan cash flow schedule according to proposals and contracts
Maintain payment schedule and invoicing
Lead the development of “As Sold” budget at the outset of a Project
Maintain ongoing forecasts to track deviations throughout Project lifecycle
Monitor and control Project costs and Change Orders (Extras)
Raise early flags for potential risks as well as opportunities
Provide periodic project status reports
Organizational Relationships & Participation
Act as the point of contact and accountable individual for the Project to senior leadership and executive teams
Develop and maintain good relationships with Project Performance and Operations groups
Proactive, open, and transparent communication
Attend and/or organize regular check‑in meetings
Monitor team identifying who should be “around the table” for strategic conversations
Utilize relationships to solve challenges, conflicts, or disputes within a Project or between competing Projects
Attend global and regional “All Hands” and similar organization meetings and gatherings
Stay up to date on time clocking, expense report submittals, and other administrative tasks
Continuous Improvements
Identify opportunities for minor and major improvements in the Project Process
Participate in departmental and organizational initiatives
Ensure “Lessons Learned” discussions occur for Projects that warrant celebration of positive outcomes and critical reflection of negative outcomes
Education & Growth
Knowledgeable of TAIT’s history and capabilities, to represent the Enterprise brand and collaborate with Clients
Actively seek opportunities to build new skills and hone or improve existing skills
Focus on hard skills for tactical application and soft skills for interpersonal communication and effective leadership
Participate in provided learning opportunities
Encouraged to work on projects that expand knowledge and experience in new markets and sub‑markets
Minimum Qualifications
4+ years of Project Management or relevant industry experience in entertainment, live events, construction management, or another relevant field. OR Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Theater, or Live Event related field, plus 2+ years experience in Entertainment or Project Management. The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced and agile environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service‑oriented mindset
Strong knowledge of following software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Project scheduling (MS Project, Asana), Budget management and analysis (Power BI, Tableau), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (Epicor, SAP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) (Zendesk, Salesforce), Content Management System (Box, SharePoint, Google Drive)
Familiarity with manufacturing or fabrication processes and principles
Ability to be in office Monday - Friday, with travel to job sites up to 30%
Preferred Experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Proven track record of managing profitable projects
Proven ability to prioritize across multiple projects
Commercial and contractual responsibilities
Cost estimation and control
Risk management
Familiarity with Slack
Work within a matrixed organizational structure
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand and/or move about site for extended periods of time
Will routinely operate a computer, including typing, using a mouse or keyboard, and viewing a screen for extended periods
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring basic safety precautions
Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel‑toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location
Compensation: $90,000 – $98,000 commensurate with experience.
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
Employer‑paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
Employer‑paid Short‑term with optional long‑term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness stipends
Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
Paid vacation and 12 holidays
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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Purpose The Producer is a key project leader responsible for planning, developing, executing, monitoring, and delivering projects. This role maintains accountability for project scope, budget, resources, and team coordination, ensuring successful execution from start to finish. The Producer supports the development and implementation of the project execution plan, including the strategy, approach, and detailed specifications required to deliver successful outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities / Accountabilities
Project Management
Successful delivery of Project Scope, Schedule, and Budget
Ensure that the Client’s vision is considered throughout the Project lifecycle
Sustain Client and Customer satisfaction, exceeding expectations regularly
Internal and external communication of Project status and progress
Management of final deliverables, ensuring TAIT quality throughout delivery
Draw together the engineering, manufacturing, operational and support disciplines to ensure Project success
Risk monitoring and delay management
Active management of Project financials
Bidding & Development
Participate in translating Client needs into TAIT language
Ensure that the Client’s vision is considered throughout the Bidding phase
Generate or collaborate on Project Proposals and Quotes
Drive the development of creative and technical solutions
Participate in cost estimates and determine contingencies
Establish pricing and payment schedules
Commercial, Contractual & Legal
Understand the Project’s commercial terms as outlined in the contract, along with contractual and legal relationships formed between TAIT and the project client
Act as a Client advocate within TAIT by ensuring the highest levels of Customer Service and sustaining the boutique experience that our Clients have come to expect
Maintain a unique connection to our Clients, their teams, and their stakeholders
Ensure TAIT’s duties & responsibilities are properly executed. Ensure the client executes their duties correctly and, where necessary, ensure TAIT’s interests are protected
Project Finances & Budgets
Plan cash flow schedule according to proposals and contracts
Maintain payment schedule and invoicing
Lead the development of “As Sold” budget at the outset of a Project
Maintain ongoing forecasts to track deviations throughout Project lifecycle
Monitor and control Project costs and Change Orders (Extras)
Raise early flags for potential risks as well as opportunities
Provide periodic project status reports
Organizational Relationships & Participation
Act as the point of contact and accountable individual for the Project to senior leadership and executive teams
Develop and maintain good relationships with Project Performance and Operations groups
Proactive, open, and transparent communication
Attend and/or organize regular check‑in meetings
Monitor team identifying who should be “around the table” for strategic conversations
Utilize relationships to solve challenges, conflicts, or disputes within a Project or between competing Projects
Attend global and regional “All Hands” and similar organization meetings and gatherings
Stay up to date on time clocking, expense report submittals, and other administrative tasks
Continuous Improvements
Identify opportunities for minor and major improvements in the Project Process
Participate in departmental and organizational initiatives
Ensure “Lessons Learned” discussions occur for Projects that warrant celebration of positive outcomes and critical reflection of negative outcomes
Education & Growth
Knowledgeable of TAIT’s history and capabilities, to represent the Enterprise brand and collaborate with Clients
Actively seek opportunities to build new skills and hone or improve existing skills
Focus on hard skills for tactical application and soft skills for interpersonal communication and effective leadership
Participate in provided learning opportunities
Encouraged to work on projects that expand knowledge and experience in new markets and sub‑markets
Minimum Qualifications
4+ years of Project Management or relevant industry experience in entertainment, live events, construction management, or another relevant field. OR Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Theater, or Live Event related field, plus 2+ years experience in Entertainment or Project Management. The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced and agile environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service‑oriented mindset
Strong knowledge of following software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Project scheduling (MS Project, Asana), Budget management and analysis (Power BI, Tableau), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (Epicor, SAP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) (Zendesk, Salesforce), Content Management System (Box, SharePoint, Google Drive)
Familiarity with manufacturing or fabrication processes and principles
Ability to be in office Monday - Friday, with travel to job sites up to 30%
Preferred Experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Proven track record of managing profitable projects
Proven ability to prioritize across multiple projects
Commercial and contractual responsibilities
Cost estimation and control
Risk management
Familiarity with Slack
Work within a matrixed organizational structure
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand and/or move about site for extended periods of time
Will routinely operate a computer, including typing, using a mouse or keyboard, and viewing a screen for extended periods
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring basic safety precautions
Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel‑toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location
Compensation: $90,000 – $98,000 commensurate with experience.
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
Employer‑paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
Employer‑paid Short‑term with optional long‑term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness stipends
Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
Paid vacation and 12 holidays
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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