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Lead Producer

Fever España, Austin, TX, USA

Pay: 80.000 - 100.000

Job type: Full Time


As part of the Fever Originals team, you will use data and insights to create one‑of‑a‑kind events and experiences that allow people to have unforgettable moments.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and critical‑thinking Producer who will not only lead the production of our largest and most exciting SSI (Strategic Scalable Initiatives) experiences, but also manage a team of Associate and Junior producers to ensure that high‑quality experiences are delivered.

This role requires flexibility, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines while staying within budget. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in the production of live events, shows, touring production, culinary experience, and/or immersive experiences.

The Lead Producer will be accountable for the implementation and perfect execution of scalable events across their region. They’ll be responsible for challenging and adapting the event to local specificities, proposing new production formats, technologies, and solutions that could enhance Fever’s experiences, as well as playing a pivotal role in shaping our event strategy.

Candidates should be passionate about delivering results and producing fun and entertaining experiences for all walks of the public. Strong communication skills and clear leadership are critical; the right candidate will be a self‑starter with strong interpersonal and project management skills.

About the Role:

Manage all aspects of event productions, including pre‑production logistics planning, hiring, onsite execution, as well as post‑event wrap‑up and reporting

Manage several productions and help scale various Fever Original SSI events against team targets. Efficiently manage your portfolio of events, SSI being characterized by a high volume of events happening simultaneously

Develop and manage event production budgets, optimizing resources to achieve strategic goals, identifying revenue‑generating opportunities and cost‑saving measures

Manage a team of local producers, providing training, guidance and support, as well as structured day‑to‑day management and performance reviews

Source and manage freelancers, vendors and service providers, ensuring delivery of quality services as per company standards

Add an experienced voice to venue scouting and booking; work with the business team to negotiate contracts with venues, third‑party vendors and talent

Create production timelines and ensure that teams are keeping to schedule

Secure proper event permits, meet insurance requirements, complete risk assessments when necessary, and be knowledgeable of regulations and best practices

Understand the processes of all administrative duties that your producers will be undertaking, including expense reports, invoicing, and working with the legal department on contracts

Communicate and collaborate with internal cross‑functional teams, departments, and senior stakeholders to drive alignment and execution of event deliverables & SSI targets

Work with the Project Management team to ensure SSI Global team’s expectations, financial targets and standards are met

Domestic and international travel and work across time zones may be required

About You:
You have a successful track record of producing live events with strong oral and written communication skills. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and pride yourself on a flexible, detailed, analytical mindset.

Candidates need to be passionate about the entertainment/events industry. You will be comfortable delivering results in an ambiguous environment, being exceptionally detail‑oriented while looking around corners, and thinking bigger about how we create a compelling experience.

8+ years experience in live events, experience production industry, or between 3‑10 direct reports in a previous role

Experience as Producer or Senior Project Manager for theatre/dance entertainment or similar project with key involvement in the management of third‑party vendors, freelancers and contractors. Ability to manage multiple projects in different cities at any given time and pull together multiple aspects of an event in an organized and efficient way

Proven experience in vendor negotiations, managing production budgets and production issues such as permitting, Health & Safety and other rules and regulations in your region

Understanding of fabrication & design processes of a range of show elements: costume, scenography, lighting, sound, etc.

Curious, with an appetite for learning, keen to push boundaries and try new concepts, and the ability to pick up new skills quickly

Able to communicate with various stakeholders, working collaboratively and willing to be hands‑on

Solution‑focused, identifying problem areas, and ways to optimise, creating plans to find resolutions to roll out amongst all your regional producers

Benefits:

Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and the potential to earn a significant bonus for top performance

Opportunity to have a real impact in a high‑growth global category leader

40% discount on all Fever events and experiences

Possible travel across our markets

Responsibility from day one and professional and personal growth

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Great work environment with a fun, international team of talented people to work with

Fever is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workspace where everyone's background and ideas count. Our main goal is to find the best possible talent regardless of place of birth, racial or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, religion, opinion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, marital status, age or caring responsibilities. We encourage everyone to apply!

If you require any kind of accommodation during the selection process, please contact our Talent team so we can help you by providing a welcoming and seamless journey.

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