Project Manager Exhibits

About Us
The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary
The Project Manager – Exhibits applies intermediate industry knowledge to communicate and harmonize Freeman client's production requirements from sales, and improving efficiencies, controlling costs and providing a seamless flow of information. Works within operations prior to, during, and after the event to ensure successful delivery of all production requirements.

This position will support our AV Exhibits group under our Growth (Sales) team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations:

Orlando, FL

Las Vegas, NV

Dallas, TX

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provides budgetary support during RFP process

Provides technical advice and assists sales in the budgetary and developmental process of shows

Participates in site surveys as needed to ensure proper planning of events

Participates in the planning and implementation of operational activities for assigned events

Attends weekly operations meetings & provides event information input

Creates/reviews CAD designs within Company standards to ensure proper execution of the event

Works within operations to ensure completion of production documentation, assess labor calls, and define equipment requirements

Maintains a clear understanding of union jurisdictions and how they are to be applied

Reviews equipment requirements to determine personnel and labor schedules

Determines staffing needs and ensures that all labor requirements are submitted to the proper departments and/or labor sources

Supervises show site operational functions to ensure they are performed in a timely and cost effective manner

Communicates client objectives and operational plans to show-site staff

Ensures pre-production meetings are scheduled and assists with facilitation

Maintains daily contact with on-site staff documenting changes & updates as required

Assists in the scheduling and coordination of trucking arrangements

Develops production schedules, and facility arrangements for events as required

Schedules and conducts event debrief meetings

Conducts post show meetings with the Customer Solutions Manager to review all purchase orders, labor costs and equipment usage to ensure proper billing to the customer

Reviews purchase orders and approves all associated invoices

Compiles and produces post show reports

Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in related field of study and/or equivalent work experience

5+ years of progressive experience in live event or exhibit production, leading complex projects from concept through on-site execution

Strong working knowledge of AV systems, rigging, lighting, exhibit fabrication, and show-site logistics

Proven experience partnering with Sales, creative, and operations teams to validate scope, feasibility, and production strategy

Excellent customer service skills

Software/Systems experience in Salesforce, Workfront, Vectorworks, and Adobe Creative Suite a plus

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Internet applications

Strong drive for personal growth and commitment to succeed

Demonstrated proficiency in accuracy and ability to prioritize

Excellent verbal communication skills required

Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25%

What We Offer
The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Life, Accident and Disability

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment
At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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