Technical Manager - AVL

Okada Manila; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Okada Manila is seeking a highly skilled Lighting Director to balance artistic vision with technical feasibility for flagship events. You’ll program GrandMA2/3 lighting consoles, manage cueing, patching, and live show execution, and lead a team across AVL operations.

The role requires leadership in video production, camera operations, and event documentation, along with a strong focus on safety, training, and production quality in a luxury entertainment environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating and programming GrandMA2 and GrandMA3 lighting consoles, preferably in live entertainment, hotel, casino, or large venue.

Responsibilities

• Maintain balance between artistic lighting concepts and technical feasibility for events.
• Lead AVL team across events and spaces.
• Ensure safe rigging, power, and cable management practices.

Skills

GrandMA2

GrandMA3

Lighting programming

Video operation

Camera operation

Photography

Team leadership

Training

Education

College Diploma in Technical/Managerial

Management & Communication Certificates

Tools

GrandMA2

GrandMA3

Job description

• As the highest skilled Lighting position, he must maintain a balance between artistic vision and technical feasibility on any event. Possess creative lighting concepts based on the theme, venue, or brand guidelines.
• Demonstrates strong technical capability in operating and programming GrandMA2 and/or GrandMA3 lighting control consoles, including show file management, cue programming, patching, and live show execution.
• Provides technical leadership in video production and camera operations, including setup, configuration, and live operation of video cameras for events, productions, and internal documentation requirements.
• Oversees and ensures proper execution of camera framing, shot composition, and live shot coordination, supporting high-quality event coverage and production standards.
• Conducts and supports professional photography requirements, including event documentation, technical reference photography, and production-related imaging as needed.
• Monitoring and enforcing AVL safety practices (rigging, power, cable management)
• Training new technicians on equipment use and safety protocols
• Creating basic technical layouts and signal flow diagrams for events
• Managing and scheduling a team of audio, video, and lighting technicians
• Overseeing day-to-day AVL operations across all event and entertainment spaces
• Serving as the primary technical liaison for VIP clients, headliners, and production companies
• Supporting diversity, inclusion, and professional growth within the department
• Setting performance metrics and conducting Technical Operator evaluations
• Approving technical plans, run-of-shows, and production schedules for high-profile events
• Participating in executive meetings to align technical capabilities with business goals

II. JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Educational Requirement:

• College Diploma of Technical or Managerial in nature.
• Training Certificates on Management and Communication or Staff Administration

Experience Requirement:

• Proven experience in operating and programming GrandMA2 and/or GrandMA3 lighting consoles, preferably in a live entertainment, hotel, casino, or large venue environment.
• Strong background in video camera operations, including shot framing, exposure control, camera movement techniques, and production shot execution.
• Working knowledge and practical experience in photography, including composition, lighting fundamentals, and professional documentation standards for events and technical reference.
• Proficiency in event management, including planning and equipment assessment.
• Deep understanding of AVL Technology and the ability to stay informed about industry trends and advancements.

Skills and Attributes

• Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge on major audio, video and lighting equipment