On‑Site Live Production Director

George P. Johnson Co.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Employer matching 401(k) plan

Healthcare option

Job summary

GPJ is seeking a Technical Director to lead our Live Production team, acting as the on-site technical expert for major live shows and events. The role requires hands-on management of the technical crew, budgets, CAD plans, and vendor execution to deliver excellence.

You will work closely with the Executive Producer/Producer, supervise both union and non-union labor, and ensure GPJ standards are met across all productions. This is a hybrid role with remote-ready flexibility and extensive travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years direct production management and/or technical production experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site manager for major shows and events.
• Lead and mentor the technical production crew, ensuring safety and quality.
• Develop and uphold GPJ production standards across shows.
• Manage on-site budgets and CAD plans.
• Oversee vendor execution and RFQ processes.

Tools

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Google Suites

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

GPJ is seeking a Technical Director to lead our Live Production team, acting as the on-site technical expert for major live shows and events. The role requires hands-on management of the technical crew, budgets, CAD plans, and vendor execution to deliver excellence.

You will work closely with the Executive Producer/Producer, supervise both union and non-union labor, and ensure GPJ standards are met across all productions. This is a hybrid role with remote-ready flexibility and extensive travel.