Sr Producer

Freeman Company; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, Accident and Disability

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sparks is seeking a Senior Producer to lead client and internal teams in delivering complex event solutions. This role supports both B-to-B and B-to-C programs across multiple scales, reporting to an Executive Producer.

You will define roles, develop schedules and budgets, and collaborate with strategy and technical teams. The position offers a hybrid schedule based out of regions including Philadelphia, PA; Fort Wayne, IN; Las Vegas, NV, with travel 25% to 50%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of production experience in a major agency, communications company or production company.
• Experience with a variety of event types including conferences, concerts/evening events, hospitality experiences and activations.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and client-relations capabilities.
• Excellent business and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of software logistics and basic technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-program production efforts and larger events under direction of an Executive Producer.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and manage project timelines and budgets.
• Develop contact sheets and keep documentation up to date.
• Coordinate with strategic teams and understand required deliverables.
• Oversee production staff and coordinate with technical teams and freelancers.
• Manage client communications and vendor/freelance resources.
• Ensure contingency plans and safety protocols for programs.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client relations

Vendor management

Team leadership

Communication

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Apple applications

Job description

Requisition ID94893-Posted11/05/2026-Sparks- Country (1) - Location (5) - Function (2) - Job Type (1)

Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.

Summary

The Senior Producer is responsible for working effectively with client and internal teams to flawlessly deliver event solutions that drive client results and meet Sparks’ financial requirements. This person will be eligible to work a hybrid schedule based out of one of the following regions:

• Philadelphia, PA
• Fort Wayne, IN
• Las Vegas, NV
• Lead event programs (both B-to-B and B-to-C) of various scales or lead area(s) of a larger event under the direction of an Executive Producer
• Define roles and responsibilities of the project team
• Develop contact sheet and ensure it is kept up to date
• Lead development of production schedule, project documents, and organization of information
• Collaborate with strategic team and understand deliverables when required
• Provide direction and support to all program staff including Sr Event Managers, Event Managers, Event Coordinators and PA’s on the team
• Collaborate closely with technical team and be able to communicate effectively on technology
• Organize and manage communications between event team members
• Serve as a key contact for client communications
• Manage freelance resources in conjunction with VP Operations
• Identify, negotiate and manage the booking external resources as needed/directed (crew members, facilities, travel)
• Look for innovative solutions to production methods
• Oversee contingency plan and ensure programs are executed safely
• Effectively manage multiple programs simultaneously, if required
• Effectively manage timelines and budgets
• Develop, manage and communicate project timelines for all components of the defined scope
• Develop, manage and communicate project budgets that meet goals, show value to the client and ensure financial profitability
• Track budget costs throughout the course of project and ensure timing vendor payments
• Communicate scope changes that affect budget in a clear manner
• Utilize internal resources whenever possible and manage third-party costs
• Oversee project run of show and production schedule
• Reconcile budgets and lead internal and external project debriefs
• Relationship Management
  • Develop a positive working relationship with the client with a focus on business acquisition
  • In conjunction with the Account Director, set goals and objectives for the program and team
  • Foster a positive working environment within the production team, office and company
  • Provide best practice and future event recommendations based on experience with the client
• Develop Production Talent
  • Mentor and coach junior event/production staff to develop skills that can meet changing client needs
  • Develop and actively manage vendor/freelance relationships to ensure best available resources

Education & Experience

• 10 + years of production experience in a major agency, communications company or production company
• Experience with a variety of types of events, including conferences, concerts/evening events, hospitality experiences and consumer activations
• Experience in managing budgets of at least $2MM and greater
• Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and client relations
• Excellent business and report-writing skills
• Knowledge of software logistics and basic technical knowledge
• Strong production competencies: client focus, accountability for results, team effectiveness, developing others, attention to detail, flexibility and professional confidenc
• Excellent computer skills: comfortable with Google platform, Microsoft and Apple applications, Microsoft Office suite, Social Networking sites, collaborative team project software, etc.

Travel Requirements

Travel 25% to 50%

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.

• Tuition Reimbursement
• 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.