TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/PRODUCTION MANAGER-Business Meetings & Live Events

Kemper Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kemper Associates in Chicago is looking for a Technical Director/Production Manager to lead the production of business meetings, trade shows, and live events. You will manage a team and oversee all production aspects to ensure successful event execution.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in live production, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing budgets and operations. The compensation ranges from $100,000 to $125,000, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in live production management.
• Experience with multi-projector blended image events.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of trade shows and live events.
• Supervise Project Coordinators and Technicians.
• Manage operational processes across all production phases.
• Develop budgets and manage gear rentals.

Skills

Live production management

Multi-projector design

Audio engineering

LED technology

Rigging expertise

CAD drawing

Budget management

Customer service

Education

Minimum of two years college or equivalent experience

Job description

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/PRODUCTION MANAGER---Business Meetings & Live Events

• Full‑time

Company Description: Company is a leading Business Meetings & Events production house.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key Technical/Production Manager, overseeing production of trade shows, events, meetings, road shows, mobile tours, and other live events to deliver impactful brand experiences.
• Supervise a team of Project Coordinators, Project Managers, Show Technicians, Freelancers, and Subcontractors; assign projects to Project Engineers who act as project managers.
• Manage 10–15 direct reports and maintain operational excellence across all production phases: lighting, audio, video display, video production, presentations, entertainment, special effects, power, rigging, scenery, carpentry, computer graphics, signal transmission, labor management, venue coordination, travel, touring, and trucking.
• Develop and enforce production processes, manage budgets, prepare quotes, subcontract gear rentals, and coordinate union crews.
• Design, install, and operate multi‑projector blended image events and produce creative event programs that connect audiences and drive results.
• Produce CAD drawings for room layouts and rigging systems, and ensure all technical aspects align with client objectives.
• Maintain a safe driving record and manage travel/logistics for field events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in live production, with demonstrated management of a department and implementation of new processes.
• Proven experience designing, installing, and operating multi‑projector blended image events.
• Strong expertise with audio, LED, rigging, and CAD drawings of room layouts and rigging systems.
• Track record managing budgets, producing quotes, sub‑renting gear, and working with union crews.
• Strong customer‑service, interpersonal, and communication skills with a professional demeanor and efficient time‑management.
• Minimum of two years college or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: safe driving record, and ability to coordinate large, multi‑phase productions.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $100,000 to $125,000, depending on background and experience. Company provides comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance.

Location

Michigan‑based

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