Technical Lead - In: Video, Lighting or Audio (Production Team)

at  Encore Global

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for Technical Lead’s in our Video, Lighting and Audio departments. The role in which team is primarily responsible for technical delivery of an event, sometimes operating completely independently and sometimes leading a small team of Technicians in the delivery of event.
The role and responsibilities of a Technical Lead will vary from event to event and can be interchangeable, depending on the experience, skills and complexity of an event, however, what differentiates a technical lead from that of a technician is primarily their knowledge and experience within a specific area and the ability to work independently to complete a project.
A Technical Lead will be knowledgeable and have experience in the three core technical roles but will be a specialist in a technical (Lighting, Video or Audio) capacity.
The Technical Lead will be assigned to a project and will be responsible for all the technical communication and delivery of that assigned role. They will be proactive and a provide expertise to both internal teams and directly to clients.
All Technical and Production standards should be followed to support the implementation of processes and SOP’s that drive consistency in event production. In many cases, it will be the Technical Lead that will be responsible for establishing those procedures and best practices.
This position will contribute and collaborate with the Production and Sales, Operations and Technicians in determining the appropriate technical requirements and communicating event execution plan with all parties.
The Technical Lead will report to the Technical Director/Senior Technical Project Manager; however can also work with Technical Project Managers on more complex events, on an event by event basis.
This role includes moderate levels of travel, as attendance onsite (at venues and locations) to deliver services, is an necessity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3+ years of Video, Lighting or Audio technical experience in the AV industry.
• 2 years of in-house experience recommended (depending on direct experience and specialism)
• Strong Technical Background
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with budgets and cost control
• MS Office experience required with PowerPoint and Excel knowledge / experience preferred
• Ability to travel up to 70% may be required

• Managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring that each project is completed successfully to a high standard.
• Lead specific projects (or aspects of projects) from initial brief to the final delivery.
• Be able to work independently of Technical management supervision as well as being part of a team.
• Providing input and guidance as an expert / specialist (to both internal and external teams).
• Produce documentation/guidelines detailing best practices, project plans and technical drawings.
• Managing some client liaison and communications, when leading a project directly.
• Determine and secure the resources required to successfully complete each project.
• Maintain focus on client needs by attending client meetings, creating and maintaining organized show documentation and responding to client concerns and questions.
• Monitor project scope throughout the event planning process and adjust as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Assist sales and operations teams to help determine equipment needs and technical solutions for the project.