at BCD Travel USA LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Live Events Production Manager
Date:
Apr 27, 2024
Location:
US, Chicago, Office, United States, NOAM
About Us:
At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.
Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.
While we can't guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.
See what life is about at BCD M&E atbcdme.com/careers
BCD Meetings & Events: Production Manager
Picture producing a big Hollywood movie - finding actors, scheduling shoots, booking travel, helping put together proposals for new scenes, managing files - that's kind of like what this role is.
The Production Manager plays a key role on the L37 team, working with the producers to support clients on their events, from a technical standpoint. The position is hands on, preparing and managing L37 equipment and working on events and broadcasts over 300 attendees. All while working closely with the Senior Production Manager and Director of Event Management, supporting their events as well.
This person is an organized, independent, detail-oriented, creative, and flexible team player who is willing to go the extra mile while maintaining work-life-balance. This position reports to the Senior Production Manager.
If this sounds like you, then send us a cover letter, resume, references, and favorite movie quote, and we'll get back to you.
As a Production Manager, you will:
Plan two to three small and medium sized (up to 500 attendee) broadcasts and in-person events per month, including diagramming using VWX, scheduling, ordering equipment and labor, and logistics
Manage and operate the L37 studio and location studio events
Monitoring technical timelines and sticking to tight schedules
Handling changes with quick precision - both onsite and in pre-production
Working in the intricacies of virtual events and broadcast platforms
Prepare and QC Production and Content owned equipment for events
Manage meetings on zoom, Brightcove, teams, etc. per client needs
Assist Senior Production Manager and Director of Event Management on larger events
Organize and maintain equipment storage facility
On-site operation of events, including Technical Directing and show positions based on experience
You are good at:
Verbal and written communication
Multi-tasking
Working with tight deadlines and quick turn arounds
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/PPT etc.), Keynote, Mac
Lifting up to 50lbs and working with equipment and large cases
Understanding of audio, video, LED, lighting, power, and rigging
You might also have:
Vectorworks experience
Technical operation and/or management experience
Blackmagic switcher operation
Yamaha mixer operation
Troubleshooting efficiently in high pressure circumstance
You should know:
This role is hybrid, with 3 days a week in the Chicago office and on-site travel
Travel for this role is 30-40%, international and domestic
A valid driver's license is required
A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in theater or live events is required
Our standard working hours are 9:00 AM -5:00 PM with an hour break. Onsite is 10 hour day standards with a one hour break.
How to apply:
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THE PERKS
Flexible Working
We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and... For full info follow application link.
BCD Travel is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BCD Travel complies with applicable laws in the countries in which we operate. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at careers@bcdtravel.com.
