**About Us** Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter. **Summary** The Senior Production Manager develops, oversees, and directly implements audio visual and scenic concepts for events. The role is responsible for technical leadership, management and staffing as it pertains to the production process. This role is responsible for the planning and coordinating technical requirements for produced events. Alford Media is specialized division of Freeman that is nationally recognized for our expertise in corporate event technology. We bring innovative approaches to our events and seek to exceed our customers' expectations. We are a team of driven individuals that love challenges and helping our customers realize their vision. The Technician – Quality Control is directly responsible for inbound quality check and outbound processing of rental equipment. This role will be directly responsible for the daily quality control check and outbound staging of rental equipment in accordance to procedure(s) to ensure integrity is maintained in our reservations and equipment readiness. This position requires teamwork, communication, and technical skills. This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week based out of Grapevine, TX. **Essential Duties & Responsibilities** + Works closely with clients, sales staff, operations, and project managers to develop event designs and to coordinate pre-production, onsite, and post-production activities in line with event budget. + Creates diagrams and for shows based on budgeted designs; ensure on-site personnel have and understand this information. + Assists in the scheduling and/or recommending of personnel to optimize resources. + Oversees load-in, load-out, install, and dismantle of equipment. + Coordinates and/or assists both technical and labor crews. + Responsible for ensuring the correct specification setup and optimization of event requirements. + Supervises the installation, optimization, and monitoring of technical systems. + Oversees installation for full-time, part-time and contingent labor force. + Directs workflow for teams at events. + Oversees scenic construction to ensure it is within established show design parameters. + Produces stage scenic involving multiple elements, mediums, and materials. + Produces events with multi-elements switching and cues. + Generates and maintains a comprehensive production book and schedule for each event. + Coordinates logisitics for all technical events needs. + Coordinates and supervises on-site labor and review any labor budget impacts with Client Solutions Manager. + Calls complex show cues for all technical disciplines. + Analyze current programs and make recommendation for improvement on gear, electrical, rigging, and safety. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Education & Experience** + Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required. + Minimum 5 years experience working in project management with a minimum of 3 years focused on corporate events, entertainment, or theater; or equivalent combination of education, certification and experience. + PMP certification preferred. + Ability to engineer instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. + Ability to communicate how to install and troubleshoot various related equipment. + Ability to incorporate basic problem-solving techniques with labor team. + Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry to relevant situations. + Ability to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. + Experience drawing system design in AutoCad or VectorWorks. + Abilty to develop and interpret AutoCad, VectorWorks, and/or architectural drawings and renderings. + Proven aptitude in CAD programs and MS Office suite. + Knowledge of audio, lighting, video, and set systems. + Ability to navigate ambiguos situations. + Diplomacy and tact in high-pressure situations involving different pesonality types. **Travel Requirements** Travel 50% to 75% **What We Offer** Freeman 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. + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Tuition Reimbursement + Paid Parental Leave + Life, Accident and Disability + Retirement with Company Match + Paid Time Off **Diversity Commitment** At Freeman, 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. \#LI-Hybrid