Production Location Lead - AVI-SPL

The Production Location Lead will lead the onsite production team for an established multi-channel retailer company. This key role is responsible for:

• overseeing the day-to-day operations, coordination, and execution of all onsite productions;
• partnering with the client events team and hosts to collaborate on production support needs;
• managing the AVI-SPL staff within the assigned location; and
• providing direct event coordination support for assigned productions and events as needed.

WHO WE ARE

At AVI-SPL, we pride ourselves on our superior customer service, passion for excellence, spirit of teamwork, and the focus on continued innovation. Our employees are the people who enable us to deliver on those values every business day. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for talented, ambitious people who can make a substantial contribution to our team of smart, down-to-earth, hardworking professionals.

We offer lots of room for growth! We support each other and value the importance of collaboration and intellectual curiosity across all our teams. You'll have daily opportunities to develop your individual skills, become an expert in the dynamic event production and corporate video industry, and be part of an innovative organization.

We offer a competitive package and a balanced work-life culture. We love what we do and hope you do too - come join us!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Production Location Lead will lead the onsite production team for an established multi-channel retailer company. This key role is responsible for:

• overseeing the day-to-day operations, coordination, and execution of all onsite productions;
• partnering with the client events team and hosts to collaborate on production support needs;
• managing the AVI-SPL staff within the assigned location; and
• providing direct event coordination support for assigned productions and events as needed.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILIITES

Team Management

• Oversee the onsite team responsible for providing high-quality production support through professional quality video, audio, lighting, and presentation to allow the client and external partners to connect and communicate their message in a distinct and technologically innovative way to colleagues and customers alike.
• Serve as the first-tier escalation point of contact for service needs with the client team.
• Implement training program to develop personnel and ensure they have the skillset and knowledge to effectively perform their roles and provide recommendations and opportunities for advancing capabilities.
• Ensure minimum staffing levels are always met and oversee the development of contingency and backfill plans including freelancer pool development in local market to ensure no interruption to service.
• Support the assessment and recommendation of solutions about functionality of studio and event spaces based on operational requirements and event scope.
• Develop and provide key factors analysis report to manager on a quarterly basis.
• Assess personal performance and hold review with personnel inclusive of corrective measures as necessary.
• Ensure maximum utilization of internal employees and resources. 

Production Management

• Collaborate with client events team on technical broadcast approach and design of productions for assigned location.
• Manage and maintain the production schedule for assigned location including staff and resource allocations.
• Maintain relationships with AVI-SPL production resources and vendors for scalable support including location-based video production and event production companies for additional equipment and crewing needs.
• Conduct weekly production meetings to assess project progress and identify issues, provide guidance, and ensure coverage of all upcoming events.
• Perform post-mortems of productions to analyze what went right, what went wrong, and make recommendations for future improvements. 

Production Coordination

• Meet with events team and requestors to plan and review event needs and provide recommendations on production enhancements to execute on event vision.
• Coordinate the technical production needs for all events and ensure requirements are in full compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Facilitate equipment rental and other supplemental production requirements.
• Oversee postproduction needs including basic editing and delivery of recordings.
• Organize event metrics and feedback and provide recommendations on areas for improvement.
• Fill in necessary production crew positions as needed. 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Must-have skills & job qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in live event production, event coordination, broadcast, audio/visual, and video production, or other similar field.
• 3+ years of experience in:
• leading, mentoring, and developing teams
• onsite, virtual, and hybrid live events
• database and scheduling management
• coordinating logistics with multiple entities or vendors
• Strong technical knowledge of traditional event production, broadcast, and digital equipment.
• Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude during high pressure situations.
• Ability to communicate challenging aspects to clients while maintaining a high level of confidence and leadership.
• Track record of being organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and working well in a team atmosphere, as well as having the capability to work well individually, is essential.
• Strong work ethic, self-direction, self-motivation, patience, persistence, and perspective.
• Excellent collaboration and customer relationship skills with the understanding of the importance of white glove service.
• Consistent proactive preparation and timely responses to multiple channels of communication.
• Ability to collect and analyze metrics, extract trending data, and provide continuous improvement recommendations. 

Nice-to-have skills

• Knowledgeable in the operations and technical execution of video production, audio-visual technology, and event space facilities.
• Experience in various production roles including but not limited to technical directing, audio mixing, camera operation, and editing.
• College degree in video production, broadcasting, communications, or similar field. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Travel is required based on requirements and location of productions and service needs including meetings at client offices and AVI-SPL offices. 

WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE 

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental.
• PTO days (vacation, sick days, and personal days) and paid holidays.
• Enjoyable company culture.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

If your interest and skills match the needs of the position, please apply online. Compensation commensurate with experience. Please state salary expectations in cover letter.