JOB DESCRIPTIONThe FOX Experience + Design team is fueled by boldness and the desire to create impact. We are dedicated to increasing awareness by connecting viewers and clients to FOX through best-in-class experiences across diverse business affiliates, such as FOX Entertainment, FOX Sports, Tubi Media, FOX News, and FOX Corporate. We focus on brand engagement and experiential experiences by providing strategic ideas, planning, and production in events, design, and technology.
The Director, Technical Event Production will oversee all technical aspects of off-site live and recorded events for the FOX family of brands. This position requires deep technical knowledge, strong project management skills, and leadership skills to deliver flawless events in high-pressure environments. The Director, Technical Event Production is a strategic, creative leader who can effectively communicate with executives, guide teams, and leverage technology to elevate production value and support the company vision across all stakeholders.
Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES- Oversee technical planning and execution for all off-site FOX Corp events (live, virtual, VOD), supporting FOX Studio lot events when needed as well
- Translate stakeholder and event team's vision into actionable production specifications, ensuring vision is brought to life on time, within budget and exceeding expectations
- Source, budget, and offer multiple solutions for new and existing events
- Manage technical execution of production requirements from conception to execution, collaborating with internal teams and external partners as required.
- Develop and manage budgets, ensuring successful project delivery within budget and on schedule
- Plan, schedule, and manage resources for concurrent projects, teams, and deadlines
- Secure necessary equipment and services through vendor coordination
- Troubleshoot on-site technical challenges, implementing solutions for smooth operations
- Develop innovative strategies to hit and exceed event goals
- Collaborate seamlessly with all stakeholders (events team, vendors, etc.) to deliver exceptional events
- Foster efficient information flow through clear and concise communication across all teams and partners
- Research and integrate cutting-edge technologies to keep FOX event production at the forefront of the industry
WHAT YOU WILL NEED- Bachelor's degree
- 8+ years of hands-on and supervisory experience in corporate events or broadcast
- Leadership, prioritization, and delegation in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (grace under pressure!)
- Stellar verbal and written communication with C-Suite & diverse stakeholders
- Effective vendor negotiation skills
- In-depth knowledge of live production systems (video, audio, lighting)
- Meticulous eye for flawless technical execution
- US travel with occasional global trips
- Ability to work long hours (evenings/weekends), lift 50lbs, and work on feet for extended periods
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER- Experience with remote and multi-camera production, IP, fiber transmission, and live streaming
- Familiarity with post-production software & processes, including video editing
- Live event safety protocols
- Union labor management knowledge
- Proficiency in various platforms (MS Suite, Google Workspace, Monday.com, Outlook, databases, etc.)
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $128,000.00-170,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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