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On Board Experiential

Location:
United States, San Francisco ▼
Los Angeles
New York City

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Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

100000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Our Production Directors are responsible for all elements of production for each assigned project/program from start to finish and for executing the approved production-specific Scope of Work in support of client goals and objectives. General responsibilities include management and direction of all production related personnel including, but not limited to, internal producers, external producers, third-party vendors/suppliers, and will often involve leading and/or overseeing multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of activation. This person will play a critical and prominent role in the development of each program, which will include, strategic thinking, concept development, feasibility work, development of the overall project plan, comprehensive pre-production work, budget development, management and tracking P/L, and the overall quality of the project/program.

Job Responsibility:

Direct, manage, mentor, and motivate junior production staff
Assist new business development team in determining feasibility of projects/events and developing production deliverables for new business proposals (RFPs)
Serve as primary Production team contact throughout a project/program with both internal and external teams, including client teams
Collaborate with OBE Leadership and senior level production team, Account, Creative, Strategy, Technology, and others
Direct and oversee all production related communications, documentation, and required deliverables
Ensure staff executes at the highest level of industry standards and in accordance with company policies and SOPs
Establish and maintain best practices
Create and manage and meticulously track detailed event timeline(s)
Produce detailed project-wide, operational, and logistical plans and procedures
Keep OBE Leadership and senior level production staff briefed on revisions to SOW’s and budgets
Source, secure, recruit, hire and manage both project specific as well as FT production staff
Source and secure new vendors
Reconcile all production budgets and prepare post event analysis of production
Live, Virtual and hybrid style production direction including remote and in-person video production management, post-production supervision, digital asset management and tracking, QA/QC support, licensing and compliance, talent relations and management, integration of content into projects

Requirements:

BA/BS in marketing, business administration, communications, or related field
8 – 10 years of direct experience in producing/managing large experiential programs and events
At least 5 years in an experiential agency environment
Large event, big budget activations experience
Very strong client/customer service experience
Additional experience in at least 2 specialized areas: audio/video/lighting, mobile marketing tours, set fabrication, live event activations, corporate meetings
Experience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Google apps, Trello and/or other project management tools
VERY Strong network of production personnel and service providers
Exceptional and proven organizational, planning, managerial and client interfacing skills
Superior management, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent ability to manage internal and external crews and staff
Ability to multi-task, manage priorities and commitments, and meet deadlines
Must be able to work in a VERY collaborative manner
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint and Access)
Ability to manage projects/events within budget
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently as well as with expansive internal/external teams
Extremely strong working knowledge of and experience with location permitting and insurance processes
Strong Vendor relationships and experience with competitive bidding
Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a VERY fast-paced, dynamic, flexible work environment
Must be flexible, and comfortable, in working non-traditional hours as needed (some nights and weekends)
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
Ability and willingness to work in-office, onsite and remote as required

Nice to have:

Enjoys working in a fast-paced, challenging, and fun environment
Strong work ethic, integrity, and very positive attitude

What we offer:

medical/dental/vision insurance
employer paid basic life and personal accident insurance
Annual Profit Sharing/Bonus Plan
401(k)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
PTO
STD/LTD insurance benefits
recovery days
happy hours
friendly but competitive fitness challenges
company offsites

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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