Technical Director (In-Person)

Job Summary

You will own the technical execution of live shows, maintain reliable support systems, and make confident on-the-fly decisions during broadcasts. The role spans planning, setup, live switching, troubleshooting, and post-show wrap, while collaborating closely with production, engineering, scenic, audio, graphics, and talent teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a reliable system for technical support across programs and events
• Monitor audio and mixing, including audio recordings, throughout productions
• Oversee proper lighting as predetermined in production meetings
• Ensure productions are distraction-free and technically well-supported by all support roles
• Produce technical drawings and communicate with scene supervisors to validate planned processes
• Recruit and train control room and technical crew; uphold high standards of performance and safety
• Update and maintain production technologies; ensure proper maintenance and installation
• Keep detailed records of warranties and licensing agreements for gear
• Work with technical, logistical, and production teams to source and manage equipment, crew, staging, video, lighting, and other broadcast-related items
• Operate visual switching equipment under the guidance and direction of the Director
• Provide direction and make decisions regarding technical projects and workflows
• Execute on-the-fly changes: switching shots, camera angles, graphics, and more
• Collaborate with scenic designers to ensure proper set design and equipment placement
• Monitor video broadcasting equipment and resolve technical issues promptly
• Formulate technical plans for productions and certify equipment readiness for broadcast
• Train the control room crew on proper equipment use, care, and maintenance

Key Success Indicators

• 3+ years managing in-studio and/or live event productions of varying scale
• 3+ years of end-to-end project ownership from kickoff to delivery
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple departments and key individuals in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with third-party partners and vendors; leading contractor teams
• Strong knowledge of live events and studio productions
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Familiarity with project management tools and best practices (Asana, Jira, Trello, Smartsheet, monday.com)
• Strong attention to detail with an in-depth understanding of broadcasting, production, and crew management
• Knowledge of current esports trends and general gaming
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Tasks, Keep)
• Willingness to collaborate across departments
• Ability to perform under pressure during live broadcasts

Preferred Tools and Experience (Nice to Have)

• Live switchers (e.g., Ross Carbonite/Vision, Blackmagic ATEM, Grass Valley)
• Routing and signal workflows (SDI/NDI), intercom/comms (Clear-Com), tally, and monitoring
• Audio consoles (e.g., Yamaha QL/CL, Behringer X32) and Dante networking
• Graphics/playout systems (e.g., Viz, Singular.live, LiveText/NewBlue, vMix) and media servers (e.g., Resolume)
• Replay systems (e.g., EVS, 3Play) and basic IP/IT networking for broadcast