Fashion show director job description

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the development and management of all Entertainment related aesthetic, show and guest-experience elements. In concert with creative and design staff, the Show Director defines and insures compliance with Entertainment goals and intent. Acts as the creative lead on assigned projects, supervising any assigned staff and workloads and determines strategies insuring the successful completion of all tasks and/or assignments through all aspects of design and production from original concept through final installation and maintenance.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Accountable for the creative development and execution for all assignments assuring that the creative meets Universal Orlando standards. The Show Director co-ordinates all the artistic aspects of multiple show productions, from development through production stages and rehearsals to the final performance. This includes but not limited to the overseeing of direction of approved scripts through - pre-production, writing, casting, rehearsals, staging and show maintenance.

+ Responsible for the management, direction, and development of creative personnel including but not limited assistant show directors, performance captains, writers, choreographers, dance captains and music coaches assigned to the project.

+ Responsible for the development of approved concepts, which includes, but is not limited to the areas of developing ideas and creative collaboration. Effectively communicating potential concepts and approvals to the creative staff.

+ Supports production in developing and implementing the tactical plan for the enhancement and improvement of creative development for all assignments including staffing and budgetary requirements.

+ Responsible for maintaining all Design Department Resources including but not limited to creative resource materials, music and video libraries, as well as research current trends and new entertainment offerings in the industry.

+ Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

SCOPE: Responsible for the development and management of all Entertainment related aesthetic, show and guest-experience elements.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Fine Arts degree from a four year college or university in Theatre Management or equivalent experience within the Professional Theatrical Industry preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

+ 3-5 years cumulative experience in Show Direction, Script Writing, Choreography and concept development required.

+ 5-7 years preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Role will provide show direction over events and/or venues, with up to 200 Team Members within a venue. Role will provide supervision/direction to ASD's, Performance Coordinators, Venue Captains, etc.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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Smithbucklin, the leading association management company, is looking for an experienced Trade Show Director to join the Event Services team in Chicago office. Our Event Services unit provides meeting, convention, event and tradeshow management worldwide.Event Directors play a critical role in developing creative and strategic event solutions for our clients and providing outstanding customer service. These individuals are the leadership of the event planning team and are integral in educating and mentoring their teams.Event Directors are accountable for leading event strategy and the overall delivery of event outcomes for a group of clients within a specified Smithbucklin portfolio. Event Directors lead cross-functional event teams to deliver on strategic trade show outcomes through development and implementation of an event strategy and plan while ensuring superior service levels. This role is accountable and responsible for trade show strategy, event team execution, oversight of all aspects of trade show delivery, and financials for assigned clients; essentially this role is the quarterback of the event. The Show Director will work in collaboration with their assigned Portfolio Director and Event Services Operations Leader to ensure that event teams utilize standardized processes and tools.Key focus areas and activities for the Show Director role include:

+ Event Strategy: The Show Director is responsible for development and implementation of trade show strategy for assigned clients.

+ Works with Executive Directors and external clients to define and clarify strategic event goals and key performance indicators for events (e.g., registrations, gross revenue, attendee satisfaction, cost-to-revenue ratio, number qualified sales leads, project scope, etc.).

+ Works with Executive Directors and external clients to determine budget available to deliver on desired event outcomes and tracks performance against budget.

+ Develops site selection strategy and recommendations, facilitates site selection decisions and finalization of contracts working in partnership with Executive Directors and Event Services Site Search Specialists

+ Leads cross-functional event teams to develop and implement event strategies that are tailored and relevant to client needs including ensuring marketing, education and sales teams have strategies and plans to support delivery of event objectives.

+ Leads event experience design for events bringing specialized expertise in as needed to deliver compelling event experiences.

+ Continually works with cross-functional event teams to identify and introduce innovations that enhance client outcomes, profitability, productivity and efficiency.

+ Event and Team Management: The Director is responsible for leading cross-functional event teams to deliver on all aspects of trade show event management and financial performance.

+ Oversees project plan, defines roles and responsibilities for event team members and ensures regular project team meeting cadence.

+ Partners with Executive Directors to determine appropriate engagement of client boards, staff and volunteer committees in events.

+ Develops forecasts, manages and tracks performance against event budget; addresses and resolves issues related to financial performance.

+ Develops communications and client management plans and ensures appropriate ongoing event communications around event schedule, project and budget status, key issues and resolutions.

+ Troubleshoots and drives course corrections to event strategies including initiating actions from education, IT, membership/operations, marketing and sales teams.

+ Leads post-event wrap-up process to assess event outcomes and debrief learnings with cross-functional event teams and client boards.

+ Unit Support: Responsible for supporting their Portfolio Director and the Event Services Operations Leader.
+ Raises talent and people development issues and opportunities with the Portfolio Director.

+ Coaches cross-functional event team staff to ensure strong performance and high staff engagement.

+ Provides input to the Portfolio Director in defining event strategy and experience design guidelines for customization for their clients

+ Continually works with cross-functional event teams to identify and introduce process improvements and makes recommendations to Event Services Operations Leader.

+ Upholds and ensures event teams execute the established event delivery processes and standards defined by Event Services Operations.

Where Do You Fit?

Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people - regardless of position or compensation - an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.

Production Operations at Televisa Univision is looking for a Show Director to join our team!

The Director will oversee the various aspects of the Show and coordinate all elements associated with the broadcast of live soccer events and/or TV Shows. The Show Director will report to the Production Operations Supervisor.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

+ Call and direct live or taped multi camera shows and/or Live Events.

+ Manage control room and studio staff.

+ Use iNEWS (Newsroom Computer System) to create and edit the rundown.

+ Oversee and facilitate production elements, including graphics, music, and all other related presentation elements.

+ Coordinates and communicate all technical and staging requirements to the production crew.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

+ Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Communications or related field AND 3 years' experience in production/directing live programs.

+ Experience in Live Sporting Events.

+ Knowledge of equipment utilized in production, TV studio and control room.

+ Able to make quick decisions and give accurate and clear instructions.

+ Ability to multitask and prioritize.

+ Comfort using highly technical systems including Grass Valley switchers, Calrec Audio, VizRT systems, playback devices (Avid Airspeed, EVS), INEWS Newsroom Computer System.

+ Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications.

+ Ability to perform well under pressure and live event situations.

+ Attend pre-production meetings and calls.

+ Excellent organizational and communication skills.

+ Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

+ Employees will be expected to commit to a specific schedule in the time period indicated.

+ As this position supports a 24x7 operation, candidate must, in addition to being able to work regular hours, have on-call availability and flexibility to work days, nights, overnights, weekends and holidays as needed and without advance notice. Additionally, candidate may be required to work on site for extended periods of time to provide coverage in special circumstances, such as during tropical storms/hurricanes

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

#LI-ONSITE (for 100% onsite requirement)

Univision requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.

Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.