Key Responsibilities

Facilitates communication between Production, Operations and Creative during the development and implementation of all assigned projects
Responsible for installation and maintenance of Show Control systems.
Maintains project liaison status to communicate scheduling of timelines, guest impact, site visits, and additional department project involvement
Supports or leads and technical teams and vendors in the upgrade of existing shows and attractions
Assists in new installations and renovations of entertainment related scenic or technological elements in exhibitions, shows and attractions
Develops install, implementation, and strike schedules for combined in-house and contracted services with deadline accountability
Maintains a flow of purchasing by monitoring issuances of purchase orders, collection of vendor clearance paperwork and proper invoicing
Provides a level of professional expertise in the areas of technical stagecraft, theatrical rigging, special effects, lighting, scenery, props, and technical design
Collaborates with the Creative Department during the creation, design and installation of shows and events
Ensures that our operation is compliant with corporate safety industry standards as well as city, country and local statutes related to safety and the environment
Assists with scope development, budget creation, bid process, vendor selection, equipment purchase, and installation supervision
Designs review of lighting, audio, video, special effects, safety rigging and show control systems
Supervises labor hours for specific work units from 20 to 80 hours per week based on project needs
Supervises and maintains cleanliness and safety standards of all equipment and infrastructure as it relates to the project install
Occasionally assists other locations / areas throughout the world as needed and performs other duties as assigned
Enthusiastically represents VHE by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job

Required Skills, Knowledge, Education and Training

Minimum of five years experience supervising the following live event productions: technical theater operations, concert, and festival and/or event production
Minimum of two years experience supervising live, technical theater operations
Show Control Operations and Maintenance
Thorough knowledge of technical theater including rigging, theater safety, audio, lighting, video and digital media, special effects, theatrical scenery and all other elements of stagecraft.
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
Computer skills including MS Word, Excel
Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work on several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment
Strong leadership abilities and skills in planning, organization, implementation and follow- through
AutoCAD drafting experience preferred
Preferably with experience working in an international firm

Technical Specialist/Manager