Technical Director (Experiential) at On Board Experiential

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Experiential Marketing, EventsIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in technical production including audio/visual, lighting, immersive technologies (AI, VR, MR), custom builds, staging, and related elements
Ability to identify key technologies and resources to provide high-quality technical production options
Experience in strategy development, concept vetting, vendor outreach, research, and feasibility analysis for technical integrations
Proficiency in to-scale .DWG drawing and modeling
Skills in budgeting, pricing, testing (including final phase testing), and best practices for technical production
Capability to manage onsite planning including load in, live event, and load out timelines, staffing, and labor services
Experience hiring and managing internal and external production teams
Knowledge of contingency planning for all project stages
Ability to work with 3rd party vendors to define and deliver services
Partnership skills with Senior Technical Director, cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and participation in pitch meetings

Responsibilities

Establish initiatives with Senior Technical Director to keep technical production capabilities ahead of industry standards (10%)
Partner with stakeholders to define strategy and resources for events, including vetting concepts, vendor outreach, research, and feasibility work
Participate in pitch meetings to present case studies, expertise, and specific technical concepts including emerging technologies
Advance technical workstreams across multiple projects in pre-production (30%), including drawings, modeling, vendor planning, budgeting, pricing, testing, and onsite timelines
Coordinate with production team for acquisition, installation, and management of technical resources during execution (30%)
Hire and manage production teams to execute technical scope of work at the highest level
Ensure contingencies are addressed and planned for at all project stages
Develop and manage budgets and vendor relationships (25%)

Skills

Audio Visual

Lighting

Custom Builds

Staging

Technical Production

Project Management

Immersive Technologies

On Board Experiential

Experiential marketing agency creating engaging events

About On Board Experiential

On Board Experiential (OBE) creates engaging marketing experiences that connect brands with their audiences. The agency specializes in experiential marketing, focusing on consumer engagement through events and interactive experiences such as B2B conferences, corporate events, retail pop-up installations, influencer marketing campaigns, and press events. OBE differentiates itself by offering full-service marketing solutions, managing everything from planning to execution and post-event analysis. Their goal is to create immersive experiences that enhance brand loyalty and recognition. OBE serves a diverse range of clients, including major corporations, and generates revenue through project fees, retainer agreements, and performance-based incentives.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Performance Bonus

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from digital marketing agencies expanding into experiential marketing.

Economic downturns may lead to reduced marketing budgets for major clients.

Geopolitical tensions could impact OBE's global operations and expansion efforts.

Differentiation

OBE specializes in creating unique, engaging marketing experiences for diverse industries.

The company offers full-service solutions from planning to post-event analysis.

OBE's acquisition of Playmaker Experiential expands its global reach and capabilities.

Upsides

Growing popularity of VR and AR enhances OBE's immersive marketing experiences.

Hybrid events trend allows OBE to reach broader audiences with innovative solutions.

Data-driven personalization enables OBE to tailor experiences to individual consumer preferences.

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