Job Information
FREEMAN Project Designer LED in Dallas, Texas
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 96-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Project Designer - LED is responsible for the planning and coordination of LED requirements for produced events. This position is responsible for educating technical staff, sales staff, show-site staff, and divisional leaders on implementation related issues. This position will interface broadly with cross divisional teams.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team and is eligible to work a remote schedule. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations:
Dallas, TX
Las Vegas, NV
Chicago, IL
Orlando, FL
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Works closely with clients, sales staff, operations, and project managers to develop event designs and to coordinate pre-production, onsite, and post-production activities in line with event budget
Creates diagrams and for shows based on budgeted designs; ensure on-site personnel have and understand this information
Assists in the scheduling and/or recommending of personnel to optimize resources
Communicates load-in, load-out, install, and dismantle planning information to show site team
Coordinates and/or assists both technical and labor crews
Responsible for ensuring the correct specification setup and optimization of event requirements
Directs workflow of event planning process
Oversees planning of LED requirements involving multiple elements, mediums, and materials
Coordinates logistics for all technical LED events need
Coordinates and supervises planning process and reviews any budget impacts with Client Solutions Manager
Analyze current programs and make recommendation for improvement on gear, electrical, rigging, and safety
Performs other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Equivalent or professional work experience is required
Minimum 5 years experience working in live event production with a minimum of 3 years focused on overall production management
Experience drawing system design in AutoCad or VectorWorks
Ability to develop and interpret AutoCad, VectorWorks, and/or architectural drawings and renderings
Proven aptitude in CAD programs and MS Office suite
Knowledge of multiple LED products and control systems to include NovaStar, Brompton, Absen and ROE
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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