FREELANCE EVENT PRODUCTION DIRECTOR (f/m/d)
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Working at egg isn’t just a job. It’s about making compelling and inspiring experiences for our clients and their audiences.
We work hard to create the magic. But we know how to have fun too. And it beats being just another cog in a faceless machine.
Bring your authentic self
At egg we care about each other as much as we care about our customers and our business. We celebrate uniqueness and are proud of the glorious human mosaic that is egg. And we’re always on the lookout for fresh talent and friendly faces to enrich and expand our team.
Which brings us to you.
We are seeking a freelance Event Production Director for an event that will take place in Mexico, scheduled between January and February 2025. The role requires approximately 50 days of commitment, covering pre-production, onsite management, and post-production activities.
What you'll be doing
- Act as a key member of the Project direction team and lead the event production
- Understand the client's needs and objectives and provide production advice
- Manage production teams for various program segments (e.g., welcome dinner, plenary, breakouts, networking sessions, gala dinner, additional requests)
- Actively collaborate and communicate with other project leads (Logistics Director, Creative Director, etc.)
- Oversee the production team during preparation and onsite (including Technical Directors, Showcallers, Stage Managers etc.) and coordinate technical aspects such as floorplans, lighting, and camera setups
- Maintain direct contact with clients, suppliers, and artists on all production topics.
- Responsible of the production section of the budget
- Responsible of all production deliverables: roadbook, cue sheet, video, printing, décor, etc.
- Manage the suppliers’ tender creation, negotiation, contracting
Must haves
- Fluency in spoken and written English (No scrambled oeufs at egg, svp.)
- 7+ years of experience in international event production and direction
- Strong leadership and creative problem-solving skills
- Expert knowledge of RFP as well as delivery services
- Strong communication skills with clients, suppliers, and artists
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Budget creation, handling & reconciliation
- Experience coordinating technical aspects like floorplans and lighting
- Prior experience in post-production processes and deliverables
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proficient in using collaborative tools such as Teams
Nice to haves
- Proficiency in French and Spanish
- Knowledge of Sketchup, AutoCAD
- Familiarity with stage design processes
- Experience with speaker management and rehearsals
- Background in audiovisual production and stage decoration
The most important bit
At egg, everyone’s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. We’re constantly striving to do better and be better: we give each other feedback regularly, not just top-down from leadership, but bottom-up and sideways too! Accountability is key: it’s okay to make mistakes as long as we own and learn from them. People who thrive at egg have a deep curiosity to keep improving, learning and coaching others.
Our nest is made up of people from all walks of life and from different social and cultural backgrounds. We believe equity and inclusivity lead to better work and a better world. That’s why, when we’re hiring new people we don’t talk about “culture fit”, but “culture add”.
We encourage and welcome applications from all genders, BIPOC, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities.
- Department
- Operations
- Locations
- egg Switzerland, egg Italy, egg Iberica, egg Germany, egg Paris, egg Belgium, egg UK
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Employment type
- Contract
- Remote status
- Hybrid or remote
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About egg
At egg, everyone’s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. We’re constantly striving to do better and be better: we give each other feedback regularly, not just top-down from leadership, but bottom-up and sideways too! Accountability is key: it’s okay to make mistakes as long as we own and learn from them. People who thrive at egg have a deep curiosity to keep improving, learning and coaching others.
Our nest is made up of people from all walks of life and from different social and cultural backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity is not just a buzzword but a fundamental strength that fuels innovation, creativity, and excellence. We are proud to welcome applications from individuals of all genders, including those who identify as transgender or non-binary, as well as from BIPOC communities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities.
Additionally, as an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) driven company, we actively work to make a positive impact on our planet and society. By joining our team, you will become part of a progressive organization that strives for ESG excellence and you will help us building a brighter future for everyone.
FREELANCE EVENT PRODUCTION DIRECTOR (f/m/d)
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