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Technical Director - NYC

  • On-site
    • New York, New York, United States
  • $110,000 - $125,000
  • Confidential

Job description

ABOUT US!

At Sourcing Unicorns, we recruit globally across the creative and experiential industry, always on the lookout for exceptional talent to bring bold ideas to life. For this opportunity, we’re proud to collaborate with this unique team to find the unicorn, the one who will truly make a difference. Together, we ensure a smooth and human-centered hiring experience that reflects the studio’s vision.

ABOUT THE VENUE & CONTEXT

The New York venue is a permanent programmable multimedia space designed for immersive, projection-mapped experiences. It hosts a wide range of high-end live events, including luxury weddings, corporate events, galas, keynotes, fashion shows, premieres, and brand activations. The venue operates within a multi-stakeholder environment, where programming, technical operations, and immersive content must align seamlessly with client expectations. The Line Producer brings structure, cost control, and forward planning to AV and multimedia operations, coordinating show and events teams to ensure consistent delivery and a high level of client satisfaction.

POSITION’S OBJECTIVES

The Technical Director is the day-to-day technical authority for a permanent programmable multimedia space. They ensure that every technical setup (audio, lighting, video, rigging) respects:

  • The integrity of the cross functional AV teams within the venue (rigging, video, projection, audio, lighting)

  • The integrity and quality of the projection mapping

  • The quality of the immersive experience

  • Safety, feasibility, and operational efficiency

  • Budget constraints and cost optimization

  • Maintenance planning and scheduling (semi-annual)

The TD is hands-on, present on-site during key events, load-ins, and rehearsals. They challenge vendor-driven setups, prevent technical conflicts, and guarantee the smooth execution of all AV operations in a luxury, high-stakes, live-event and show environment

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES


1. Technical Leadership & Validation

  • Review and approve all technical designs, room plots, and event setups (Vectorworks, drawings provided by HODs).

  • Ensure no technical element (speakers, truss, lighting, decor) interferes with projection mapping, sightlines, or safety.

  • Act as the final decision-maker on technical feasibility and equipment choices.

  • Maintain the immersive integrity of the room for every event type (weddings, galas, fashion shows, corporate events).

2. On-the-Ground Supervision

  • Be physically present during key load-ins, rehearsals, and high-stakes events.

  • Inspect and approve setups before doors open.

  • Troubleshoot live AV issues and guide freelance tech teams.

  • Ensure smooth transitions between events with tight turnarounds.

3. Vendor & HOD Management

  • Work with long-term freelance Heads of Audio, Lighting, Video, and Rigging.

  • Review, question, and push back on proposed setups when overspecified or misaligned.

  • Ensure vendors operate within budget and technical constraints.

  • Shift the venue from vendor-driven decision-making to MF technical decision-making.

4. Cost Optimization & Standardization

  • Analyze technical quotes and ensure costs align with event needs.

  • Recommend smarter, more efficient setups without compromising quality.

  • Contribute to the evaluation of in-house equipment purchases to reduce recurring rental expenses.

  • Define and implement standardized AV setups when possible.

5. Systems Quality & Workflow Management

  • Guarantee proper audio routing, avoiding issues like single-line interference.

  • Ensure recordings are clean and usable for post-production (client deliverables).

  • Maintain consistency and reliability across projection and playback systems.

6. Internal & External Coordination

  • Collaborate closely with the production/sales team and the Production Coordinator.

  • Work harmoniously with the operations team.

  • Provide clear communication and documentation to all stakeholders.

  • Report issues, risks, and required improvements to the Venue’s business manager.

Job requirements

EXPECTATIONS & REQUIRED QUALITIES

Must-Have Experience

  • Strong hands-on background in live events, concerts, touring, or immersive shows.

  • Deep understanding of AV systems: audio, video, lighting, rigging.

  • Proven ability to read, modify, and validate Vectorworks or technical plots.

  • Experience supervising technical crews and managing vendor relationships.

  • Experience balancing creative/client expectations with technical feasibility and budgets.

  • Comfortable as the technical authority in a fast-paced, premium venue.

Soft Skills

  • Calm, assertive, and solutions-oriented.

  • Not afraid to say: “This setup won’t work, we will do it this way instead.”

  • Excellent communicator with both high-end clients and technical crews.

  • Hands-on leadership style; not a “desk TD”.

  • Ability to diplomatically challenge long-term vendors who are used to making their own decisions.

  • High attention to detail and uncompromising standards for quality.

Nice-to-Have

  • Experience with projection mapping or immersive AV environments.

  • Experience in architecturally sensitive spaces (historic venues, rigging limitations).

  • Familiarity with both event worlds and show worlds (fashion, corporate, live music)

Core Requirements

  • Strong hands-on technical background (live events / AV systems).

  • Ability to read and work in Vectorworks (or strong capacity to learn quickly).

  • Excellent knowledge of AV equipment (audio consoles, speakers, projectors, media servers, lighting rigs).

  • Proficiency with both Mac and PC environments.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Ability to work event-driven hours (early mornings / late nights during peak periods).

  • Ability to physically inspect, assess, and supervise technical setups.

WORK CONDITIONS

  • Salary range: USD $110 - $ 125k

  • Full-time, on-site role with requirements to be in Downtown Manhattan 5 days a week.

  • Event-based rhythm with peak periods in Q4 requiring occasional early mornings or late finishes.

  • Limited travel; this is a venue-based operational role.

Thank you for applying. We’re committed to an inclusive process and we welcome talent from all walks of life. We aim to review every application. Roles in experiential can be ultra-specialized, if it’s not a fit for this one, we may still flag your profile for future opportunities. Thanks for helping grow the Sourcing Unicorns talent ecosystem.

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