Director of Live Production
turn2partnersWashington (DC)
About the role
Role: Director of Live Production
Location: Greater Washington, DC Area
Type: Full-Time
About the Team:
Join a large, mission-driven organization that delivers high-quality live and broadcast experiences across multiple locations. You'll play a key role in leading technical production while building and developing a strong team dedicated to delivering exceptional event experiences.
What You’ll Do:
Lead technical production for recurring live events, broadcasts, and special productions.
Partner with creative leadership to bring event concepts to life through exceptional audio, video, and lighting execution.
Direct live productions, making confident technical decisions in fast-paced environments.
Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor volunteer and team members across audio, video, lighting, graphics, and stage operations.
Oversee production planning, rehearsals, and event execution to ensure a consistent, high-quality experience.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain production standards and support ongoing technical improvements.
Help develop future production leaders while fostering a collaborative, service-oriented team culture.
Core Tech &
Skills:
Digital audio consoles and live sound mixing
Professional lighting consoles and programming
Video switching, routing, IMAG, and camera systems
LED walls and large-format display technologies
Live presentation software
Volunteer scheduling and team management platforms
Wireless microphone and in-ear monitor systems
Broadcast and live streaming workflows
Audio-over-IP technologies (Dante, MADI, or similar)
Basic AV networking and production system troubleshooting
Nice to Have:
Experience leading production in a multi-site environment
Large-scale volunteer leadership experience
Stage design and live event production
Preventive AV system maintenance and equipment management
Experience supporting large-scale public events or mission-driven organizations
Why It’s Great: Lead high-impact live productions using modern AV technology.
Shape the growth of a talented production team and mentor future leaders.
Join a collaborative organization that values excellence, innovation, and meaningful work.
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