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Production Director – Business Insider Live
| Company | Business Insider |
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| Location | New York, NY, USA |
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| Salary | $115000 – $130000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Experience in live event production, with a strong portfolio of business or media events
- Proven success managing complex show formats, editorial programming, and client activations
- Deep knowledge of A/V systems, stage design, lighting, streaming, and broadcast production
- Strong leadership and crisis management skills in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
- Experience managing production budgets of $250K+ per event
- Excellent communicator and cross-functional collaborator
- Comfortable directing both in-person and hybrid/virtual events
- Ability to be based in NYC and in office 2-3 days per week
- Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends as needed
Responsibilities
- Lead production planning and execution for 15–20 annual live and hybrid events, from concept to wrap
- Manage event production timelines, budgets, and vendors (A/V, scenic, streaming, labor, etc.)
- Supervise on-site production teams and direct live shows, ensuring seamless execution and contingency planning
- Partner with editorial, creative, partnerships, and marketing teams to bring content visions to life on stage
- Own technical specs and show logistics, including run-of-show, rehearsals, and show calling
- Vet and maintain a preferred vendor network, negotiate contracts, and ensure all vendors meet BI’s production standards
- Support venue scouting, floor plans, and staging, collaborating closely with design and operations teams
- Implement sustainability, accessibility, and DEI best practices across all events
- Provide post-event analysis and production reporting to inform continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
