Lighting Event Lead

full-time position // slc, ut

Currently, we are looking for a self-motivated, detailed, solution-focused individual to fill a Lighting Department Event Lead as part of our Event Technology Department.

WHO WE ARE //

Webb Events is a creative event production agency handling large-scale live and virtual events throughout the United States and occasionally outside the US. Together, with our clients, we conceptualize, design, produce, build, staff, operate and manage all aspects of an event.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING //

Events require lots of equipment such as speakers, audio boards, cameras, lights, LED Walls, rigging, power, and a lot more. This particular position will manage the inventory of the Lighting department. The lighting team is joined with rigging and power so there is a lot of gear to make it happen. Keeping it organized and accessible is your main goal. You will work closely with the Lighting Department Manager, the Warehouse Manager, and others to pull orders, load/unload trucks, maintain inventories, and provide various event support when necessary.

QUALITIES AND SKILLS //

  • Live event lighting experience with a minimum of five years of being responsible for the execution of all lighting elements for an event
  • Previous on-site crew management experience
  • Excellent self-motivation skills/entrepreneurial spirit
  • Ability to work well with others and a professional demeanor
  • Exceptional organization skills
  • Ability to multi-task, wear many hats
  • Flexible schedule
  • Ability to maintain composure in a sometimes high-stress, fast-paced environment
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn Vectorworks, Lightwrite, Grandma 2 consoles, Understanding of Power and DMX signal flow.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES //

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  • Pre Event
    • Take ownership of the success of the event
    • Work with Producer and TD to understand scope (Production meetings)
    • Create Design (think through how to make this event the best it can be)
    • Provide input and verify items in Inventory Management Software (IE Lightning) in coordination with the Department Manager
    • Flag manager for any discrepancies or cross-rental needs
    • Create show documentation (Engineering diagrams, Input lists, etc)
    • Share show documentation with the on-site crew
    • Help Aisle Lead to ensure that all items are Q/C’d, pulled, and loaded
  • On Event
    • Be an expert and resource.
    • Lead the department crew and oversee the set crew
    • Have a quick overview meeting with your team before you start load-in
    • Jump in with other teams when needed
    • Execute a successful event
    • Oversee the strike of your department’s gear
    • Help other departments with their strike, and assist in loading trucks
  • Post Event
    • Unload trucks from your event
    • Assist in Q/C and ensure all items have been returned.
    • Post-event review
  • Non Event
    • Work with the Department Manager to improve our processes
    • Assist with any gear maintenance needed
    • Find opportunities for training. Work with the Manager to accomplish
    • Other duties as assigned

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT WEBB //

We do great things. We create. We execute. We love our work and are passionate about events and technology. We work together as a team to pull off the extraordinary.

We also offer:

  • Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, HSA with match, ESOP-stock ownership program)
  • 100% employee-owned company
  • Disability insurance and life insurance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid holidays

At WEBB, we have a vision to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people can thrive and do their best work. WEBB recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace. We strive to create a culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates all voices.

 

HOW TO APPLY //

Qualified individuals should send their resumes to careers@wearewebb.com.

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