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Live Nation Insomniac - Director, Elevated Experiences in Calabasas, California
Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you want to be part of a company that changes the world fueled by creativity? Do you want to offer our headliners the best possible experience, and are you skilled at project management? Then we are looking for you, a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love for coordinating and taking on projects. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
The Director of Elevated Experiences will be responsible for creating environments specific to Insomniac festival brands and overall project management. The Director of Elevated Experiences is responsible for managing and directing various aspects of the department. This position requires travel between the Calabasas, CA and Las Vegas, NV offices frequently.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Create enhanced environments specific to Insomniac festival brands that provide an elevated experience for our attendees
Oversee development, accountability and resource to 2 manager level direct reports within department
Partner with and advise Elevated Experiences Production Designer to concept fabrications, activations, and photo ops per festival brand guidelines
Partner with finance team on forecasting, actualizing and reconciliation budgets based upon an approved concept design
Negotiate and confirm quotes and basic terms of contract with outside vendors as required
Partner with legal team to contract vendors and collect insurance certificates
Oversee production departments and ensure build compliance and experience requirements are fulfilled
Liaison with Stage Producer and Stage Managers to ensure builds do not interfere with stage production
Lead communications in compliance with local fire department and Elevated Experiences production team
Develop and implement various production schedules, including but not limited to, build schedules
Partner with both the creative and elevated experiences teams to design and build out CEO & Executive team hosting areas
Ensure that the Elevated Experiences standards are upheld at all times
Recruit, train and develop various team members
Perform ad hoc projects as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Extensive experience in managing and developing direct reports; manager level and below
Proven ability to produce all phases of elevated experiences from concept through production and post production
Passion for creating and improving processes that foster creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation
Desire to learn new skills and eager to jump in, even if it means going beyond this position’s core responsibilities
Extensive Music festival production, operations and experiential experience required
Experience training others on various mediums and the ability to coach others under pressure in stressful environments
Excellent ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written communication
Experience auditing and submitting various expenses to be processed for payment
Proficient knowledge in Google Drive with experience linking multiple worksheets and external database
Ability to solve problems by gathering information, discussing options, and making recommendations
Extensive experience with managing multiple large-scale projects in a high stress role
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and busy environments
Must be willing to frequently work and travel to events during evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines and work events
Must be willing to work in the Las Vegas office or Calabasas office on occasion always with prior notice
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 USD
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
About Us
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.
We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.