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FREEMAN Project Manager Rigging Logistics in Chicago, Illinois
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 96-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Project Manager – Rigging Logistics is responsible for the overall operational rigging logistics associated with producing events in order to improve efficiencies, control costs and provide a seamless flow of information between Sales and Event Operation, and Freeman Electric. Plans, assigns and manages all operational activities prior to, during and after each event.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of Chicago, IL, but we are open to the following locations:
Dallas, TX
Austin, TX
Las Vegas, NV
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Provides technical advice and assists sales in the budgetary and developmental process of shows
Participates in site surveys as needed to ensure proper planning of events
Participates in the planning and implementation of operational activities for assigned events. Attends weekly operations/ sales meetings & provides event information input
Prepares production work books, reviews equipment totals and prepares non-bar code item requests
Reviews equipment requirements to determine personnel and labor schedules
Determines staffing needs and ensures that all labor requirements are submitted to the proper departments and or labor sources
Supervises show site rigging operational functions to ensure they are performed in a timely and cost effective manner as assigned by supervisor
Communicates operational plans to show-site staff as required
Maintains daily contact with on-site staff documenting changes & updates as required
Works directly within R2 to ensure complete equipment coverage on shows
Assists in the scheduling and coordination of trucking arrangements
Develops production schedules, reviews CAD plans, and facility arrangements for events as required
Schedules and conducts pre and post-conference meetings. Conducts a post show meeting with the
Account Executives to review all purchase orders, labor costs and equipment usage to ensure proper billing to the customer
Requests purchase orders and approves all invoices associated with each
Compiles and produces post show reports
Performs other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 4 years experience in Overhead Rigging is preferred
Proficient in MS Office suite
Proficient with Google Sheets & Google Docs
Understanding of rigging safety procedures preferred
Familiarity with exposition work tickets preferred
Familiarity with local union jurisdictions and rules preferred
Technical overhead rigging training required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- ETCP Certified Arena Rigger is preferred
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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