Nexus XP · 8 hours ago
Freelance Tradeshow Production Manager
Orange County, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$50/hr - $65/hr
5+ years expNexus XP is a brand experience agency focused on creating human-centered experiences through trade show exhibits and events. They are seeking an experienced Freelance Production Manager to oversee custom trade show fabrication projects, ensuring quality standards and managing production schedules.
Marketing & Advertising
Hiring Manager
Leslie Chase, CMP
Responsibilities
Manage and monitor fabrication processes to Nexus XP quality standards
Create and maintain production schedules to track workflow and capacity
Review and interpret CAD drawings and floorplans (CAD experience a plus)
Perform quality control checks to ensure builds meet specifications
Ensure exhibits are fully inspected, packed, and ready to ship
Participate in pre-show meetings and exhibit setups
Assist with hands-on tasks such as small exhibit setups, packing, shipping, and test-fitting graphics
Qualification
Required
5–7 years of custom fabrication production experience (trade show/event a must)
Strong project management skills
Experience working with union and non-union labor
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Customer-service oriented and detail-driven
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation
Must live within 40 miles of Huntington Beach, CA
Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Basecamp, Google Drive
CAD and Adobe Creative Suite experience
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Company
Nexus XP
Providing personalized experiences for your brand. Nexus XP is a global experience agency that listens to our client's needs and objectives.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase