GMR Marketing · 22 hours ago
Sr. Producer, General Session
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yrGMR Marketing is an Experience Agency focused on creating unforgettable stories through immersive brand experiences. As a Sr. Producer, General Sessions, you will lead the production of complex live events for Fortune 500 brands, managing everything from planning to execution with a focus on technical excellence and collaboration across teams.
Advertising
Responsibilities
You'll own the end-to-end production of general sessions, shepherding each project from initial concept through rehearsal, show execution, and strike
You'll be the architect of meticulous run of show documents that detail speaker flow, timing, content cues, and transitions with precision
Creating and maintaining comprehensive technical show call spreadsheets like covering lighting, video, audio, playback, comms, and show cues, will be second nature to you
As show caller or lead producer on comms during rehearsals and live events, you'll command the room with confidence
Your technical expertise will shine as you partner closely with AV vendors to develop innovative approaches that align with both creative intent and budget constraints
You'll translate design decks and creative concepts into executable production plans, making informed, real-time decisions onsite that remain rooted in the approved design direction
You'll maintain a strong working knowledge of audio, video, lighting, staging, LED, and show control systems, leveraging this knowledge to solve problems on the fly and elevate the final product
You'll work seamlessly across all internal GMR teams (creative, digital, account, and operations) to shepherd projects from concept to completion
Managing project scopes, production plans, schedules, and budgets will be a core responsibility, as will selecting, briefing, and managing vendors and venues based on project needs and established criteria
You'll coordinate and track all production builds, graphics, logistics, installs, and strikes, keeping everything moving in perfect synchronization
Budget and vendor management require both strategic thinking and fiscal discipline
You'll build and manage production budgets that align with scope and client expectations, review vendor bids, negotiate scopes, and track costs through reconciliation
You'll identify opportunities to enhance production quality while maintaining fiscal responsibility, proving that great events don't require unlimited resources, just smart ones
You'll take initiative to understand design intent and elevate it through smart production solutions
You'll collaborate with creative teams to explore innovative technologies and approaches, balancing creative ambition with operational feasibility
Understanding that design informs production and production informs design, you'll be the bridge between vision and execution
Extra points if you’re fluent in the language of production design and visualization such as CAD, Vectorworks, and SketchUp
You'll also be proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Bridge) as well as Microsoft Office, Apple Keynote, and Acrobat Pro
Qualification
Required
General Session and Show Leadership. You'll own the end-to-end production of general sessions, shepherding each project from initial concept through rehearsal, show execution, and strike. You'll be the architect of meticulous run of show documents that detail speaker flow, timing, content cues, and transitions with precision. Creating and maintaining comprehensive technical show call spreadsheets like covering lighting, video, audio, playback, comms, and show cues, will be second nature to you. As show caller or lead producer on comms during rehearsals and live events, you'll command the room with confidence
Production and Technical Oversight. Your technical expertise will shine as you partner closely with AV vendors to develop innovative approaches that align with both creative intent and budget constraints. You'll translate design decks and creative concepts into executable production plans, making informed, real-time decisions onsite that remain rooted in the approved design direction. You'll maintain a strong working knowledge of audio, video, lighting, staging, LED, and show control systems, leveraging this knowledge to solve problems on the fly and elevate the final product
Collaboration. You'll work seamlessly across all internal GMR teams (creative, digital, account, and operations) to shepherd projects from concept to completion. Managing project scopes, production plans, schedules, and budgets will be a core responsibility, as will selecting, briefing, and managing vendors and venues based on project needs and established criteria. You'll coordinate and track all production builds, graphics, logistics, installs, and strikes, keeping everything moving in perfect synchronization
Budget and Vendor Management. Budget and vendor management require both strategic thinking and fiscal discipline. You'll build and manage production budgets that align with scope and client expectations, review vendor bids, negotiate scopes, and track costs through reconciliation. You'll identify opportunities to enhance production quality while maintaining fiscal responsibility, proving that great events don't require unlimited resources, just smart ones
Creative and Experiential Excellence. You'll take initiative to understand design intent and elevate it through smart production solutions. You'll collaborate with creative teams to explore innovative technologies and approaches, balancing creative ambition with operational feasibility. Understanding that design informs production and production informs design, you'll be the bridge between vision and execution
System Proficiency. Extra points if you're fluent in the language of production design and visualization such as CAD, Vectorworks, and SketchUp. You'll also be proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Bridge) as well as Microsoft Office, Apple Keynote, and Acrobat Pro
Benefits
Health/vision/dental insurance
401k
Employee stock purchase plan
Vacation
Personal days
Paid holiday time
Disability
Life insurance
FSA/HSA plans
Company
GMR Marketing
GMR Mark pioneered event marketing 35 years ago, and we've never stopped leading the way—pushing the boundaries and redefining the industry. It is a sub-organization of Omnicom Group.
Founded in 1979
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tyson Webber
President & CEO
Casey Gartland
Senior Vice President, Partnerships
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