Live Events Director

PixMob is one of the world’s leaders in creating immersive experiences for live events. You might have seen 60,000 people lighting up at the Super Bowl.

Or at a Coldplay concert. Our goal is to ignite collective joy for fans worldwide.

We work with international artists, event organizers, sports teams and brands who care about creating unique & memorable experiences for their guests.

PixMob is rooted in design and innovation. Alongside our customers, we reinvent immersive experiences through advanced wireless technologies engineered in-house, at our Montreal HQ.

From rapid-prototyping to mass-manufacturing, we are fully vertically integrated to keep pushing the boundaries of the possible.

We are leading the way with our sustainability efforts as we have been fighting against single-use plastics. We focus our efforts on using recycled or plant-based compostable materials and encouraging our clients to recycle our products.

The culture at PixMob is one based on humility, relentlessness and cooperation. We operate in a competitive market and need to keep innovating to stay ahead.

People who thrive have a deep curiosity to keep improving, learning and coaching others. Our clients are some of the most creative people in the industry and rightfully the most demanding.

Working in close relationship with the Vice-President of production, the Live Event Director focuses on project handling, technical advisory & production assistance.

Accordingly, this person orients, guides and oversees the Production Project Management Team. As a key player in the delivery of our immersive live experiences, this person must assure a solid technical synergy with the Sales Team.

The main responsibilities for this position are the following :

Guide, lead and oversee the Production Project Managers, the production coordinator and the Technical Director.

Oversee and coordinate the resources needed for projects with a defined scope, start and completion point.

Stay aware of project status and prioritize situations that require attention.

Develop strategies by understanding the overall company, knowing the changes in progress, and being familiar with the company's different clients and products

Provide guidance, mentorship, and coaching to team members to foster professional growth and development.

Participate actively in developing and optimizing the delivery processes for the Production Vice-presidency.

Collaborate closely with the Sales Management to ensure technical synergy.

Collaborate closely with the Production Crew Director to ensure efficient delivery processes.

Develop and put in place a process for evaluating the Project Managers to ensure performance standards are met and to provide feedback for improvement.

Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, promoting open communication and teamwork.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service and addressing any concerns or feedback.

Actively participate in post-event debriefs with the team and the Production Crew Director, to review performance and identify areas for improvement.

Implement feedback and recommendations to enhance processes and deliver better outcomes for future events.

Competencies and requirements for the position :

Bachelor Degree in a relevant field of expertise

Strong leadership and management skills, with 8 to 10 years years of experience in leading teams in fast-paced environments, and in different timezones.

3 to 5 years years of experience in the entertainment industry.

Experience in providing strategic, technical, operational, financial, and managerial leadership to implement project activities successfully.

Background of conducting regular reviews to ensure all project activities are accountable, accurate, and meet financial deliverables and obligations.

Excellent problem-solving abilities and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and knowledge of functional French

Availability to travel up to 20% of the time. The position is based at Montreal’s Headquarters

What we offer :

A dynamic and inclusive company culture, which you will help evolve over time

Salary based on experience

Occasional remote work possible

4 weeks of paid vacation

A competitive collective insurance

Attractive career opportunities

Equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender (m / f / x)

Creative and brilliant colleagues

Language & Inclusivity :

The candidate must possess fluent proficiency in English communication skills as day to day business will be done with international clients, including but not limited to the US market / European Market / Asia Pacific / etc.

Inclusivity is at the heart of our culture. We welcome and value candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Please note that our job posting uses simplified grammar to facilitate comprehension between languages, and is not meant to discriminate nor foster biases between gender identities.

Join us in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered.

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