Technical Project Manager

We are doing things differently at TDC.

Every Pixel is Everything to Us. We work on the largest and most technically complex entertainment and live event projects.

Our People are at the Heart of Everything we do. We nurture talent with structured training and development, mentoring and opportunities.

We value the welfare of our team and have a progressive and inclusive workplace with industry-leading remuneration, bonuses, benefits and perks.

TDC is seeking a full time Technical Project Manager to join our experienced and high performing Sydney Client Services team. This is a hands-on and busy role where you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of client shows, growing existing client accounts, and developing strong client relationships. Day to day you will be working closely with internal and external stakeholders to innovatively design, efficiently project manage, and successfully deliver complex technical solutions for live events and entertainment to meet client objectives.

This role will allow you to:

• Join a globally recognised team.
• Project manage the delivery of industry-leading entertainment technology for the largest and most highly respected shows across a range of industries.
• Put your high-level technical knowledge and exceptional project management skills to use with Australia’s leading supplier of entertainment technology solutions for the Live Events and Entertainment Industry.
• Contribute to a culture that is embracing positive change in the industry.
• Take your skills to the next level with TDC’s unparalleled focus on training and development.

What your work world will look like:

• Provide clients with entertainment technology solutions including high-level systems design, schematics, site inspections, client liaison, advice, and production management across a range of shows and industries.
• Deliver smart technology solutions utilising the latest in video technology to meet the growing sophistication in the world of entertainment technology, media servers, projection, LED, cameras, and virtual production.
• Take responsibility for any show under your control, from pre-production through to show delivery and debrief.
• Liaise with our Senior Technical team to develop innovative and efficient technical solutions.
• Retain existing clients through delivery of excellent technical solutions with a strong focus on being professional, friendly, approachable, and easy to deal with.
• Facilitate one point-of-contact for clients from quote through to show delivery and debrief.
• Keep up to date with developments in new technology relating to the industry and undertake personal development and research to keep abreast of new technology.
• Contribute to the overall business goals and revenue targets.

What you bring to the role:

• At least 5 years of high-level and hands-on experience in technical production management for live events and entertainment, supporting a range of audio-visual services.
• Experience in the technical operation of video technology such as LED, projection systems, control, and camera systems.
• A strong understanding of video system design, schematics, and the development of plans and drawings using Vectorworks.
• Ability to listen to client needs, interpret briefs, and identify client objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task across projects and deal with competing priorities.
• Solid relationship building and networking capabilities.
• Proven leadership skills and experience in managing crews.
• Experience with RentalPoint and Personnel Manager is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer:

• Industry leading salary.
• Recognition incentives.
• Rewards and benefits program.
• Wellness resources and discounts.
• Industry-leading training and development.
• Highly structured career development pathways.
• Parking at TDC’s Sydney office.

Who We Are:

The Technical Direction Company (TDC) was formed in 1981 by Michael Hassett and is a wholly owned and operated Australian business. At TDC, technology drives what we do; TDC is the leading supplier of entertainment technology, audio visual, and production for the Live Events Entertainment industry. We create the jaw-dropping moments that push the boundaries of entertainment production.

Our people are a highly skilled team of technical experts who are at the heart of everything we do. What really matters to us are the relationships we develop with our clients and partners, centred around TDC’s strong team values for excellence, creativity, agility, integrity and innovation.

At TDC, technology drives what we do. We specialise in providing cutting-edge video equipment technology; engineering the latest high end video technology to deliver projection mapping, LED technology, virtual production, xR, automation, immersive technology and camera tracking solutions.

Today, with offices and studios in Sydney and Melbourne, TDC holds an extensive advanced video equipment inventory, providing solutions for TV and film, theatre and the arts, corporate communications, virtual productions, and live events.

To see a selection of the projects we have helped deliver and the technology we work with please visit us at: www.tdc.com.au

Don’t miss this opportunity to join an industry leader that provides long-term career options, apply now!

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.