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LAI Live Event Sales & Service Account Director

LAI Live Events Internship

Reports to: Senior Vice President, LAI Live

Department: LAI LIVE

Summary:

This DC-based, in-office position offers the right candidate a unique opportunity to learn the ins and outs of live event production including production management, program development, producing, set design, audio visual components, client interfacing skills, entertainment rider management, and more. The internship will include client interaction and on-site event experience. 

Job Duties Could Include:

• Work closely with Producers and Creative Director on assigned projects
• Assist with production schedules, equipment spreadsheets, asset collection and other pre-production logistics
• Assist with creative development for general session programming ideas, awards ceremonies and interactive attendee experiences
• Contribute to creative output of set design, graphic design, lighting design
• Provide general support as needed
• Provide production assistant, stage manager, or breakout support on-site

Knowledge of / or experience with the following a plus:

• Stage management, graphic design, event production, production management, event management
• Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and / or Apple Keynote
• Adobe PhotoShop, AfterEffects, Google Sketch, or other design program

Qualifications:

• Must possess a professional, positive attitude and be able to work individually or as a contributing member of a team
• Just-graduated or current student learning in related program such as theatre, event management, live event production, audio visual design or design
• Ability to juggle multiple projects while working in a fast-paced environment
• Focused on details and excellent organizational skills a plus

Please submit your resume with a cover letter to internships@lauthorities.com please reference Live Events Intern in the subject line.

This opportunity is only open candidates who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

This is an unpaid internship.

About Leading Authorities, Inc.

We are people in the people business. Leading Authorities, Inc is a speakers bureau, video agency, and event production company headquartered in the heart of Washington, DC, just blocks from the White House, serving the nation’s top trade and professional associations, major corporations, colleges and universities, and more.

We give our clients access to the world’s top thought leaders, produce videos that “wow” audiences, and manage the entire event experience from concept to execution. Every day, we help our clients achieve business goals, build brand loyalty, overcome obstacles, and produce a return on investment.

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LAI LIVE Graphic Design Internship

Reports to: Creative Director, LAI Live

Department: LAI LIVE

Summary:

This position offers the right candidate a unique opportunity to learn the ins and outs of live event production in the context of a graphic design role. The candidate will have a chance to grow additional skills in event & logo design, show graphics, proposal design, event marketing, scenic animation and event content development.  This office and on-site setting also provides opportunities to grow professional and client interfacing skills, solution finding skills, plus building your professional portfolio.  The ideal candidate will be available 3-4 days a week.

Job Duties Could Include:

• Work closely with Art Director and Technical Producers on assigned projects
• Assist with creative development for general session programming ideas, awards ceremonies and interactive attendee experiences
• Creation of style boards for event branding
• Creating and building visual show content decks
• Assist with design and messaging for LAI Live proposals
• Live event graphics operations
• Provide general support as needed

Knowledge of / experience with the following a plus:

• Working knowledge of Adobe CC design basics (Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign)
• Working knowledge of Adobe CC animation workflows a plus (AfterEffects, Premiere)
• Apple Keynote
• Microsoft Office

Qualifications:

• Desire to grow design production skills and learn new ways to tackle problems within design software
• Must possess a professional, positive attitude and be able to work individually or as a contributing member of a team
• Just-graduated or current student learning in related design program
• Ability to juggle multiple projects while working in a fast-paced environment
• Focused on details and excellent organizational skills a plus

Benefits include working in a creative environment while learning applicable skills, managing your own projects, and building your portfolio. When possible, LAI Live will provide on-site experience. 

Interested candidates should send their resume and 1-2 design samples to internships@lauthorities.com

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Freelance Live Show Producer

Reports to: Senior Vice President of Production

Department: LAI LIVE

We are looking for a self-motivated, seasoned producer with experience in a live event production environment – theatre, live and virtual conferences.
Our top candidates will excel at producing virtual, hybrid, and live event stage productions, be able to develop strong relationships with clients, and act as a consultant who shares insights and best practices. Candidates based in DC or Eastern/Central time zones will be given higher prioritization.

A successful candidate will also…

• Develop and manage client relationships to ensure delivery of exceptional service
• Manage the production planning process and necessary assets (production timelines, show flow and scripts, room diagrams, and other support documentation) for live events
• Develop and add expertise to each client production by creating unique ways to deliver a message or program segment, elevating scripts, maintaining cue sheets, and ideating new audience engagement techniques
• Manage the execution process include leading a large production team, show-calling, labor management, venue logistics, concurrent session management and vendor relations
• Manage the follow-up process and continued client communications for the contracted event
• Have a strong understanding of event audio visual equipment, lighting, rigging, scenic and union labor requirements
• Be proficient in MS word, Excel, internet file sharing and project management software

This candidate should also have…  

• At least four (4) years work experience, in a fast-paced production, entertainment and / or event environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• The ability to juggle multiple projects successfully while adhering to stressful situations and tight deadlines
• Be able to work as an individual and in a collaborative team environment
• Enthusiasm for the business and want to work with a team of individuals who love what they do

Interested applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to jobs@lauthorities.com RE: Freelance Live Event Producer.

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