Freelance Theatrical Rigging Jobs (NOW HIRING)

*This is an onsite role based out of our office in Doral, FL. This is not a hybrid or remote opportunity.

Position Summary

Loud & Live is seeking an experienced and highly creative Director of Experiential Fabrication to lead the design-build execution of immersive environments, live event installations, festival infrastructure, scenic fabrication, branded experiences, and custom venue builds.

This role is ideal for a hands-on builder and operational leader with a unique blend of experience across entertainment production, theatrical/set construction, experiential fabrication, touring environments, and commercial construction. The ideal candidate thinks like a creative producer, executes like a general contractor, and leads like a shop foreman.

The Director will oversee construction logistics, scenic builds, fabrication teams, warehouse/shop operations, installation crews, vendor coordination, and project execution from concept through completion. This role will work closely with creative, production, operations, and executive leadership to bring large-scale experiences and environments to life safely, efficiently, and at the highest standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities

Scenic Construction & Experiential Development

• Lead the construction and fabrication of stages, scenic environments, branded activations, themed installations, temporary structures, VIP experiences, and event infrastructure
• Translate creative concepts, renderings, and production designs into executable build plans and physical environments
• Oversee custom fabrication projects including carpentry, scenic finishing, metalwork, millwork, signage, lighting integration, and structural installations
• Collaborate with creative teams, production designers, architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure builds meet both creative vision and operational feasibility
• Develop innovative construction approaches for immersive and non-traditional event environments

Shop & Fabrication Leadership

• Manage fabrication shop operations including build schedules, staffing, inventory, equipment, workflow, and safety compliance
• Lead and mentor carpenters, fabricators, painters, installers, freelance crews, and technical labor teams
• Build and maintain a scalable network of freelance and specialty trades for large-scale projects and event builds
• Establish SOPs, quality standards, and operational systems for construction and fabrication workflows
• Ensure proper maintenance and organization of tools, materials, equipment, and warehouse assets

Construction Logistics & Project Management

• Oversee project timelines, budgets, labor planning, procurement, transportation logistics, and installation schedules
• Coordinate all phases of load-in, installation, strike, and load-out operations for events and productions
• Manage vendor relationships including scenic houses, fabricators, rental providers, production suppliers, trucking/logistics partners, and specialty contractors
• Develop construction schedules and ensure projects remain on time and within budget
• Troubleshoot structural, operational, and logistical challenges in real time during active builds and live event execution

Venue & Infrastructure Development

• Support permanent and semi-permanent venue development projects including bars, VIP areas, hospitality environments, modular structures, and operational infrastructure
• Assist in evaluating venue feasibility, infrastructure requirements, and operational buildouts for new projects and properties
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, engineering approvals, and compliance requirements where applicable
• Partner with Venue Management for temporary and permanent site infrastructure including fencing, power distribution, utilities, storage, and back-of-house functionality

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all builds, installations, and operational procedures comply with safety regulations, engineering requirements, and venue standards
• Implement best practices around construction safety, rigging awareness, equipment operation, and job-site management
• Conduct safety meetings and maintain a culture of accountability and professionalism across all crews and vendors

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in scenic construction, entertainment fabrication, experiential production, theatrical builds, live events, touring productions, or commercial construction management
• Strong hands-on knowledge of carpentry, scenic fabrication, construction methods, and installation logistics
• Experience leading build shops, fabrication teams, or construction crews in fast-paced environments
• Ability to interpret renderings, CAD drawings, construction plans, and production layouts
• Strong understanding of live event production environments and operational execution
• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent builds and deadlines
• Excellent leadership, communication, budgeting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing production needs
• Proficiency in project management tools, construction scheduling, and production workflows preferred
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during active builds and event periods

Preferred Experience

• Background in themed entertainment, film/TV scenic construction, Broadway/theatrical production, experiential marketing, or immersive event environments
• Experience working with large-scale festivals, touring productions, or temporary event infrastructure
• Knowledge of rigging, staging systems, truss structures, scenic automation, and production integration
• Experience with AutoCAD, Vectorworks, SketchUp, or similar design/build software preferred
• Forklift, scissor lift, and OSHA certifications preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work actively on job sites for extended periods
• Comfortable working in fabrication shops, warehouses, outdoor event sites, and active construction environments
• Ability to travel and work extended hours during productions and installations

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a builder, creator, and operational problem solver who can bridge the gap between imagination and execution. Someone who understands how to take a creative vision and physically bring it to life through craftsmanship, logistics, leadership, and relentless attention to detail.

This role requires a leader who is equally comfortable reviewing renderings in a creative meeting, managing crews in a fabrication shop, and overseeing overnight installs on-site during live event execution.