Partner closely with technical production teams and vendors across staging, audio visual, lighting, show control, playback, and other production requirements * Plan and coordinate rehearsals ...
Partner closely with technical production teams and vendors across staging, audio visual, lighting, show control, playback, and other production requirements * Plan and coordinate rehearsals ...
Senior Front-End Engineer
Toronto, ON · On-site +1
CA$150K - CA$179K/yr
Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable front-end systems powering core Rumble experiences such as video playback pages, content listings, and short-form video features. Contribute to ...
Senior Front-End Engineer
Toronto, ON · On-site +1
CA$150K - CA$179K/yr
Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable front-end systems powering core Rumble experiences such as video playback pages, content listings, and short-form video features. Contribute to ...
Senior Web Developer
Toronto, ON · On-site
Streaming media: video playback in the browser. * Docker Compose, container networking, basic Linux admin on appliance-like environments * Experience implementing or consuming REST APIs. * UX: ...
Senior Web Developer
Toronto, ON · On-site
Streaming media: video playback in the browser. * Docker Compose, container networking, basic Linux admin on appliance-like environments * Experience implementing or consuming REST APIs. * UX: ...
Senior Web Developer
Toronto, ON · On-site
Streaming media: video playback in the browser. * Docker Compose, container networking, basic Linux admin on appliance-like environments * Experience implementing or consuming REST APIs. * UX: ...
Senior Web Developer
Toronto, ON · On-site
Streaming media: video playback in the browser. * Docker Compose, container networking, basic Linux admin on appliance-like environments * Experience implementing or consuming REST APIs. * UX: ...
Senior Front-End Engineer
CA$150K - CA$179K/yr
Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable front-end systems powering core Rumble experiences such as video playback pages, content listings, and short-form video features. Contribute to ...
Senior Front-End Engineer
CA$150K - CA$179K/yr
Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable front-end systems powering core Rumble experiences such as video playback pages, content listings, and short-form video features. Contribute to ...
House Technician II (Temporary, up to 6 months)
Guelph, ON · On-site
CA$33.65 - CA$41.29/hr
Ensure audio equipment; including Consoles, PA, Playback systems, Com, Program Sound, and related equipment and infrastructure is maintained in safe working condition. * Support other House ...
House Technician II (Temporary, up to 6 months)
Guelph, ON · On-site
CA$33.65 - CA$41.29/hr
Ensure audio equipment; including Consoles, PA, Playback systems, Com, Program Sound, and related equipment and infrastructure is maintained in safe working condition. * Support other House ...
The City of Guelph
Guelph, ON · On-site
CA$33.65 - CA$41.29/hr
Ensure audio equipment; including Consoles, PA, Playback systems, Com, Program Sound, and related equipment and infrastructure is maintained in safe working condition. * Support other House ...
The City of Guelph
Guelph, ON · On-site
CA$33.65 - CA$41.29/hr
Ensure audio equipment; including Consoles, PA, Playback systems, Com, Program Sound, and related equipment and infrastructure is maintained in safe working condition. * Support other House ...
QC Technician
Toronto, ON · On-site
Knowledge of digital cinema playback systems and formats is an asset * Ability to evaluate, learn, and implement new software and hardware * Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to ...
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QC Technician
Toronto, ON · On-site
Knowledge of digital cinema playback systems and formats is an asset * Ability to evaluate, learn, and implement new software and hardware * Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to ...
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Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
Job description
Are you Ready to Produce Greatness?
Attendee Engagement Producer / Live Event Producer / Creative & Technical Producer
At E.L. Productions Ltd. (ELP), we have partnered with major Canadian Brands to produce greatness for over 30 years. Canada's premier event producers, we work with industry leaders and innovators to imagine, develop, and deliver exceptional experiences both virtual, live and beyond. We build experiences that make connections, shift thinking and inspire action.
We are currently looking for an Attendee Engagement Producer / Live Event Producer / Creative & Technical Producer to join our expanding team.
Does this sound like you?
- I understand that unforgettable events are about more than what happens on stage. They're about what the audience sees, hears, feels, and remembers.
- I love bringing creative ideas to life, connecting content, presenters, entertainment, staging, and production into one cohesive experience.
- I'm equally comfortable talking show flow and creative vision as I am budgets, timelines, technical requirements, and execution.
- I thrive in live environments, staying calm when things change, solving problems quickly, and keeping the experience moving without missing a beat.
- I'm highly collaborative and know how to bring clients, creatives, presenters, technical partners, and production teams together around a shared vision.
About The Role
At the core of unforgettable events is engagement: the kind that sparks emotion, fosters connection, and leaves people talking long after the lights go down.
The Attendee Engagement Producer brings the live event experience to life, translating program objectives and creative direction into impactful, immersive moments for attendees. From show production and technical execution to content, presenters, entertainment, staging, and environment, this role brings together the elements that shape what attendees see, hear, feel, and experience.
Working closely with clients and cross-functional creative, technical, content, and production teams, you'll balance creative ambition with disciplined execution, ensuring every element is thoughtfully planned, financially responsible, operationally sound, and delivered with precision.
As an Attendee Engagement Producer / Live Event Producer / Creative & Technical Producer, you will:
- Lead the planning and execution of attendee-facing program elements, including show flow, presenters, content, entertainment, staging, audience engagement, and production requirements
- Bring creative concepts to life by thoughtfully integrating content, production, staging, entertainment, environment, and audience experience
- Develop detailed show flows, production schedules, cueing requirements, and other documentation that keeps every element aligned
- Partner directly with client teams to develop, refine, and prepare content, presentations, and show elements for production
- Coordinate presenters, speakers, entertainment, and talent from planning through rehearsals and onsite execution
- Partner closely with technical production teams and vendors across staging, audio visual, lighting, show control, playback, and other production requirements
- Plan and coordinate rehearsals, ensuring presenters, content, entertainment, and technical teams are ready for live execution
- Lead or support onsite show execution, responding calmly and confidently to evolving requirements and last-minute challenges
- Manage assigned budgets, scope, vendors, and production costs while balancing creative ambition with financial objectives
- Identify production, operational, vendor, safety, and attendee experience risks early and support appropriate mitigation and contingency planning
- Contribute to post-program reviews, capturing learnings and identifying opportunities to continuously improve how we deliver experiences
Are you the one we are looking for?
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Skills/Strengths
- Strong live event and show production expertise with an understanding of how content, presenters, production, entertainment, and environment come together to create an exceptional audience experience
- A creative mindset paired with the operational discipline to turn ambitious ideas into executable experiences
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple timelines, contributors, dependencies, and deliverables
- Strong technical production fluency across areas such as staging, AV, lighting, show control, playback, and presentation systems
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work confidently across clients, presenters, creative teams, technical partners, and vendors
- Strong financial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, scope, costs, and vendor deliverables
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate issues, make informed decisions, and know when to escalate
- Calm, adaptable, and solutions-focused, particularly during rehearsals, live events, and rapidly changing situations
- Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and delivering an exceptional attendee experience
Education/Experience
- 5+ years of experience in event production, live events, theatre, experiential production, or a related environment
- Proven experience managing show production, technical production, creative production, or content production for complex, high-impact events
- Strong understanding of stage production, show flow, presenters, entertainment, rehearsals, and production scheduling
- Demonstrated experience delivering live productions and resolving onsite production challenges in fast-paced environments
- Experience coordinating AV, staging, lighting, show control, playback, or other technical production elements
- Experience managing production budgets, vendor relationships, scope, and operational logistics
- Experience working directly with clients, presenters, production partners, and cross-functional teams
- Post-secondary education in Event Management, Production, Theatre Arts, Hospitality, or a related discipline is an asset
- Knowledge of creative asset production, including presentations, video, scripts, and graphics, is an asset
- Exposure to virtual event platforms and audience engagement technologies is an asset
- Experience with CAD, Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite, or desktop publishing software is an asset
What is it like to work at ELP?
Our Core Values
Our company's success stems from our unwavering commitment to the core values shared by every member of our incredibly talented team.
To be successful in our organization, you will fostertrust, grow yourknowledge, bethoughtfulin your actions and words,and communicate with clarity in a funand rewarding
position.
Visionary
We think bigger about how to produce greatness - from strategy and process to production and innovation. We believe experiences ignite brands and people.
Relatable
We are real people working to do extraordinary things. Our friendly, relatable, empathetic, and inspiring people build the relationships that help everyone succeed.
Imaginative
We break barriers, expand ideas, and use innovative brainstorming tactics to create original approaches and experiences designed to move audiences and resonate with them at an emotional level.
Meticulous
We execute what we imagine, bringing every detail to life.
If you are ready toProduce Greatness within an expert team that makes the entire production process easy, impactful, and seamless, we encourage you to apply today! Because together, we deepen connections, shift thinking, and inspire action.
Additional Information:
- Generative AI is used to help confirm that applicants meet minimum requirements through screening questions; all qualified resumes are reviewed by a Human Resources professional.
- This role offers a starting salary range of $75,000-$95,000 annually. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity.
- Hybrid role with requirements to attend company events/in-office meetings, travel onsite to events, and meetings at client offices
- 1 fulltime position available