TED Conferences, LLC
Senior Event Producer
San Diego, CA, United States · Senior · Contract
No sponsorshipDetected 42 days ago
SparkAccessibilityProject ManagementNegotiationForecastingLogisticsProcess ImprovementVendor ManagementProcurementCommunicationCollaborationPublic Speaking
About the role
- TED is a global nonprofit dedicated to spreading ideas that matter - through talks, conferences, and experiences that connect and inspire.
- Our events bring together diverse voices to share ideas that shape the future.
- TED is an equal opportunity employer and contractor engager committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end planning, production, and delivery of TED's flagship conferences and related global events, from concept through post-event reconciliation.
- Develop and manage detailed production timelines, milestone schedules, and workback plans in collaboration with internal and external partners.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned event elements, providing clear communication and direction to vendors, partners, and internal teams.
- Provide input on space design, audience flow, lighting, and scenic concepts to ensure cohesion between creative intent and operational execution.
- Collaborate with designers and fabricators to review technical drawings, renderings, and materials for quality, safety, and sustainability.
- Develop RFPs, source and evaluate vendors, and lead contract negotiations covering furnishings, scenic builds, technical services, signage, and logistics.
- Define scopes of work, deliverables, and service-level expectations; manage change orders and contract amendments as needed.
- Maintain TED's preferred vendor relationships and build new partnerships aligned with sustainability, diversity, and innovation priorities.
- Manage vendor performance, deliverables, and compliance with TED's operational and ethical standards.
Benefits
- Partner with internal creative, content, and technical teams to translate TED's vision into actionable production strategies that balance creativity, sustainability, and feasibility.
Equal opportunity
- July 19, 2026 - March 30, 2027
- TED Conferences LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
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