National Director Show Site Labor

About Us

The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

About the Role

The National Director - Showsite Labor will direct all aspects of the Freeman Audio Visual showsite labor teams, including full- and part-time union and non-union employees as well as independent contractors. This position will direct national labor processes and procedures, provide oversight to all showsite personnel, and support the AV Production team. It is eligible for a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2–3 days per week based out of Las Vegas, NV.

Responsibilities

• Develop and accomplish goals by establishing desired outcomes, defining results, setting timelines, and determining resource needs.
• Analyze labor resources (full-time, part-time, union, vendor, independent contractor) and determine best use on an overall basis.
• Oversee branch staff in implementation of labor sources and processes.
• Research, understand, and apply state and national labor laws for branch staff managing show personnel; disseminate applicable laws.
• Ensure GMs and branch staff comply with labor laws.
• Develop, implement, and oversee processes and procedures for scheduling show personnel through existing labor coordinators to ensure consistency and best use of personnel.
• Research software applications to gain national access to scheduling of showsite personnel and direct implementation and oversight of the system.
• Develop and implement processes to utilize the current labor database in daily scheduling of labor.
• Recruit, hire, and train appropriate new talent into the national labor pool.
• Align showsite titles and levels (allowing for regional needs).
• Refine training programs for the onboarding and training of full- and part-time showsite labor, addressing:
  • Standards and processes.
  • Legal and business ramifications of payroll management.
• Participate in IATSE negotiations, ensuring consistency among contracts and contract management with a focus on individual state laws and trends within IATSE.
• Develop and foster strong working relationships with key IATSE staff nationwide.
• Collaborate with the legal department to manage all current contracts, notify personnel nationwide of changes and updates, and handle dispute resolution.
• Establish efficiencies with measurable fiscal impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
• 4 years of managerial experience in this field.
• 10 years of related experience in multi-faceted areas of operations.
• Excellent analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and problem-resolution skills.
• Understanding of employment laws such as Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, etc.
• Understanding of OSHA requirements.
• Ability to leverage technology and people to optimize efficiencies and service delivery.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, developing, managing, and retaining employees.
• Ability to develop and adhere to project timelines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities at one time.
• Solid understanding of the Audio Visual industry (or closely related entertainment industry).
• Solid understanding of labor laws.
• Travel 25% to 50%.

Benefits

These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits full-time employees may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off