What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Show Production & Design position at WWE?
Who We Are
WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
WWE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. WWE makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. WWE also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for WWE employment candidates, please review our Candidate Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms and Conditions for this and other WWE websites, please review our Terms and Conditions.
WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with with creative, producing, and lighting team to develop new entrance concepts.
- Serve as the central communication link between all production and creative departments ensuring everyone follows the same show flow.
- Ensure all show elements are visually aligned, runs smoothly, and is ready for both the live audience and TV.
- Put together fresh set ideas to present to the creative team for upcoming shows, including WWE live events and PLEs, NXT live events and PLEs, and any other WWE/TKO live events.
- Evaluate venues on-site and develop set designs that work within the building’s layout and constraints.
- Collaborate with vendors to bring your designs to life, ensuring all elements are built accurately and on schedule.
- Prepare detailed 2D and 3D drawings from design sketches and concepts using CAD software such as Vectorworks, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Depence.
- Create presentation decks showcasing design concepts, and 3D models to effectively communicate upcoming show plans and visual designs to the executive team.
- Develop detailed technical drawings, layouts, and schematics for all WWE/TKO live events and shows
- 7 to 10 years of experience managing and designing live event productions, with television production experience strongly preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in CAD-based design programs, with a preference for Vectorworks; experience with AutoCAD and/or SketchUp is also desirable
- Proven experience leading and collaborating with other production personnel.
- Strong budget management skills, including planning, tracking, and delivering projects within financial parameters.
- Ability to clearly present and communicate design concepts to upper management, guiding projects from initial concept through final execution
- Passion for WWE, sports entertainment, and live entertainment is preferred.
- Must be able to work traditional and non-traditional hours.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
WWE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. WWE makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. WWE also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for WWE employment candidates, please review our Candidate Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms and Conditions for this and other WWE websites, please review our Terms and Conditions.