Role Overview
FUEL is seeking an experienced Senior Event Producer for a full-time, permanent position with an immediate start. This hands-on role requires an individual with a track record of delivering high-quality live and online events, from concept to post-event evaluation, with a strong focus on client satisfaction, budget management, and innovative event solutions. The Senior Event Producer will work closely with the Director of the department and Production Director and will have ownership over large-scale event projects, ensuring excellence in delivery across all aspects of event production.
About FUEL
FUEL is a global Experience and Entertainment Group with offices in Dublin and the US, specialising in brand and employee experience, content production, streaming, technology, festivals, and gifting. Our team of 55 passionate and experienced designers, engineers, and producers delivers world-class entertainment and experiences for organizations and brands worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
* End-to-End Production Management
* Manage all aspects of event production from concept to showrunning and wrap-up, ensuring events are delivered on time, on budget, and exceed client expectations.
* Take full ownership of the event budget, ensuring consistent delivery
* Develop comprehensive event plans and scopes of work (SOW) independently, including site plans, AV requirements, health & safety protocols, and more, especially for complex setups and greenfield sites.
* Creative Development & Client Engagement
* Participate in creative brainstorms to generate unique and innovative ideas for client events, continuously exploring progressive production methods and solutions.
* Actively engage in client relationship management, building and maintaining strong connections through open communication and responsive service.
* Use post-event evaluations and client feedback to refine processes, enhancing client satisfaction and future event experiences.
* Team Leadership & Third-Party Coordination
* Oversee and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and third-party partners, ensuring smooth collaboration and resource alignment across all stages of the event.
* Lead the event team from inception to completion, providing mentorship and knowledge sharing with junior team members to support skill development.
* Financial & Operational Accountability
* Develop and manage project budgets for events with a minimum value of €100k+, ensuring consistent delivery of targeted profit margins.
* Ensure operational systems and procedures are adhered to, supporting efficiency and consistency across the production process.
* Innovative Execution & Industry Leadership
* Stay updated on industry trends, actively exploring new event solutions and technologies to bring fresh, dynamic experiences to life.
* Lead by example, fostering a culture of creative exploration and a forward-thinking approach to event production.
* Consistently implement quality control measures, including on-site management, to ensure high standards of execution that represent FUEL's brand at every event.
Experience/Requirements
* Experience: 8+ years in event production, preferably within an event agency setting, with at least 2 years in the previous role
* Proven Success: Experience as project lead on large-scale live and online events with budgets over €100k, with responsibility for event delivery rather than supporting roles.
* Event Expertise: Demonstrated history with complex employee experience or brand activations, corporate events, festival activations, sporting events, conferences, PR events, brand stunts, and virtual events.
* Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge of production, including greenfield site planning, power and cabling requirements, health and safety (H&S), site recce, AV requirements, and the ability to independently develop SOWs.
* Client Relationship Management: Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
* Multitasking Ability: Strong ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with competing demands, efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously.
* Driver's License: Valid driver's license and preferably access to a car for on-site event management.
Ideal Traits
* Creative Passion: Strong enthusiasm for innovative, experience-driven event solutions.
* Good Judgment: Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in decision-making, balancing creativity with strategic planning.
* Collaboration: Effectively collaborates across various disciplines, contributing to a culture of teamwork and shared success.
* Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and shows the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with composure.
* Organization & Attention to Detail: Exceptionally organized with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency in all projects.
* Future-Focused: Passionate about the evolution of the events industry and proactive in exploring and implementing new event trends and solutions.
Salary
Salary will be dependent on previous experience.
Perks of the Job
* Office located in the heart of Dublin 's Camden Street with access to major bus/ LUAS links
* Time in lieu for event days/over time.
* Competitive Salary
* A fun and fast paced environment, with energetic workforce
* Regular team building days
* Regular training and upskilling opportunities
* Dog friendly office
* Day off for your Birthday
* Remote working optional (this role will require the successful candidate to be based in office minimum 2 days a week)
* Annual 2 day away trip with team
* Sports & Social/ Wellbeing events