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Fever is a global tech platform for culture and live entertainment, operating in 55+ countries with 300+ million monthly users. The company partners with major brands like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound to create immersive experiences and events.
As Production Team Lead for the Fever Originals team in Australia & New Zealand, you will lead the regional production team responsible for delivering touring and recurring experiences across the market. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing all aspects of production in one of Fever's best-performing regions, managing a diverse portfolio of experiences across multiple verticals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop the Australia production team, creating a supportive environment focused on team member growth
- Assess regional projects and assign work to internal team members or freelancers as appropriate
- Support team prioritization, monitor progress toward deliverables, and solve complex production challenges
- Provide production expertise during feasibility and planning stages of pipeline development
- Oversee kit movement, trucking logistics, and cross-site loading coordination
- Handle venue procurement, permits, insurance, and technical validation across diverse site types (parks, stadiums, open fields)
- Manage build costing, monitor budgets, and proactively identify cost overruns
- Support Production Directors and Show Support Directors in developing tools and processes to improve efficiency
- Maintain an active directory of freelancers and service providers; cultivate industry networks
- Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams and external stakeholders to drive alignment and execution
- Manage multiple concurrent productions and help scale Fever's flagship IPs, adapting global standards to regional needs
- Support the wider originals team in developing new events and implementing emerging production formats and technologies
- Research new vendors, technologies, and experiential solutions
- Handle administrative duties including expense reports, invoicing, and contract work with legal
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed; work across time zones
Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in live event production industry
- 1-2 years of people management experience
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Innovative, solution-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Experience in personnel management and team talent development
- Strong leadership, initiative, and prioritization skills
- Broad network of vendors and venues; experience with permitting, rules, and regulations
- Strong understanding of technical production requirements and basic fabrication techniques knowledge
- Curious learner with appetite for new concepts and quick skill acquisition
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with partners, brands, agencies, and talent
- Deep knowledge of local government approvals (event permits, planning, building, signage)
- Experience navigating Australian liquor licensing regulations
- Working knowledge of BCA requirements, safety standards, and fire codes for public spaces
- Construction manager experience or theater construction/contractor management is a plus
