Director, Production

All About Us

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations at the PNE, this role provides strategic leadership for all technical production and operations across PNE venues, delivering world-class support for concerts, festivals, trade shows, sporting events, and special events.

Who we are…

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 116-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15 day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events.

In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values:
Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations at the PNE, this role provides strategic leadership for all technical production and operations across PNE venues, delivering world-class support for concerts, festivals, trade shows, sporting events, and special events.

Why join our Team?

• Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
• Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!

What will you do this year?

In your role as Director, Production, your primary accountabilities will be to:

Production Leadership & Oversight

• Lead all technical production operations across PNE venues, including concerts, festivals, trade shows, sports, and special events.
• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate IATSE crews for load-ins, show calls, and load-outs. And non-union
• Develop and enforce venue production policies, procedures, and safety protocols in compliance with WorkSafeBC standards.

Technical Systems Management

• Oversee Maintenance, repair, and upgrade of all venue technical systems, including rigging, lighting, audio, video, digital screens, and power distribution infrastructure.
• Coordinate regular testing, documentation, and preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Oversee in-house AV systems supporting small boardrooms, press conferences, and meeting spaces, including setup, troubleshooting, and vendor support.

Event Advancement & Execution

• Serve as the primary technical production liaison for promoters, tour managers, resident tenants, and event producers.
• Advance all technical details, ensuring each event’s requirements are met efficiently and within venue capabilities.
• Develop comprehensive production schedules, crew calls, and technical documentation for all events.
• Provide on-site leadership during high-profile events, ensuring smooth coordination across departments.
• Maintain strong working relationships with preferred production vendors and suppliers for rigging, staging, lighting, sound, and video.
• Negotiate service agreements and pricing to ensure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
• Foster positive relationships with national and international concert promoters, touring productions, and event organizers to reinforce PNE’s reputation as a premier venue destination.
• Ensure both internal and external events have the proper sound management plans in place for their events and are compliant to the city sound bylaw. For some indoor and outdoor events the position will required to be…