EventProducer

TED is a global nonprofit dedicated to spreading ideas that matter — through talks, conferences, and experiences that connect and inspire. Our events bring together diverse voices to share ideas that shape the future. TED is an equal opportunity employer and contractor engager committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process. TED is seeking an Event Producer (Contractor) to join our Event Operations team. This is a hands-on production role for an experienced events professional who brings craft knowledge, operational rigour, and a genuine curiosity for what's next in live events. You will independently own assigned workstreams — from vendor sourcing through on-site execution. The ideal candidate is well-rounded and solution-focused: someone who can navigate ambiguity, manage complex logistics without losing sight of the guest experience, and bring vendors and timelines under control with equal confidence. You stay current on event production trends, emerging formats, and sustainable practices, and you apply that knowledge practically. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Event Production & Execution * Execute end-to-end production for assigned event workstreams, from sourcing through on-site delivery and post-event reconciliation, in alignment with approved creative and operational briefs. * Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, workback plans, and milestone trackers; proactively flag risks and manage schedule shifts across multiple concurrent projects. * Oversee physical event environments, including staging, scenic, décor, temporary structures, furnishings, fencing, flooring, florals, signage, and outdoor activations * Coordinate load-in and load-out logistics, setup and teardown, and on-site production flow, ensuring safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance. * Consolidate and place orders for front-of-house and back-of-house technical needs, includin