JAY PICKERING
Sanford,FL
Summary
Strategic event production and operations executive with 37+ years of experience leading large-scale live events, corporate productions, experiential programs, esports broadcasts, venue operations, and entertainment organizations. Proven success managing multimillion-dollar budgets, leading cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering more than 5,000 successful events for Fortune 500 companies, global brands, and world-class entertainment organizations.
Overview
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Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Technical Director
STAGING SOLUTIONS
Houston, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies, resulting in streamlined workflows.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed market trends to inform business decisions and drive growth opportunities.
Senior Technical Director
STAGING SOLUTIONS
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Lead strategic production planning and technical execution for multimillion-dollar event programs. Direct cross-functional teams supporting corporate events, general sessions, and large-scale productions while managing budgets, vendors, schedules, and executive client communications.
Technical Director
FREEMAN
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed technical production strategy for national corporate events and experiential programs. Managed event budgets, technical design, production resources, and operational execution while implementing best practices that improved efficiency and client satisfaction.
Founder & CEO
IMAGE PRODUCTION CONSULTING
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Founded and led consulting organization focused on live, virtual, and hybrid event production. Developed business strategy, service offerings, client acquisition plans, and operational systems while advising organizations on production, technology, and growth initiatives.
Executive Producer / Production Manager
MOUNTAIN VIEW STAGING
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed large-scale event production programs and broadcast initiatives. Directed budgets, vendors, staffing, logistics, and production operations.
Technical Director
BASH CREATIVE
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led technical production for major experiential and corporate events. Managed multimillion-dollar budgets, event logistics, broadcast integration, scenic development, and technical operations.
Vice President of Production & Sales
IMMERSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversaw production operations, sales strategy, account management, and organizational growth. Managed key client relationships and revenue-generating programs while leading company-wide production standards.
Director of Operations
PSAV / ENCORE
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Managed venue operations, P&L; performance, staffing, and strategic growth initiatives. Increased annual revenue from approximately $2.3M to $4.4M, achieved profit growth exceeding 148%, and led teams of 18–26 employees.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Florida State University / Seminole State College
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- P&L; Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence
- Event Production
- Live Events & Broadcast
- Business Development
- Revenue Growth
- Client Relationship Management
- Organizational Development
- Team Leadership
- Experiential Marketing
- Vendor Management
Certification
- Vectorworks Certified Professional
- Vectorworks Advanced Certification
Timeline
Executive Technical Director
STAGING SOLUTIONS
09.2025 - Current
Senior Technical Director
STAGING SOLUTIONS
03.2024 - 09.2025
Technical Director
FREEMAN
01.2023 - 01.2024
Founder & CEO
IMAGE PRODUCTION CONSULTING
01.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Producer / Production Manager
MOUNTAIN VIEW STAGING
01.2020 - 01.2021
Technical Director
BASH CREATIVE
01.2018 - 01.2020
Vice President of Production & Sales
IMMERSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
01.2016 - 01.2018
Director of Operations
PSAV / ENCORE
01.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Florida State University / Seminole State College
EARLIER LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
- Walt Disney World
- Seminole State College
- Galaxy Productions
- Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
SELECT CLIENTS
- Epic Games
- Riot Games
- Twitch
- Roblox
- ESPN
- PIXAR
- Reed Exhibitions
- Rakuten
- San Francisco 49ers
- Walt Disney World
- SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
- Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines