- Location
- Germany
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- full-time
- Department
- Manager
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master
- Category
- Operations
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Source
- JOIN
Overview
As a Technical Project Manager, you'll support international art and design projects from planning to execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include creating technical drawings, planning power/data systems, developing rigging concepts, and ensuring safety compliance. You'll coordinate internal teams and external partners, resolve technical challenges, and maintain documentation. The role requires strong technical knowledge and experience in event technology.
Description
WHITEvoid is an art and design studio. Our work spans a wide range of innovative projects worldwide — from architecture and interior design to light installations, interactive exhibitions, and custom software solutions. We create unique, ambitious, and highly complex concepts for clubs, exhibitions, events, shows, and much more.
The WHITEvoid team consists of specialists in art, architecture, design, mechanics, electronics, and software. Technology, innovation, and a spirit of experimentation drive us. We dare to think on a large scale and continuously push the boundaries of what is creatively and technically possible.
Our in-house brand **KINETIC LIGHTS** is a leading specialist in kinetic lighting. For more than fifteen years, our installations and products have received international recognition and awards for innovation and design.
## Tasks
\* Support projects from planning through implementation to execution in close collaboration with cross-functional teams inhouse and for clients
\* Create and review technical drawings (Vectorworks / CAD) as a planning basis
\* Plan and coordinate power and data distribution systems
\* Develop and oversee rigging concepts, including trussing, motors, and chain hoists
\* Coordinate internal technical trades as well as service providers and external partners
\* Advise internal stakeholders and clients on technical possibilities and solutions
\* Ensure clear documentation of technical specifications and timelines
\* Ensure compliance with internal and statutory safety regulations
\* Identify and resolve technical challenges (problem management) throughout all project phases
## Requirements
\* At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in event production, technical planning and project management
\* Background in event technology or a comparable technical field
\* A completed qualification as a Master of Event Technology (Meister für Veranstaltungstechnik) or a comparable degree
\* Strong knowledge of:
\* Vectorworks / CAD tools (technical drawings and 3D planning)
\* Power and data distribution systems
\* Rigging, trussing, and motorized systems (e.g. chain hoists)
\* Good understanding of complex technical systems, lighting control (e.g. GrandMA), and basic audio knowledge
\* Experience working with different fixture types, integrated technologies, and networks
\* Experience in international projects or productions
\* Familiarity with relevant regulations and safety standards (e.g. BGV C1, VStättVO, etc.) is a plus
\* Strong organizational and documentation skills
\* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
\* Hands-on mindset and willingness to support on-site
\* Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach
\* Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
\* Very good English skills (German is a plus, but not mandatory)
\* Willingness to travel depending on project requirements
## Benefits
- Exceptional, challenging, and unique international projects
- A highly motivated, international team — we stand for openness and diversity
- Independent work, flat hierarchies, and the opportunity to contribute your own ideas
- Free German language courses at a centrally located partner school
- Attractive discounts for Urban Sports Club memberships
- Team events such as BBQs and summer parties
- Free drinks, coffee, and snacksA modern studio located directly on the Spree in Berlin, with great leisure opportunities nearby
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About DARK MATTER gGmbH
DARK MATTER is an exhibition of large-scale light installations within a converted factory, creating unique sensory experiences through technology and creativity.
