Resource Manager

About Us

Studio Blue, part of The Freeman Company's collective of expert brands, fills the production gap between creative agencies and basic AV providers, collaborating with clients to produce flawless events. At Studio Blue, our team members make brand stories impossible to ignore. We're built to support clients who need expert AV production to tell their story clearly and confidently in high-stakes environments like conferences, summits, press conferences, and internal special nontraditional events.

Summary

Studio Blue is looking for a Resource Manager to own how we source the equipment, labor, and turnkey solutions behind our projects. You will make sure our customers get the best gear and the right people while protecting Studio Blue’s margins. Reporting to the General Manager, you will work with our sales, production, and project teams, and you will build the vendor and labor relationships that let us deliver the best quality at the right cost.

This position will support our Studio Blue team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations:

• Dallas, TX

• Austin, TX

• Las Vegas, NV

• Orlando, FL

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Sourcing

• Research and evaluate AV equipment including audio, video, lighting, control, and cabling, for performance, reliability, and fit with customer requirements

• Stay current with new equipment and vendors

• Recommend rental vendors and alternates that balance quality, availability, and costTurnkey Solutions

• Source, scope, and price turnkey companies that combine equipment, labor, delivery, and installation

• Coordinate with vendors, integrators, and subcontractors to deliver complete solutions on time and on budget

• Build clear scopes of work and cost breakdowns so turnkey pricing protects margin

Vendor & Supplier Management

• Build and maintain relationships with service partners

• Negotiate pricing and terms on vendor agreements

• Track vendor performance on pricing, delivery, quality, and issue resolution

• Identify and qualify new suppliers to reduce risk and widen sourcing options

Margin & Cost Management

• Compare quotes across vendors, labor sources, and turnkey options to protect project and company margins

• Work with project teams to review equipment lists, labor estimates, and quotes for accuracy and profitability before commitments are made

• Maintain an up-to-date rate cards covering equipment and labor rates, and flag changes that affect active or upcoming bids

• Report regularly to the General Manager on savings, margin performance, and purchasing trends

Order Management

• Issue purchase orders and subcontractor agreements, track shipments, and coordinate delivery and crew scheduling to match project timelines

• Keep accurate and up to date contracts and approval workflows

Education & Experience

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience

• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or sourcing, ideally in AV, production, broadcast, or technology

• Working knowledge of professional AV equipment and labor nomenclature

• Experience sourcing and contracting labor or subcontractors for projects or events

• Strong negotiation skills and a history of cost savings without sacrificing quality

• Ability to read equipment lists, system designs, and scopes of work

• Strong analytical skills, including comfort with pricing, margins, and Excel

• Excellent organization and communication

Preferred

• Established relationships with AV vendors and crew or integration partners

• Experience building or pricing turnkey solutions

• Experience in a studio, touring, rental house, or live-event environment

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 25%

What We Offer

The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Parental Leave

• Life, Accident and Disability

• Retirement with Company Match

• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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