Projectionist – Warren Miller Film Tour
About the Role
Outside, Inc. is seeking a Projectionist to manage the technical requirements and overall production responsibilities of venues while on the road during the annual Warren Miller Film Tour. Warren Miller Entertainment is one of the largest, most established, and successful action sports film companies today, with more than 76 years of snow sports filmmaking experience. The annual Warren Miller Film Tour (training in Boulder for 7–10 days, followed by road travel) continues the legacy of the brand, reaching more skiers, snowboarders, and outdoor enthusiasts than any other snow sports film to date.
The primary responsibility is the technical execution of event production across a multi-venue film tour. The Projectionist manages all production aspects, including video playback, audio alignment, equipment inventory, shipping/logistics, and oversight of local theater technical crews. This is a hands-on crew role requiring active participation as part of a mobile 4-person crew (alongside the Road Manager, Emcee, and Activation & Content Coordinator) over a 5–7 week schedule.
Note: This role is fully mobile with constant travel required and includes sharing lodging/accommodations with another member of the crew.
Basic Responsibilities
Technical Production & Show Execution
Playback & Technical Management: Possess technical know-how to operate and manage a variety of playback methods, media formats, and projection equipment seamlessly.
Venue Tech Coordination: Prepare show schedules, anticipate technical requirements, and communicate production needs directly to local venue staff.
Local Crew Leadership: Work closely with local theater tech crews to provide guidance, training, and oversight, ensuring the highest quality production for each screening in line with WME vision and standards.
MC Collaboration: Foster a strong working relationship with the Master of Ceremonies (M.C.) to ensure smooth audio cues, timing, and seamless run-of-show execution.
Technical Problem Solving: Offer innovative, on-the-fly solutions to overcome production challenges at various venues with differing equipment setups.
Equipment, Inventory & Logistics
Inventory Management: Compile pre-tour production inventory and perform regular equipment assessments, maintenance, and status reporting throughout the tour.
Shipping & Ground Movement: Coordinate day-to-day ground movement between venues, and arrange air cargo or 3rd-party ground shipping for production gear as needed.
Pre-Show Onscreen Displays: Double-check and deliver the correct pre-show onscreen displays and slides to align with sponsor requirements.
Pre-Show Setup & Physical Operations
Active Crew Collaboration: Work closely within the 4-person road crew (Road Manager, Projectionist, Emcee, Activation & Content Coordinator) to ensure smooth, efficient, and professional nightly operations.
Heavy Event Setup & Equipment: Assist with the physical lifting, transportation, setup, and teardown of tour gear and staging equipment (must be able to lift more than 50 lbs regularly).
Screen Construction: Collaborate with all 4 crew members to set up equipment at each venue, including hands-on construction and assembly of the projection screen when required.
Administrative & Feedback
Complete and submit required daily operational and technical reports.
Provide a comprehensive post-tour recap to optimize production workflow and technical setups for future WME tours.
Qualifications and Skills
Technical Experience: Experience in live event production, theatrical projection, or video/audio production is highly desirable.
Problem-Solving Ability: Proactive problem solver, capable of thinking critically and resolving complex technical issues under live event pressure.
Organizational Excellence: Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills for managing technical inventory and show schedules.
Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication skills for collaborating with theater technicians, road crew, and venue staff.
Physical Capability: Ability to lift and move heavy production equipment weighing 50+ lbs regularly.
Self-Motivated & Adaptable: Energetic, passionate, and adaptable to fast-paced, fluid event environments.
Industry Passion: An appreciation and familiarity with the winter sports industry and Warren Miller Entertainment is strongly preferred.
Join Our Team
As a Projectionist for Warren Miller Entertainment, you will be the technical backbone of an iconic live film tour, ensuring every screening delivers a high-impact, world-class experience for outdoor enthusiasts across the country. If you have the technical expertise, problem-solving mindset, and drive to deliver top-tier live productions on the road, we invite you to apply and join our team at Warren Miller Entertainment!
What We Offer:
For this seasonal/temporary role you can expect to be paid $875 per week. In addition, you will be compensated a taxable per diem rate of $70/day for scheduled days actively working on the tour.