What Is Technical Production Management & How It Elevates An Event

Learn about Technical Production Management and what is involved in the process.

December 2023 - 

What is Technical Production Management?

Technical Production Management, or (TPM), encompasses the process of taking all visual and audio aesthetics of an event from its ready-to-build blueprint through to the real-time production of an event.

A TPM’s job is to manage all technical elements required to bring the technical production to life.

Elements included in the TPM process are:

• Audio/Visual
• Rigging
• Lighting Elements
• Scenic Elements
• Power Distribution

The TPM must know all elements and accounts for them in the managing process.

The Process of Technical Production Management

The Technical Production Management process comes after the Production Design process. The TPM uses the blueprint of the design to build the technical aspects of the event.

The process begins with the TPM taking all information provided and bringing in all needed elements for the production. It is the manager's job to provide the turnkey services for all technical elements required to bring the production to life. The manager starts by bringing in all the required elements, managing these elements, and ensuring the entire event runs smoothly from setup to takedown.

The Technical Production Manager must follow every aspect of the production design spec while ensuring all the customer's aesthetic needs are met.

The types of projects that require technical production management can include corporate events, fundraiser galas, concerts, social and political events, and every event in between.

Why PORT?

PORT’s team includes many TPM experts who have extensive knowledge in audio/visual & and rigging elements, not to mention our expertise in lighting.

When working with PORT, we assign one of our experts who will be with you through the entire technical management process from start to finish. Our team will provide the lighting and bring in all other elements of the Technical Production Management.

At PORT we pride ourselves in providing one-on-one service from our experts who can take your project from the Production Design stage through the management phase to the end of your event production.

What To Expect When Using PORT for Your Technical Production Management

Step 1: The Technical Production Manager is supplied with a Design Specification to begin the TPM Process

To begin the TPM process our team will need a Production Design.

If you do not have one yet, our team can build yours. Once the approved Production Design is acquired, our team will work to hire, schedule, and manage any technical aspects of your event from start to finish.

At PORT we can hire all needed vendors, or we are happy to use any of your preferred technical vendors. Our team has connections across the United States, and we use these to ensure that only the best technical vendors work on your event.

Step 2: The Technical Production Manager Brings In All Needed Elements

Once all technical vendors are established and scheduled, you will work with one of our Technical Production Managers who will help bring in and manage all needed elements.

Our Managers are experts in Production Design, and this expertise is extremely helpful in managing all technical aspects of an event.

At PORT we have a large inventory of state-of-the-art lighting equipment. Our fleet of PORT trucks can capably transport all needed equipment anywhere in the country.

Step 3: Your Event Is Built/Finished Successfully

Your Technical Production Manager will manage the setup of your event and will take into account any requested changes or final thoughts to ensure that your event is a success. Your PORT TPM will be with you through to the breakdown of your event.

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• Lighting Production Services
• Technical Production Management
• Production Design
• Corporate Production Management

THEATRICAL LIGHTING

• Theatrical Lighting Design/Specification
• Theatrical Lighting Installation
• Stage Curtain & Rigging Installation
• Rigging Inspections

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

• Architectural Lighting Design
• Architectural Lighting Installation

LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS

• Lighting Controls 
• Design, Installation, & Integration