Ignite Productions

We’re hiring an experienced Onsite Activation Supervisor to oversee a large technology conference at Fort Mason in San Francisco. This is the senior onsite staffing role for the program. You’ll manage the full event staff team, oversee the Lead team, and serve as the primary staffing point of escalation for the onsite agency team. Pay Rate: $38/hr Schedule Required On-Site Training September 28 12:00 PM - 3:45 PM Event Day September 29 5:30 AM - 7:00 PM You must be available for both the training and full event-day shift to be considered. Role Overview The Activation Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing staffing operations across the entire event. You’ll work closely with Event Leads and the onsite agency team to make sure all staff are checked in, deployed correctly, supported throughout their shifts, and delivering a strong guest experience. This position requires someone who can see the bigger picture while also jumping in quickly when staffing, operational, or guest-facing issues arise. Key Responsibilities • Manage and oversee the full onsite event staffing team • Direct and support Event Leads managing individual teams and event areas • Serve as the primary staffing point of contact for the onsite agency team • Handle escalations, staffing issues, call-outs, coverage needs, and last-minute changes • Oversee staff check-in, deployment, breaks, rotations, and shift coverage • Ensure all teams understand their assignments and event responsibilities • Communicate agency updates and operational changes to Leads and staff • Monitor staff performance and guest experience throughout the event • Troubleshoot issues quickly and make real-time staffing adjustments as needed • Maintain clear communication with agency contacts throughout the program • Ensure staff remain professional, engaged, and in position throughout their shifts • Provide end-of-day staffing updates and feedback as needed Ideal Candidate • Significant event staffing, field management, or activation management experience • Previous experience managing a large onsite event team • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills • Comfortable communicating directly with agency contacts and senior event stakeholders • Able to manage multiple teams, priorities, and changes simultaneously • Calm and solutions-focused under pressure • Highly organized and proactive • Reliable and punctual • Comfortable being on your feet and moving throughout the venue for an extended event day A phone screen will be conducted prior to booking. When submitting your interest, please include details on your previous Activation Supervisor, Field Manager, Staffing Manager, or large-scale event leadership experience.