Production Manager

Key Responsibilities:

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  Pre-Production Planning:

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  Work in collaboration with the Account Rep, the Operations team, clients, artists, promoters to develop and execute successful events.

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  Create and manage production schedules, load-in/out plans, and technical timelines.

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  Lead and provide guidance to department leads and their crews

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  Technical Coordination:

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  Ensure safe, efficient setup and operation of audio, lighting, video, staging, and rigging departments.

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  Work closely with account rep’s, operations, promoters, venue managers, tour managers, artists, local production crews and other stakeholders to meet production requirements.

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  On-Site Management:

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  Lead load-in, show execution, and load-out processes, ensuring safety and efficiency.

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  Act as the primary point of contact for all production-related duties during the event.

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  Troubleshoot technical and logistical challenges in real-time.

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  Enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry and local regulations.

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  Tour & Logistics Management:

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  Communicate and collaborate with operations to ensure travel, accommodations, and transportation needs are met for crew and equipment.

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  Communicate and collaborate with operations to ensure timely movement of production assets between venues.

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  In conjunction with operations manage advancing of technical and hospitality riders with venues and promoters.

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  Team Leadership & Communication:

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  Lead, guide, and oversee technical crew and local stagehands.

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  Participant in production meetings to align all departments and personnel.

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  Foster a collaborative work environment, ensuring smooth coordination among all stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:

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  Minimum of 5 years of experience in live event or concert production management.

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  Extensive knowledge of audio, lighting, video, staging, rigging, and backline equipment.

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  Strong scheduling, and project management skills.

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  Familiarity with touring logistics, including international travel considerations.

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  Excellent problem-solving and crisis-management abilities.

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  Ability to lead teams under pressure in fast-paced environments.

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  Proficiency in production software such as Vectorworks, WYSIWYG, or similar tools is a plus.

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  Knowledge of industry safety standards (OSHA, ANSI, ETCP Certification preferred).

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  Ability to travel extensively and work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Skills:

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  Experience working with major touring acts, festivals and corporate events.