Production Manager, Live Events
DSS, Inc. provides support technology for live entertainment events across the United States. With our staff and technology, we provide everything to make sure events leave a lasting impression. We offer staffing and equipment for: Music Festivals, Concert Touring, Site Management, Logistics, Outdoor Video, Sound Reinforcement, Lighting, Roof and Staging, and more. DSS, Inc. is a progressive company experiencing rapid growth. We are currently hiring for a Production Manager. The Production manager builds shows and creates quotes based on equipment availability and client needs.
Reports To:
Director of Operations
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Department:
Production
Summary:
Responsible for setting the plan in motion to execute live events in accordance with the agreed upon terms of contract. Must have experience in live events, A/V, working in entertainment.
Accountability, Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Create quotes and gear lists based on client and event needs
? Coordinate all things production, including audio, lighting, video, staging, scenic, trucking,
logistics'etc.
? Manage production crew during load in, execution, and load out of show.
? Oversee show advances and details
? Work with individual department leaders and staff to coordinate show needs.
Manage Event Budget and expenses
? Manage logistics of event crews
? Manage onsite events when needed
? Work with Human Resources in recruitment, hiring, and disciplinary actions
Qualification / Skills:
Must have 5 years of previous experience in Entertainment, Live Events, or A/V
? Must possess a ?big picture view? of production
? Working knowledge of technical equipment and music
? Strong Leadership ability
? Strong interpersonal skills
? Solid verbal and written communication skills
? Attention to detail and follow through
? Excellent Organization skills
? Ability to lift 85 lbs.
? Microsoft Office software
? Knowledge of FLEX Rental Solutions software, helpful but not required
Education / Experience:
? Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or equivalent work experience
? Minimum 5 years? experience in live music production management required
Physical Requirements:
? Ability to travel between show sites nationwide.
? Must be flexible to alternate between daytime, nighttime and weekend hours, based on
event schedules.
? Performing General Physical Activities - requires considerable use of your arms and legs
and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and
handling of materials
? Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment ? Running, maneuvering,
navigating, or driving vehicles, or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts or passenger
vehicles.
Personal Protective Equipment:
? Harnesses for Rack work, hard hats, safety vests
Condition of Employment:
? Must possess and maintain at least a Class B valid driver's license for company insurance
purposes. However, Class A driver's license is preferred.
? Must submit to pre-employment and random drug testing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
? 401(k) matching
? Dental insurance
? Health insurance
? Paid time off
? Vision insurance
Schedule:
? 10 hour shift
? 12 hour shift
? 4 hour shift
? 8 hour shift
? Evening shift
? Holidays
? Weekends as needed
Experience:
? managing budgets: 5 years (Preferred)
? Production managment for live events: 4 years (Preferred)
? working for an AV/production company: 4 years (Preferred)
? Production managment: 3 years (Preferred)
? A/V and production design: 4 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
? 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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Reports To:
Director of Operations
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Department:
Production
Summary:
Responsible for setting the plan in motion to execute live events in accordance with the agreed upon terms of contract. Must have experience in live events, A/V, working in entertainment.
Accountability, Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Create quotes and gear lists based on client and event needs
? Coordinate all things production, including audio, lighting, video, staging, scenic, trucking,
logistics'etc.
? Manage production crew during load in, execution, and load out of show.
? Oversee show advances and details
? Work with individual department leaders and staff to coordinate show needs.
Manage Event Budget and expenses
? Manage logistics of event crews
? Manage onsite events when needed
? Work with Human Resources in recruitment, hiring, and disciplinary actions
Qualification / Skills:
Must have 5 years of previous experience in Entertainment, Live Events, or A/V
? Must possess a ?big picture view? of production
? Working knowledge of technical equipment and music
? Strong Leadership ability
? Strong interpersonal skills
? Solid verbal and written communication skills
? Attention to detail and follow through
? Excellent Organization skills
? Ability to lift 85 lbs.
? Microsoft Office software
? Knowledge of FLEX Rental Solutions software, helpful but not required
Education / Experience:
? Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or equivalent work experience
? Minimum 5 years? experience in live music production management required
Physical Requirements:
? Ability to travel between show sites nationwide.
? Must be flexible to alternate between daytime, nighttime and weekend hours, based on
event schedules.
? Performing General Physical Activities - requires considerable use of your arms and legs
and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and
handling of materials
? Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment ? Running, maneuvering,
navigating, or driving vehicles, or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts or passenger
vehicles.
Personal Protective Equipment:
? Harnesses for Rack work, hard hats, safety vests
Condition of Employment:
? Must possess and maintain at least a Class B valid driver's license for company insurance
purposes. However, Class A driver's license is preferred.
? Must submit to pre-employment and random drug testing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
? 401(k) matching
? Dental insurance
? Health insurance
? Paid time off
? Vision insurance
Schedule:
? 10 hour shift
? 12 hour shift
? 4 hour shift
? 8 hour shift
? Evening shift
? Holidays
? Weekends as needed
Experience:
? managing budgets: 5 years (Preferred)
? Production managment for live events: 4 years (Preferred)
? working for an AV/production company: 4 years (Preferred)
? Production managment: 3 years (Preferred)
? A/V and production design: 4 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
? 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Apply Now