Assistant Production Manager

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER

POSITION: Assistant Production Manager

DEPARTMENT: Operations
REPORTS TO: Director of Operations
FLSA STATUS: Full-time Salary, Exempt

SUMMARY

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for an Assistant Production Manager position with Legends Global/Boeing Center at Tech Port.  The Assistant Production Manager will be responsible for the advancement, coordination and implementation of all technical stage aspects which include, but are not limited to, electrical, audio, fly, crewing, logistics for all stage systems, personnel, and equipment for licensees of the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to fully coordinate/advance with licensee, promoter rep, tour, or event representative all pre-performance technical requirements and needs
• Ability to Oversee load-ins, set ups, show runs and strikes for all shows to include civic events, shows, symphony performances, private events and national concert tours
• Coordinate all backstage logistics for shows with local labor and in house labor and 3rd party representatives
• Prepare and coordinate with the event manager all “back of house” event information
• Coordinate with “front of house” staff details for specified events
• Prepare the event production estimate and update the client and event file with changes in the estimate
• Assist in Preparing and processing stage employee payroll
• Process production vendor charges through purchasing system, steward vendor relationships and payment of charges in coordination with accounting dept.
• Assist in the Design, Implement and Supervise a preventative maintenance program for all light, sound and backstage equipment and execute routine maintenance of production equipment
• Recommend capital purchases or improvements to Director of Operations
• Assist in maintaining of the training, safe working conditions and welfare of stage employees in accordance with Legends Global policies, union guidelines and applicable EEO and OSHA regulations
• Assist in maintaining uniform systems established for all Legends Global Boeing Center at Tech Port facilities.
• Serve as Event Manager on Duty as required
• Assist the Operations Department Managers in Scheduling and Administrative Duties as necessary
• Develop and maintain production schedules, timelines, and checklists to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Oversee the setup, execution, and breakdown of events and productions, ensuring smooth logistical management.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of operational activities, budgets, and expenses.
• Assist in managing inventory and coordinating the procurement of materials and equipment.
• Support the Operations Team Managers in troubleshooting and resolving issues during planning and execution phases.
• Assist in training and supervising production and operations staff.
• May be asked to handle money for cash advancement with tours
• All other duties as assigned by Director of Operations

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• 3 year minimum experience working in a performing arts center/theater
• Knowledge of operations, maintenance, and stage management
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA, state and other work environment and safety regulations
• Working knowledge of fire and public safety issues
• Prior supervisory experience preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Must have attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills necessary for planning and directing coverage at events
• Must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
• Must have the ability to train, plan, assign, and direct work and motivate union stage personnel and front-of-house personnel
• Understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and preventive maintenance schedules
• Must be able to prepare, analyze and operate within Department Budget
• Must have good computer skills and working knowledge of both in-house and general production equipment and procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS

• High noise level
• Must be able to work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Requires moderate physical efforts.  Standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, and pushing, daily lifting of weights and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility; to stand for long hours during events; talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk extensively, occasionally kneel, climb ladders and stairs, and balance