Production Manager - Newport Music Hall

The Manager Production advances all event details for all shows. The Production Manager will be responsible for the production team and to set a plan in motion to execute the show as per the agreed terms in the contract. The Production Manager will adhere to a budget to ensure all costs are being tracked and monitored. They will ensure that all the needs of the show and performer are met.

Responsibilities

Liaison between venue and artist to ensure all production needs are met and the contract is being adhered to; Work with talent buyer and artist to work out a tour schedule, build offers and create show budget; Work closely with the venue to make sure everything is in working order and that all the show needs are being addressed and met; Responsible for solving any production issues that may arise at any given point in the show timeline; Develop and foster relationships with artist, tour crew, artist management, venues and other important personnel to ensure streamlined communication and successful execution of each show on tour; Set a workable budget for the show and make sure all the expenses are being tracked and are within the limits of spending; Oversee the load in and load out of the show from artists, vendors and all that apply; Manage production crew by interfacing and making production arrangements with local labor vendors, creating production crew schedules, diffusing employee relation situations and conflict resolution, reviewing, approving and submitting payroll for production staff; May be responsible for show settlement after the show has concluded, ensuring artist(s) and venue are paid accordingly, closing out the show and submitting pertinent information to accounting; May be responsible for hiring local labor, rentals and other show needs; May be responsible for production management and logistics at other locations, venues, or projects within the venue as directed

Requirements

BA/BS Degree (4-year) in a related field; 4-6 years of related work experience; Experience interpreting event contracts and developing accurate production budgets; Working knowledge of technical aspects of concert production; Ability to solve logistical and technical problems including staging, lighting, sound; Ability to create and maintain budgets for events; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn required business systems; Previous management experience with an emphasis on resolution management; Works well under pressure and in a fast paced environment; Must be extremely flexible to work long hours, nights, weekends and holidays

Nice to have

Experience working in music industry

Benefits

Bonus eligibility under the current bonus plan; Medical, dental and vision insurance; Paid holidays, vacation and sick time; Company paid basic life insurance; Voluntary life insurance; Parental leave; 401k Plan with a current employer match of 3%; Flexible spending and health savings account options; Wellness offerings