Production Manager

POSITION:        Production Manager

DEPARTMENT:  Production

REPORTS TO:    General Manager

FLSA STATUS:   Salaried, Exempt

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

THE ROLE

This position is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all technical stage aspects at The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock, Texas, which include, but are not limited to, electrics, audio, fly, crewing, logistics and preventive maintenance for all stage systems, personnel and equipment for licensees of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with licensee all pre-performance technical requirements.
• Oversee load-ins, set ups, show runs and strikes for all shows to include civic events, Broadway shows, symphony performances and national concert tours.
• Coordinate all backstage logistics for shows with local Stage Employees Union business representative.
• Prepare and coordinate with the event manager all “back of house” event information.
• Coordinate “front of house” details for specified events
• Prepare the event estimate and update the client and event file with changes in the estimate.
• Prepare and process stage employee union payroll.
• Process production vendor charges through purchasing system, steward vendor relationships and payment of charges via credit card or check, work with Administrative Assistance to reconcile credit card statements monthly.
• Supervise a preventative maintenance program for all light, sound, and backstage equipment.
• Recommend capital purchases or improvements to General Manager.
• Provide for the training, safe working conditions and welfare of stage employees in accordance with ASM policies, union guidelines and applicable EEO and OSHA regulations.
• Serve as Event Manager on Duty as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities           

Directly supervises Managers, Assistants or Coordinators.  The Production Manager carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ASM's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience          

• 4-year degree in Theater with technical emphasis or professional equivalence.
• 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.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site at The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts & Sciences, Lubbock, Texas

Physical Demands

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.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.