LN Venues, Production Manager - Mercury Ballroom at Live Nation Worldwide, Inc. — Louisville, KY

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

WHO ARE YOU?

THE JOB

The Production Manager is responsible for the on-stage, backstage, show settlement, and technical details of concerts and events at Live Nation-operated Venues.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Coordination between tour and/or client production and the LN venue. Advancing and obtaining presale technical information, including production needs, rider requirements, staging and capacity changes.
• Interface with local contractors (vendors), tours, clients renting Live Nation venues and venue production teams for all show requirements, including stagehands, runners, security, casual labor and rental equipment, with an emphasis on quality, reliability and cost.
• Day of show management of concert/private events from load in to load out, with an emphasis on customer (artist/client) service, adherence to time schedules, sound restrictions and cost containment.
• Show accounting and settlement with artists, including vendor payments for show related services.
• Track labor costs and maintain budgets to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Coordinate and manage approved subcontractors and third-party vendors to ensure safe, efficient and successful events.
• Assist in onboarding and training production staff, ensuring team readiness and adherence to best practices.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• Combination of 5 plus years’ experience in live event or concert production required, music venue or touring environment preferred.
• Experience with setup and operation of technical elements integral to live entertainment, including but not limited to: audio, lighting, video, electrical, and staging. Experience with artist hospitality preferred
• Possess strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with attention to detail/problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Be a self-motivated individual who possesses a “roll up the sleeves attitude” and a “hands-on” style, as well as the aptitude to thrive in a fast-paced, results- oriented environment
• Flexible Schedule (days/nights, late/long hours, weekends, and holidays)
• Implementation and execution of all Live Nation policies, procedures, and programs.
• Must work well under pressure/Even tempered
• Ability to make clear concise decisions; sometimes with limited information.
• Computer proficiency in Windows applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable working in a high-energy, loud environment with extended periods of standing, lifting, and moving equipment.
• Strong Professional References

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Working environment is fast-paced and often loud and stressful
• Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing, lifting, bending, reaching, and working on your feet
• Must be able to lift or move up to 75 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• Tolerance of loud noise level in working environment
• Able to wear a radio earpiece during the scheduled shift

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