AV Vegas is the Las Vegas go-to source for anything related to concerts and live entertainment productions! We have an enviable inventory of audio-visual and staging gear. As a rental house, we send out well maintained gear on demand. As a production house, we own, design, build, and operate one-of-a-kind events. We specialized in taking on unique challenges that make for awesome moments of unparalleled job satisfaction. Our days can be long, but they are NEVER boring! We don't just do events... we reimagine them… designing new systems, custom fabricating specialized equipment, and deploying solutions in unique venues, from Laughlin, NV to Las Vegas Blvd. We are "The name behind the show!".
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive Pay Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan 100% company funded Paid time off Slushy Machine in the summertime (exactly what you've always wanted) Raiders' Home Game Tickets Work with peers, managers and owners who work onsite, love production, and respect you as a person and not just a number.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The AV Vegas Production Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of events. They work closely with Account Executives and Clients to understand their needs and objectives to then develop and implement a plan that will ensure each assigned event is successful. We are looking for an experienced people leader with a strong and deep technical background in audiovisual production, festivals, general sessions, headliner concerts, etc. Ideally you will have a bias towards action, a strong event production mindset, and a high level of technical curiosity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the primary responsibility of the Production Manager - to oversee, plan and manage all elements of events and productions for the events assigned to them. These will typically include some of our largest productions. Manage and develop growing onsite teams of AV event support engineers, freelancers and in-house production team members. Ensuring flawless and professional execution of event deployments. Support the larger production management team by sharing knowledge and experience, and by ensuring that their projects are as successful as your own. This position is a key member of the Production Team and is responsible for taking ownership of assigned events and is expected to manage each event with little supervision. Ensure that all staff are following OSHA and other Safety regulations, identify any safety hazards and ensure that measures are taken to rectify the issue until the situation is satisfied. Act as the face of AV Vegas while onsite. Maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. Prepare Show Advances for each assigned event, ensuring all technical requirements, specifications are procured prior to the event through working with Sales and Departments manager, Conducting/Attending Preliminary and Final Show meetings with appropriate personnel and clients to ensure all show requirements are met. Present and Load-in, Show and Load-out when necessary. Lead on-site personnel to execute the need of the event as written and expected in advance. Previous experience evaluating, testing, and deploying technology solutions to meet defined business needs
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Minimum (3) three years of people management experience with AV technical roles that require strong communication and team leadership. Minimum (3) three years of experience in live event production to include Concerts, Festivals, Corporate General Session and the like. Experience setting up and running AV production equipment (such as audio consoles, video switcher, wireless mic systems, broadcast cameras, video walls, lighting etc) Strong Troubleshooting skills Thorough understanding various aspects of event production in various venues ranging in size of Breakout Rooms to Arena sized concerts and can execute these types of deployments with ease. Previous experience in Stage Lighting, Pro Audio systems and Basic Video systems in a similar or related field Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays Polished appearance and demeanor Excellent customer service skills Strong production acumen and staying cool under pressure Ability to obtain and maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures Experienced in supervising and leading a production team Can work independently, as a team lead and around others Advanced knowledge in Rigging desired Proficiencies in the following a plus: Black Magic, Video Switchers, SMaart, Dante, Vmix, Resolume, Decimator, JBL, InFiled, Stageright, GrandMa, Hog, Flex and ZOHO, Asana and Slack. Having an intimate knowledge of Las Vegas Event Venues and Strip Properties desired. Stop bouncing around and come home to a shop with a whole team who's got your back. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening including a criminal background check.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position is for Production Management of Live Events, such as concerts, festivals, general sessions etc. Applicants are required to have experience in this industry. Describe your level of experience in the Live Events industry.