Production Manager, Concert Hall

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Production Manager, Concert Hall

The annual base salary range for this position in California is $90,000 to $115,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.

• Lead and oversee all technical production aspects of events, including sound, lighting, video, rigging, and stage management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for touring productions, artists' technical staff, and rental clients regarding production needs and capabilities
• Coordinate and supervise stagehands and union or freelance crews during load-in, setup, rehearsals, performances, and load-out
• Review technical riders and production advances to assess feasibility and resource needs
• Manage and maintain audio, video, lighting, and rigging equipment; coordinate rentals as needed
• Ensure safe use of all equipment and adherence to safety protocols and venue policies
• Create detailed production schedules and ensure all technical and labor requirements are fulfilled
• Collaborate with internal departments (Operations, Facilities, Programming, etc.) to support seamless event execution
• Identify and resolve technical and logistical challenges efficiently and professionally
• Track production budgets, labor costs, and equipment maintenance expenses
• Provide on-site production supervision during events and troubleshoot in real-time

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Theater, Production Management, or related field preferred; equivalent professional experience accepted
• 5+ years of experience in production management within a performing arts center, concert hall, live music venue, or equivalent setting
• Experience managing union and non-union crews, including knowledge of labor contracts and call times
• Proven experience coordinating complex technical productions with multiple stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of professional-grade audio, video, lighting, and rigging systems
• Understanding of stagecraft, power distribution, and backstage operations
• Familiarity with safety standards and compliance, including OSHA and fire codes
• Knowledge of concert and performing arts production workflows and artist expectations
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; able to manage teams under pressure
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CAD, Vectorworks, or other drafting software is a plus
• Skilled at budget tracking and cost estimation for production elements
• Able to manage multiple events and production timelines simultaneously
• Able to lead and motivate crews in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Able to assess and solve complex technical challenges efficiently
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment (within safety guidelines) and work at heights as required
• Able to maintain composure and professionalism in high-pressure or last-minute situations

Education - Bachelor's Degree

Experience…