Production Manager, Theater Entertainment

Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Production, the Manager, Production is an integral part of the Event Center Entertainment Department. The candidate selected for this role holds primary responsibility by ensuring that all technical requirements are met at both on-site and off-site events, in addition to actively managing the Audio, Visual and Lighting technicians as well as the crew staff and flawlessly execute enterprise events.

This position must be forward thinking and have outstanding organizational skills to execute the large volume of events forecasted every year.

The Manager, Production also champions the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribes vision, mission and values.

• Serves as day of show manager for all site audio/visual projects in the theater, in collaboration with other departments such as Information Technology, Facilities, Fire and Casino Marketing, to plan, implement and complete all events on time and within budget. Supports strategic direction of Event Center Entertainment Department, including operating procedures, structure and efficiency in order to provide maximum value to Yaamava’ Resort & Casino.
• Ensures all technical and physical elements are ready for the event by providing contractors with technical and physical data (blueprints) on the facility to include electrical, lighting, sound, and plumbing information. Advises performers and private contractors on space utilization, special arrangements, building policies, and fire regulations. Creates and distributes information, procedures, and rules regarding AV needs for on and off-site promotions.
  
  Remains current on new AV technology and equipment to keep abreast to market changes.
• Collaborates with the Senior Manager, Production to create departmental policies and procedures and holds responsibility for implementation.
• Participates in budget process and vendor bid process to ensure competitive pricing on all AV technology and equipment. Oversee equipment and schedules preventative maintenance, plans, and procedures. Manages and maintains the AV asset inventory system. Manages the installation, troubleshooting and programming of AV systems in the Events Center.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Makes hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Audio Visual Engineering and/or related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in live audio productions required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of management experience managing concerts and live events required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

• Must possess strong leadership and team building skills.
• Must possess experience in managing complex projects inclusive of the production advance and execution process.
• Preferred experience working directly with advanced production equipment including L-Acoustics K2 speaker package, Grand Ma3 lighting console, and LED imaging systems.
• Troubleshooting skills with sound and lighting systems, including Intelligent Lighting and Show Control Systems,…