Do you hate to be bored and love problem solving in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy tinkering and working with audio equipment? Do you have a background in production founded in hands-on events work?
If so, we'd like to hear from you! We are currently hiring a part-time with potential for full-time Production & Warehouse Manager who has the drive to learn our business and take the reins. We are seeking an operations-savvy person who thrives in a fast paced environment and is looking for a new role in which to challenge themselves. This is the perfect position for a dynamic self-starter who is looking for a challenging position with an established company, is terrific at leading teams, and has no fear of jumping in to get a job done!
Previous experience that may qualify you includes: SOUND TECHNICIAN/DISC JOCKEY or AUDIO ENGINEER MANAGER/STAGE MANAGER / EVENT or PERFORMANCE PRODUCTION / FESTIVAL MANAGEMENT.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Bring your many hats as you do it all in this operations management position for this large event production company. Run the seasonal audio production as you guide P/T employees, and organize equipment for multi-venue, concurring events, handle problems, logistics, operations, project management and foreman duties.
Your management and logistical experience along with independent, high-energy personality will influence change and enhance procedure – here is your chance to carve your own niche in our company.
You work directly during production with start-up employees – manage and motivate diverse staff and company assets in the most economical manner. Plan, organize, and control shift operations in accordance with guidelines established by production schedules.
WHAT OUR EVENT COMPANY HAS TO OFFER:
Fun and upbeat working environment
Direct and open communication
Extensive training and accelerated development
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Competitive salary, based on experience and performance
Motivating bonus structure
EXPECTATIONS:
Use of high level listening skills
Clear and direct communication
Balance a sense of urgency with a calm practicality
Use of strong sense of logic with creative approach to problem solving
Confident decision making
Must demonstrate an enthusiastic and professional approach to all responsibilities
Enjoy contributing to a team environment wherein creativity is paramount
Be willing to accept responsibility for compliance with policy and procedure
Goal oriented and driven by business' success
Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Enjoys music and live entertainment
Get along well with a variety of people
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Participate in team meetings and coordinating the production schedule and deliverables to ensure successful events
Keeping senior management informed of project status and escalating issues when they impact timeline, scope, quality, or budget
Coordinating and developing project goals, and strategic plans to motivate staff and get the job done – with a “no matter what it takes attitude”
Assessing project issues and areas of risk and developing mitigation plans to assist in decision making
Be an “on the spot solution finder” who is organized and can manage rotating multi-venue logistics
Planning, project management, and administrative paperwork processing
Work collaboratively with leadership and the entire event production team
Maintain detailed and confidential information in an organized fashion
Maintain equipment and inventory systems
Follow through with assigned tasks
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, and/or EXPERIENCE:
Disc Jockey/Audio Engineering Experience – or similar familiarity with mobile sound systems
2+ years of production, operations, theater, stage management, events, or festival experience
Knowledge of the event industry at a professional level
A demonstrated ability of effective and professional verbal and written communication
Stable job history exhibiting a long term commitment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Must show initiative and the ability to work with little supervision
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Can lift at least fifty (50) pounds on your own
Must have a reliable vehicle, valid insurance, and clean driving record
Strong knowledge of Puget Sound area
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
This is a Part Time position with the ability to become more for the right person. Must have open weekend availability and be able to work flexible hours including evenings. You must have open availability, and extended hours will be required during the summer months and holidays. You must also be able to work “graveyard shift” for an approximately three week period (June 1st to June 22nd).
Job Type: part time