Assistant Production Manager - Erie Events

POSITION: Assistant Production Manager
STATUS: Part time as needed
REPORTS TO: Production Manager
FACILITIES: Warner Theatre / Erie Insurance Arena / Bayfront Convention Center / Liberty Park
HOURLY RATE: $23/per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible assisting the Production Manager in event activity regarding all technical production elements such as: lighting, sound, audio visual, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· He/she must have three years of technical experience within venues of comparable or larger in size preferred.

· Technical experience in deploying and operating modern sound, lighting, and AV systems.

· Computer experience is preferred with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications.

· Occasional lifting of heavy weight up to 50 pounds.

· Travel between Erie Events facilities is required.

· Must have good communication and attention to detail skills.

· Must have flexible schedule and ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

· Strong work ethic, and organizational skills.

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER – JOB DESCRIPTION DETAIL

· Provides technical management expertise at Erie Events venues.

· He/she will work various events and assist with production expertise based on group needs.

· This position will assist in enforcing standardized production and event related policies and procedures.

· He/she will ensure safe working practices.

· He/she will facilitate repair and maintenance of resources and equipment.

· Ability to develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships and communications with outside parties as well as Erie Events staff.

· Other duties as assigned.

· Ensure that all technical needs are met for events.

· Coordinate with the Director of Production any additional equipment rentals for events.

· Attend events as scheduled by Director of Production.

· Operate house equipment as needed for events.

· Train and supervise part time event staff to operate house equipment.

· Ensure that all house equipment is in working order, and work with Director of Production to identify and coordinate needed repairs of house equipment.

· Respond timely to tour, vendor, and internal inquiries.

· Understand and follow union conditions as listed in the union contracts regarding Hair and Make-up, Wardrobe, Musicians, and Stagehands.

· Promote a safe working environment at all times implementing Erie Events safe operating policies and procedures.

· Must develop and maintain good relations with local unions, third party contractors, and other Erie Events tenants.

· Drive own vehicle for Erie Events business as needed,

· Communicate with our other facilities to ensure that all building's staffing and supply needs are being met.

· Other duties as assigned.

Why You'll love Erie Events

Many of our jobs fit all kinds of different lifestyles and come with great benefits – Some dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and may include the following!

• Competitive wages paid biweekly

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drugs)

• Prescription Reimbursement

• Employer Paid: Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability

• Additional employee paid Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Plan

• Flexible hours

• 9 Paid Holidays

• Supplemental Pay: Varies per position

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Applies to Full & Part-time Employees

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• 6 weeks of paid caregiver leave

• Employee Referral Program

• Complementary access to events throughout our four venues

• Employee Assistance Program – 100% confidential

• 457 Retirement Plan

• Annual Employee Appreciation Event

• Behind the Scenes Awards

Erie Events provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.