Assistant Production Manager

This is a Full Time Job

LN Venues, Assistant Production Manager (The Fillmore Charlotte & Underground)

THE ROLE

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for all off-stage, backstage, and non-technical details of concerts and events. This includes advancing and obtaining hospitality, VIP, and merchandise information, as well as rider requirements, staffing, scheduling, and operational needs.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
• Coordinate technical & other aspects of production with touring and house production team.
• Oversee backstage staff/runners & operations. Ensure shows run smoothly & on time. Ensure a safe working environment for all crew and touring personnel.
• Anticipate the needs of touring and house Production teams.
• Supervise all aspects of production from load-in to load out.
• Make quick drives to buy or deliver items for touring and house production as needed.
• Help shop, set up, and maintain artist Hospitality.
• Assist in managing budgetary requirements and tracking the financial aspects of shows
• Create and maintain daily band cost spreadsheet
• Ensure production department is following standard operating procedures
• Implement daily and weekly show schedule
• Work with the Production Manager scheduling appropriate number of staff while maintaining labor costs within the assigned budgetary guidelines
• Advance and facilitate all tour merchandise and VIP needs
• Will be the production lead for special events or shows in absence of production manager.
• Will assist at other venues as needed when the home venue schedule allows.
• Translate and input accurate data into the venue production schedule.
• Maintain accurate daily show records on shared drives
• Manage coordinators and runners to ensure accurate accounting and record keeping of all show-related expenses.
• Reconcile daily show cash and credit accounts.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
• 3 years minimum Tour and Stage Production experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
• Flexible Schedule (days/nights, late hours, weekends, and holidays)
• Above average time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to understand and work within house non-union labor practices and policies.
• Calm, Professional and customer service oriented
• Ability to make clear concise decisions, sometimes with limited information
• Strong people skills with an emphasis on competent and diplomatic communication with tour/production manager representatives
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills/attention to detail/problem solving skills.
• Tolerance of all cultures, music, and art forms

Preferred:
• Some College or College Degree in related field
• Point of Sales knowledge
• Multitasking Skills
• Cash handling experience
• Experience in a live music environment

Physical Demands/Working Environment:
• Working environment is fast-paced and often loud and stressful
• Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing, lifting, bending, reaching, and working on your feet
• Must be able to lift or move up to 75 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• Tolerance of loud noise level in working environment
• Able to wear a radio earpiece during the scheduled shift

• HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
• YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
• WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
• FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
• CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
• OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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