DSS, Inc. provides support technology for live entertainment events across the United States. With our staff and technology, we provide everything to make sure events leave a lasting impression. We offer staffing and equipment for: Music Festivals, Concert Touring, Site Management, Logistics, Outdoor Video, Sound Reinforcement, Lighting, Roof and Staging, and more. DSS, Inc. is a progressive company experiencing rapid growth. We are currently hiring for a Production Manager. The Production manager builds shows and creates quotes based on equipment availability and client needs.
Reports To:
Director of Operations
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Department:
Production
Summary:
Responsible for setting the plan in motion to execute live events in accordance with the agreed upon terms of contract. Must have experience in live events, A/V, working in entertainment.
Accountability, Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Create quotes and gear lists based on client and event needs
· Coordinate all things production, including audio, lighting, video, staging, scenic, trucking,
logistics…etc.
· Manage production crew during load in, execution, and load out of show.
· Oversee show advances and details
· Work with individual department leaders and staff to coordinate show needs.
Manage Event Budget and expenses
· Manage logistics of event crews
· Manage onsite events when needed
· Work with Human Resources in recruitment, hiring, and disciplinary actions
Qualification / Skills:
Must have 5 years of previous experience in Entertainment, Live Events, or A/V
· Must possess a ‘big picture view’ of production
· Working knowledge of technical equipment and music
· Strong Leadership ability
· Strong interpersonal skills
· Solid verbal and written communication skills
· Attention to detail and follow through
· Excellent Organization skills
· Ability to lift 85 lbs.
· Microsoft Office software
· Knowledge of FLEX Rental Solutions software, helpful but not required
Education / Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or equivalent work experience
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in live music production management required
Physical Requirements:
· Ability to travel between show sites nationwide.
· Must be flexible to alternate between daytime, nighttime and weekend hours, based on
event schedules.
· Performing General Physical Activities - requires considerable use of your arms and legs
and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and
handling of materials
· Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment – Running, maneuvering,
navigating, or driving vehicles, or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts or passenger
vehicles.
Personal Protective Equipment:
· Harnesses for Rack work, hard hats, safety vests
Condition of Employment:
· Must possess and maintain at least a Class B valid driver’s license for company insurance
purposes. However, Class A driver’s license is preferred.
· Must submit to pre-employment and random drug testing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- Live Event: 5 years (Preferred)
- managing budgets: 5 years (Preferred)
- Production managment for live events: 4 years (Preferred)
- designing productions: 4 years (Preferred)
- working for an AV/production company: 4 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
