Lead Production Supervisor at ASM Global in Lubbock, TX

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Summary

Under the general direction of the Production Manager, the position oversees and manages all stage production at The Buddy Holly Hall facility. The Lead Production Supervisor coordinates with the Production Manager and supervises all production related back of house and front of house full-time and part-time personnel in the delivery of production services to users, clients, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises in-house crew, stage labor and other technicians (including those not in the direct employ of the facility). Manages all aspects of stage production including advancing shows, providing event estimates, and producing the events on show day.
• Manages all in-house operations and production personnel to fulfill technical rider requirements and front-of-house staffing needs.
• Oversees and/or manages all performance-related systems of the complex in cooperation with outside vendors.
• Implements and updates production rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Assists in booking crews for events through local IATSE Union.
• Coordinates the Operations activities with other departments and event and non-event related contractors to assure facility readiness and smooth operation of events.
• Supervises technical setup and changeover for the Complex.
• Oversees work schedules
• Responsible for preparing and submitting to payroll documentation for Production labor and event costs to the Finance department.
• Coordinates the budgeting, purchasing, and scheduling of stage equipment repair and maintenance.
• Develops, maintains, and adheres to departmental budget
• Implements and updates Production rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Provides clear, concise, and timely communications of directives to other departments.
• Provides yearly inventory of all equipment.
• Investigates, analyzes, and resolves technical problems and complaints.
• Negotiates with vendors, unions, contractors, service providers, promoters, and Artist’s representatives.
• Understand and operate (and be able to train Operations staff concerning the use of) the facilities systems including but not limited to, mixing consoles, public address systems, intercom, video equipment, theatrical lighting, and spotlights.
• Gather accurate event production information as it relates to A/V needs through direct contact with the sound and lighting director and other clients. Assist in preparing client billing.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all A/V equipment, maintain service records, and inventories of equipment. Develop and submit lists of necessary repairs and improvements.
• Adheres to ASM reporting and employment policies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises production crew. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and direction work; appraising performance; rewarding and discipling employees with the local IATSE Union and Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced in direct advancing, facilitation, and executing of multiple performance genres including but not limited to Broadway, Orchestral/ Symphonic, Dance, Theatre, Film, Festivals, Broadcast and Corporate events.
• Strong background in all areas of production and operations and must be technically savvy in all areas of stage related technical equipment.
• Ability to support the installation and purchasing of sound and light equipment.
• Be familiar with the principles of techniques of managing front of house and back of house operations and staffing related issues.
• Meet the physical demands of the job
• Work effectively under pressure; produce accurate and timely results
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
• Remain flexible and adapt to situations as they present themselves
• Effectively communicate with others

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors in production or arts management or related technical training with a minimum of 5 years’ experience with production management
• Proficiency in sound and lighting design is preferred as well as operation of the newest technology
• Experience with systems and audio networks
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience
• Giving tours
• Working directly with world class artists
• CAD experience
• Experience with front of house venue security, ushers, & patron management

Skills and Abilities

• Organization of production for a multi venue facility
• Superior negotiation skills
• Create a positive work environment
• Problem solving
• Trade Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and equivalent venue management software
• Basic understanding of network infrastructure as it relates to Audio/Visual needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility, stand for long hours, occasionally kneel, climb high walkways or balance
• This position may require work inside or outside of the building as needed by events.
• Must be able to lift & move 50 pounds

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site at Buddy Holly Hall, Lubbock Texas

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.