Lead Production Assistant
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TEAM SAN JOSE
San Jose, CA, US
Summary
The Lead Production Assistant supervises touring and local production events, managing load-in/load-out activities and backstage operations. They are also responsible for financial settlements, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety policies and union guidelines.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lead Production Assistant is responsible for supervising touring and local production events managed by music promoters such as Nederlander Concerts, AEG/Goldenvoice, Live Nation, and other National and Regional promoters, as well as corporate meetings and Special Events.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage daily events, including load-in through load-out activities, overseeing IATSE Staff, equipment deliveries, and safe work practices.
- Manage both concerts and special events with equal attention and high standards, and complete post-event reports.
- Coordinate all backstage activities and interaction with other tenants
- Compile final settlement backup documentation on the night of the show, including other production invoices, receipts, and manage cash advances/petty cash.
- Maintain good relations with local unions, third-party contractors, and other tenants
- Keep clients up to date with changing event budgets and confirm approval, where applicable.
- Help maintain and arrange for the repair of house equipment, sometimes at a moment’s notice.
- Always assure a safe working environment by implementing Team San Jose's safe operating policies and procedures
- Assist HR with processing IASTSE 134 new hire paperwork according to TSJ guidelines
- Process injury reports according to TSJ guidelines
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5 years as a Production Manager in a venue of comparable size or larger
- Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Quick and innovative problem solver
- Knowledge and ability in working with trade unions
- Knowledge of financial show settlements
- Able to motivate and lead others to accomplish objectives
- Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Scheduling flexibility is essential.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Team San Jose is an equal opportunity employer.
Launched in 2004, Team San Jose is an economic development organization and the official Convention and Visitors Bureau for San Jose. Team San Jose also manages the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, South Hall, Parkside Hall, and four historic Theaters which include the San Jose Civic, the California Theatre, the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts and the Montgomery Theater.
Team San Jose ensures the success of meetings and events with its unique collaboration between the local hotels, arts groups, and local labor – all working to effectively manage the quality of the customers’ experience from beginning to end. San Jose’s model is changing the way our meetings and conventions industry serves customers—putting them first with one team for all their event services needs – rather than handing them off to multiple organizations after the meeting is booked.
Team San Jose is a strategic partner supporting the success of local events, and drives travel to our community through sales, marketing and public relations efforts. We provide services such as concierge assistance for major meetings, visitor desks at the airport and convention center, as well as planning guides available in print or download.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Travel Arrangements
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
Launched in 2004, Team San Jose is an economic development organization and the official Convention and Visitors Bureau for San Jose. Team San Jose also manages the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, South Hall, Parkside Hall, and four historic Theaters which include the San Jose Civic, the California Theatre, the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts and the Montgomery Theater.
Team San Jose ensures the success of meetings and events with its unique collaboration between the local hotels, arts groups, and local labor – all working to effectively manage the quality of the customers’ experience from beginning to end. San Jose’s model is changing the way our meetings and conventions industry serves customers—putting them first with one team for all their event services needs – rather than handing them off to multiple organizations after the meeting is booked.
Team San Jose is a strategic partner supporting the success of local events, and drives travel to our community through sales, marketing and public relations efforts. We provide services such as concierge assistance for major meetings, visitor desks at the airport and convention center, as well as planning guides available in print or download.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Travel Arrangements
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
