POSITION: Production Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Event Services

REPORTS TO: Assistant General Manager

FLSA STATUS: Full Time Hourly

Pay: $27-$30

Summary

SMG, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for Production Coordinator for The Greek Theatre. The Production Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all technical stage aspects at The Greek Theatre which include, but are not limited to, electrics, audio, video, fly, crewing, logistics and preventive maintenance for all stage systems, personnel and equipment for licensees of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Confers with the Management Team to determine requirements of forthcoming event

Prepare and coordinate with the event manager and client on all "back of house" and day of show event information

Coordinate all backstage logistics for shows with local Stagehand Employees Union representative

Administers policy for operation and use of building for stage shows, concerts and other similar events

Meets with prospective clients of the facility to plan their use of the stage

Prepare the event estimate and update the client and event file with changes in the estimate

Oversee load-ins, set ups, show runs and strikes for all shows to include community events, rentals and national concert tours

Supervises all stage related vendors and local stagehand crews

Oversees shows to assure proper use of equipment and facility

Supervises the maintenance, repair and upkeep of sound equipment, stage, electrical and mechanical systems

Assists in the general supervision of the stagehouse during events

Coordinate "front of house" details for specified events

Supervise a preventative maintenance program for all venue light, sound and backstage equipment

Recommend capital purchases or improvements to venue General Manager

Provide for the training, safe working conditions and welfare of stage employees in accordance with SMG policies, union guidelines and applicable EEO and OSHA regulations

Serve as Event Manager on Duty as required

Knowledge of organization, regulations and procedures involved in operation of facility stage functions

Ability to communicate stage requirements for various clients during events

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

4 year degree in stage production with technical emphasis or professional equivalence

1 year minimum experience working in a live performing arts venue/ center/theater

Knowledge and experience working with union stagehand personnel

Knowledge of operations, maintenance and stage management

Working knowledge of applicable OSHA, state and other work environment and safety regulations

Working knowledge of fire and public safety issues

Prior supervisory experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

Ability to recognize the organization, regulations, and procedures involved in the operation of the stage functions; principles and techniques of sound reinforcement, stage mechanics, and stage management; stage requirements for various clients during shows and events; electrical and sound companies in the area for the purpose of acquiring parts and equipment

Supervises and trains personnel in the maintenance and operation of the stage equipment; work with prospective users of the venue to plan their needs; design and execute detailed plans for stage systems upgrading and use

Maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the public and users of the facility

Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written

Excellent organizational, planning and problem-solving skills

Professional presentation, appearance and work ethic

Qualifications

Must have attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Must have strong leadership, communication and organizational skills necessary for planning and directing coverage at events

Must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events

Must have the ability to train, plan, assign, and direct work and motivate union stage personnel and front-of-house personnel

Understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints, sketches and preventive maintenance schedules

Must be able to prepare, analyze and operate within Department Budget

Must have good computer skills

Working Environment/Conditions

High noise level

Must be able to work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May include manual labor, moderate lifting and/or arduous working conditions

NoteThe 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.

This position offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

Please send a copy of your most recent resume and cover letter.

SMG / The Greek Theatre

2700 North Vermont Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90027

Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact

(323) 606-8441

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

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