What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Production Manager position at University of South Carolina Student Government?
Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number STA00139PO25 Job Family Event Management Job Function Live Event Production USC Market Title Producer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138299 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Event Production Manager Campus Aiken Work County Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Campus Support Services State Pay Band 5 Approved Starting Salary $45,133 Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Event Production Manager (Prod Mngr II), Minimum Salary: $45,133 per year, USCA Campus Auxiliary & Support Services
Production Manager responsible for technical success of all events at the USC Aiken Convocation Center. This includes but is not limited to the management and maintenance of the sound and lighting system in the venue. Develops and implements a training program for part time employees, and departmental team members, in reinforced sound management and equipment maintenance and production labor. Act as primary contact, and advisor, for internal and external group event needs relating to lighting and sound. Serve as consultant to the venues for production equipment purchasing. Shall assist in setting up venue with event resources. Knowledge/skills/Abilities: Broad understanding of acoustics, reinforced sound technology, sound equipment maintenance and repair. Must have broad knowledge in theater and arena presentations, particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Must be able to work under extreme and difficult time deadlines. Must be able to maintain excellent working relationships w/ subordinates. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Certification in sound, lighting and rigging. Road experience in theatre, concert and arena presentations particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Application deadline: March 13, 2025. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications
Certification in sound, lighting and rigging
Road experience in theatre, concert and arena presentations particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Broad understanding of acoustics, reinforced sound technology, sound equipment maintenance and repair. Must have broad knowledge in theater and arena presentations, particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Must be able to work under extreme and difficult time deadlines. Must be able to maintain excellent working relationships w/ subordinates.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Maintains the reinforced sound and lighting equipment. Maintains a clean, neat and orderly sound and lighting booth.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Develops and implements a training program specific to the maintenance and operation of sound equipment and other production tasks.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty
Provides production creativity in external and University productions in the venue; Calculates estimated expenses on staffing needs for events, perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Maintains a roster of individuals that can be called upon to assist in events. Trains and directs a staff of part time production technicians necessary for all presentations in the USC Aiken Convocation Center. Serve as event house manager when needed.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty
Manages the reinforced sound in a performance environment for internal and external rentals as well as athletic activities within the USCA Convocation Center.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty
Directs the technical installation of all audio and most visual equipment needed for presentations in the USC Aiken Convocation Center to include both permanent and temporary installation. Manages the setup of production equipment for events.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 02/24/2025 Job Close Date 03/13/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 13, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183854 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Logo Posting Number STA00139PO25 Job Family Event Management Job Function Live Event Production USC Market Title Producer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138299 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Event Production Manager Campus Aiken Work County Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Campus Support Services State Pay Band 5 Approved Starting Salary $45,133 Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Event Production Manager (Prod Mngr II), Minimum Salary: $45,133 per year, USCA Campus Auxiliary & Support Services
Production Manager responsible for technical success of all events at the USC Aiken Convocation Center. This includes but is not limited to the management and maintenance of the sound and lighting system in the venue. Develops and implements a training program for part time employees, and departmental team members, in reinforced sound management and equipment maintenance and production labor. Act as primary contact, and advisor, for internal and external group event needs relating to lighting and sound. Serve as consultant to the venues for production equipment purchasing. Shall assist in setting up venue with event resources. Knowledge/skills/Abilities: Broad understanding of acoustics, reinforced sound technology, sound equipment maintenance and repair. Must have broad knowledge in theater and arena presentations, particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Must be able to work under extreme and difficult time deadlines. Must be able to maintain excellent working relationships w/ subordinates. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Certification in sound, lighting and rigging. Road experience in theatre, concert and arena presentations particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Application deadline: March 13, 2025. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications
Certification in sound, lighting and rigging
Road experience in theatre, concert and arena presentations particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Broad understanding of acoustics, reinforced sound technology, sound equipment maintenance and repair. Must have broad knowledge in theater and arena presentations, particularly in diagnosing and solving sound problems in a performance environment. Must be able to work under extreme and difficult time deadlines. Must be able to maintain excellent working relationships w/ subordinates.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Maintains the reinforced sound and lighting equipment. Maintains a clean, neat and orderly sound and lighting booth.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Develops and implements a training program specific to the maintenance and operation of sound equipment and other production tasks.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty
Provides production creativity in external and University productions in the venue; Calculates estimated expenses on staffing needs for events, perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Maintains a roster of individuals that can be called upon to assist in events. Trains and directs a staff of part time production technicians necessary for all presentations in the USC Aiken Convocation Center. Serve as event house manager when needed.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty
Manages the reinforced sound in a performance environment for internal and external rentals as well as athletic activities within the USCA Convocation Center.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty
Directs the technical installation of all audio and most visual equipment needed for presentations in the USC Aiken Convocation Center to include both permanent and temporary installation. Manages the setup of production equipment for events.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 02/24/2025 Job Close Date 03/13/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 13, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183854 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $45,133
