Local Production Manager - THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride OKC
$62,400–$62,400 year
On-siteOklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Oversee and manage all technical and operational aspects of the local event, including cast, crew, staff, and communications with on-site management and third-party contractors. Lead recruiting of local crew for load-in, load-out, and run operations; create and manage production staff schedules; and source materials and services with local vendors. Supervise departments for lighting, audio, props, décor, wardrobe, and food and beverage while serving as a liaison between Rail Events Productions and on-site management. Plan logistics, oversee load-out, and ensure adherence to safety rules and policies. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment with 60-75 people onsite daily.
Required Qualifications
- Experience with production or stage management and managing special events
- Experience and aptitude for problem-solving and leading a large team in a live event setting
- Ability to work alongside and serve as a leader for the event staff
- Ability to work independently with attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues
- Effective oral and written communication
- Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams
- Practical experience interpreting technical drawings
- Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays
- Ability and willingness to support and bolster AHR's EOE policies
- Be physically capable of lifting heavy objects
- Must be 18 or over
- Able to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Able to stand and walk on uneven or unsteady surfaces aboard a moving train
- Time spent in and around active railroad yard
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