Lighting Head (Production Operations Manager)

Flyspace Productions is a full service, woman owned event management and production company headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. We are responsible for producing more than a dozen annual festivals, many private and corporate events and parties, and hundreds of AV supported events.

Our team is expanding and we are seeking an Production Operations Manager to join our ranks and lead the lighting team. This person will report to the Director of Production and will be responsible for properly supporting shows and projects with appropriate equipment, planning and communicating on-site implementation, managing inventory in collaboration with the warehouse team, and ensuring that our technicians continue to be trained and kept updated on industry trends. This role is a full-time, exempt position with an anticipated salary range of $50,000-$65,000, but may be adjusted commensurate with experience or skillset. 

Job Responsibilities include:

• Responsibility for the technical planning of shows that utilize theatrical lighting, power generation, and electrical equipment and ensure that shows are properly planned with appropriate gear and staff, including attending meetings and site visits as necessary, advancing as needed, and coordinating with planners and operations.
• Providing on-site oversight of technically complex shows when necessary to ensure they are properly executed as planned
• Create necessary show paperwork and communications to effectively share information and plans with team members through the planning process and on-site
• Resolve any gear availability conflicts in the most cost efficient manner possible and maintain positive relationships with partners, vendors, and subcontractors
• Maintain an accurate inventory in our rental inventory software, Flex, including available equipment, pricing, and costs. 
• Manage and coordinate the use of inventory and oversee the repairs, maintenance, and upgrading of gear
• Ensure technicians are adequately trained (including on specific gear, industry standards, and company policy/procedure) and kept informed on new industry developments.
• Coordinate with the warehouse and communicate with project managers and account reps to support shows
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and cultivate new business whenever possible
• Provide support and insight into the development and implementation of new process and procedure and ensure that you and your direct reports are trained and follow the structures that are established
• Ensure proper safety measures are documented, trained, and followed
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in theater, events, concerts, or other production background and the ability to communicate effectively about the intricacies of event av production and the unique workflow involved
• 2+ years of experience working as an events or theatrical Master Electrician
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role
• Familiarity with theatrical lighting, including Chauvet fixtures, and ability to operate and program lighting consoles including moving lights
• Familiarity with portable power generation and distribution and electrics
• Knowledge of and ability to follow industry standards for safely installing and operating theatrical lights and portable power
• Ability to produce show paperwork including use of Vectorworks, Google Suite, Flex Rental Solutions, and others, or the desire and ability to learn these systems
• Ability to proactively communicate with senior stakeholders and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to multitask and work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Ability to establish rapport with crew members primarily using digital communication
• Understanding of the creative process and the ability to work closely with colleagues diplomatically and professionally
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays and long hours on site from time to time
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US for this employer

This position provides for a competitive pay range that is commensurate with experience.

This job description is representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is a summary of duties, which you as an employee are expected to perform in your assignment. It is by no means a comprehensive or all-inclusive list, rather a broad guide to expected duties. As an employee you must understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of management, any employee may be asked to perform additional duties, responsibilities, or projects without notice. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Flyspace Productions strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Flyspace Productions recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Flyspace Productions may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.