Production Stage Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Production, the Manager, Production is an integral part of the Event Center Entertainment Department. The candidate selected for this role holds primary responsibility by ensuring that all technical requirements are met at both on-site and off-site events, in addition to actively managing the Audio, Visual and Lighting technicians as well as the crew staff and flawlessly execute enterprise events. This position must be forward thinking and have outstanding organizational skills to execute the large volume of events forecasted every year.
The Manager, Production also champions the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribes vision, mission and values.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Must possess strong leadership and team building skills.

• Must possess experience in managing complex projects inclusive of the production advance and execution process.

• Preferred experience working directly with advanced production equipment including L-Acoustics K2 speaker package, Grand Ma3 lighting console, and LED imaging systems.

• Troubleshooting skills with sound and lighting systems, including Intelligent Lighting and Show Control Systems, is necessary.

• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, blueprints, and stage plots.

• Experience in supervising audio, lighting and video techs, stagehands, and riggers.

• Understanding of preventative and stage maintenance best practices.

• Intermediate level of proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.

• Working knowledge in preparing budgets and monitoring expenses is required.

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.

• Analytical in his or her approach to problem solving with an emphasis on managing within a team environment, focusing on results.

• Must be able to work a variety of hours, including weekends and holidays.

• Strong leadership and people management skills required with good motivational and collaboration emphasis; communicates change effectively, overcomes resistance and builds commitment.

• Ability to delegate, multi-task, lead and prioritize effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

• Must maintain a strict level of confidentiality and act in a manner consistent with all legal and regulatory requirements and in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Must be personable and professional, capable of using caution and discretion in communication.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Professional certification in Audio Visual technology or related courses is preferred.

• Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS - ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primary work environment is in a live entertainment setting within a resort and casino inclusive of both indoor and outdoor environments.

• The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions such as rain, wind, cold and hot climates.

• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.

• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

• Strength sufficient to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally.

• Sedentary work: involves standing most of the time and may sit at times. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.

• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.

• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.

• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.

• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.

• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.

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