Job Description
Well known entertainment brand is seeking an experienced Production Manager to support large-scale, high-profile special events. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented production professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at balancing planning, logistics, budgeting, and onsite operations. The Production Manager will work closely with the Event Producer and cross-functional partners to ensure seamless execution from pre-production through load-out, providing both strategic support and hands-on leadership onsite.
- 9 month contract, FULL TIME hours
- ONSITE in Glendale, CA
- $39-44 per hour range
Responsibilities: Production & Event Management - Support overall event planning, logistics, scheduling, and onsite operations
- Assist with installation and deinstallation planning and execution
- Participate in space reviews and production walkthroughs to maintain full event knowledge
- Provide onsite operational support, including daily issue triage and coordination with area managers
- Serve as evening point of contact until all guests have exited the venue
Budget & Schedule Management - Assist with event budget updates, estimates, invoice review, tracking actuals, and close-out documentation
- Prepare budget revisions and chargeback documentation as needed
- Track project schedules, follow up with teams on progress, and flag risks or changes
Vendor & Partner Coordination - Communicate with internal teams, sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, and operational partners to ensure alignment
- Support exhibitor and production team needs by addressing questions and connecting stakeholders efficiently
- Assist with guest logistics and operational communications
Meetings & Planning - Participate in production meetings, site visits, venue walkthroughs, and vendor meetings
- Support all-hands meetings, orientation planning, and presentation development
- Communicate status updates, risks, and next steps to the Event Producer
Documentation & Reporting - Maintain and update production schedules, budgets, and working files
- Distribute documentation as required and provide final files at event close
- Contribute to post-event reporting, after-action notes, and wrap-up meetings
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, Theater, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in event production, production management, or a similar role
- Strong experience managing budgets, estimates, invoicing, and reporting
- Working knowledge of technical event production (staging, video, audio, lighting)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven leadership ability with experience guiding teams and vendors
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive problem solver
- Comfortable making decisions in real time and adapting to changing priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon Page Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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