The Live Event Production Sr. Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of live events, experiential activations, festivals, and brand experiences. This role manages production timelines, vendor coordination, onsite execution, staffing, budgets, and client communication to ensure events are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of live event production from pre‑production, through onsite execution, and strike.
Manage production schedules, logistics, labor, and vendor coordination.
Lead onsite crews including production assistants, stagehands, freelancers, and technical teams.
Coordinate fabrication, scenic, AV, lighting, power, rigging, and installation requirements.
Ensure compliance with venue regulations, safety standards, and permitting requirements.
Partner with internal teams, clients, agencies, and festival stakeholders throughout planning and execution.
Track budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and production expenses.
Conduct site visits, production meetings, and run‑of‑show reviews.
Troubleshoot onsite challenges and provide quick solutions in high‑pressure environments.
Maintain detailed production documentation including schedules, staffing plans, and vendor contacts.
Support load‑in/load‑out operations and inventory management.
Ensure high‑quality execution while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

4‑7+ years of experience in live event production, experiential marketing, festivals, or entertainment production.
Strong understanding of event logistics, staging, AV, scenic fabrication, and production operations.
Experience managing crews, vendors, and multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project management software.
Ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments and solve problems quickly onsite.
Up to 60% travel can be required.

Preferred Experiences

Festival and large‑scale event production experience.
Brand activation and experiential marketing background.
Knowledge of union labor coordination and venue operations.
Event safety training.
Experience with budgeting and client‑facing presentations.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods during event operations.
Ability to lift and move production materials when necessary.
Comfortable working outdoors and in varying event environments.

Key Skills

Event Operations
Production Management
Vendor Coordination
Budget Tracking
Team Leadership
Client Relations
Logistics Planning
Problem Solving
Time Management
Onsite Event Execution

160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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