Live Event Production Lead — Polar Express

Rail Events Productions Inc; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comp tickets for friends/family

Catered meals on show days

End-of-season bonus potential

Job summary

Rail Events Productions Inc in Perris, CA is seeking a Local Production Manager to supervise all technical and operational aspects of THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride at the local event. You will lead a crew, recruit local staff, manage schedules and budgets, and liaise with on-site management to ensure safety and exceptional guest service under REP leadership.

This exempt/salary role requires strong live-event experience, problem-solving, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with production or stage management in live events.
• Experience leading a large on-site team during events.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under tight timelines.
• Excellent oral and written communication with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all technical and operational aspects of the local Polar Express event.
• Lead recruiting of local crew for load in/out and run crew.
• Create and manage staff schedules; source materials and services with local vendors.
• Monitor budgets and expenses; supervise lighting, audio, props, and other departments.
• Liaise with on-site management to ensure smooth operations and guest experience.

Skills

Production management

Stage management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Event planning

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Evening/weekend flexibility

Job description

Rail Events Productions Inc in Perris, CA is seeking a Local Production Manager to supervise all technical and operational aspects of THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride at the local event. You will lead a crew, recruit local staff, manage schedules and budgets, and liaise with on-site management to ensure safety and exceptional guest service under REP leadership.

This exempt/salary role requires strong live-event experience, problem-solving, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.