Live Event Production Operations Lead

K-LOVE; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

K-LOVE in Franklin, TN seeks a Production Operations Manager to oversee the K-LOVE Center and major live events. You will manage production teams, coordinate sound, lighting, and video, and ensure flawless rehearsals and performances.

Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years in venue tech or production management required. Strong project management, budgeting and client liaison skills expected; willingness to travel and work evenings plus weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or combination of education/training with relevant experience.
• 5-10 years of experience in venue tech director or production management.
• Strong knowledge of audio, video, lighting systems and live production fundamentals.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage budgets and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production and technical operations to ensure efficient workflows and high-quality outputs.
• Manage load-in, soundcheck, rehearsal, and load-out processes for events.
• Oversee production budgets, invoices, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Serve as primary production liaison with artists, tour managers, and clients.
• Collaborate across ministry departments to align with the K-LOVE Center needs.

Skills

Venue management

Production coordination

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MA lighting

L-Acoustics

NDI

Tricaster

Vantis rigging

Job description

K-LOVE in Franklin, TN seeks a Production Operations Manager to oversee the K-LOVE Center and major live events. You will manage production teams, coordinate sound, lighting, and video, and ensure flawless rehearsals and performances.

Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years in venue tech or production management required. Strong project management, budgeting and client liaison skills expected; willingness to travel and work evenings plus weekends.