Production Manager

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lander University is seeking a Production Manager to ensure the successful running of all university and off-campus events. You will coordinate with full-time staff and supervise student workers in the Special Events office to ensure timely completion of work.

The ideal candidate will plan, coordinate, and lead small-scale events with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, be proactive and adaptable, and hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving history.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma with experience or education in event production.
• Ability to independently plan, coordinate, and lead small-scale events.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, adaptable, with initiative and sound judgment.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the successful running of all University and off-campus events.
• Coordinate with full-time staff and supervise student workers.
• Provide strong customer service and maintain professional conduct.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Theatrical lighting

Sound systems

Video presentation systems

Carpentry (theatrical)

Computer systems

Job description

The University’s Production Manager will ensure the successful running of all University and off campus events. Coordinates with full-time staff and supervises student workers of the Special Events office to ensure completion of work.

Must have a high school diploma, with experience or additional education in event production. Relevant experience may include professional employment, student employment, freelance work, or event production in school, church, or community settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently plan, coordinate, and lead small-scale events. Must have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Must be proactive, resourceful, and adaptable, with the ability to take initiative, manage competing priorities, and develop effective solutions to unfamiliar challenges.. Must have excellent skills in providing strong customer service and demonstrate sound judgement and ethical demeanor. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required.

Must have working knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound systems and video presentation systems. Skills in areas of theatrical carpentry, computer systems are needed. Must be able to handle event setups and be able to work evening and weekend hours. Ability to work well and in harmony with peers, subordinates, professional artists, faculty, staff, and students, by communicating effectively and using good judgment and initiative.