Senior Live Events Production Lead

Ita-Group-Inc; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ITA Group in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Production Manager to translate client objectives into executable production plans, overseeing logistics, budgets, and on-site execution. The role collaborates with Producers, Technical Directors, Coordinators, and Creative teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of events, with regular on-site work in the South San Francisco Bay Area.

Candidates should have 5+ years in live events, strong vendor relations, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing production for large-scale live events.
• Experience overseeing event load-in and dismantle operations.
• Knowledge of scenic construction, electrical systems, lighting, AV, IT, and rigging.
• Experience managing union and non-union labor crews.
• Strong understanding of event safety standards and operational best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under aggressive timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage scenic, exhibit, and environmental production elements.
• Oversee on-site labor for installation, show operation, and dismantle.
• Coordinate freight logistics, including shipping schedules and load-in/out plans.
• Develop and manage detailed production schedules with the Technical Director.
• Coordinate power, lighting, audiovisual, IT, rigging, and heavy equipment requirements.
• Collaborate with Producers to manage budget line items and forecast costs.
• Source, negotiate, and manage vendors and contracts.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and reports.

Skills

Event production

Budget management

Vendor management

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Tools

CAD

Production management software

Budgeting tools

Scheduling platforms

Job description

ITA Group in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Production Manager to translate client objectives into executable production plans, overseeing logistics, budgets, and on-site execution. The role collaborates with Producers, Technical Directors, Coordinators, and Creative teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of events, with regular on-site work in the South San Francisco Bay Area.

Candidates should have 5+ years in live events, strong vendor relations, and the ability to manage multiple