Upwork is Hiring a Production Manager for Live Events Near Los Angeles, CA
Job DescriptionAs a Production Manager for live events , you will advise on developing work streams for live event production budget systems, cost tracking, and financial analysis. You will advise, collaborate, and build with various teams to ensure successful work system development and deployment.Work closely with the Product Owner and Manager on production stakeholder and subject matter expert engagementData Entry for critical production dataUser Acceptance testingTraining of the TrainersWork with Production teams and partners to elicit requirementsServe as liaison between production finance teams and 3rd party development partners to ensure requirements are ingested adequately for developmentCollaborate with the technical writer on documentation requirement manuals, guidesQualifications:Qualifications5 years experience working in a production finance role in live events, scripted television, and touring music concerts.Strong understanding of production finance, budgeting, and cost-tracking processes for live events, ideally including broadcast elementsDeep proficiency in production accounting software and ERP systems not limited to:Cast & Crew / CAPS SuitesDPO Studio Start Entertainment Partners Suites Movie Magic Smart Accounting Smart PO SmartStart SmartTimePcard- SystemGoogle WorkspaceMicrosoft 365Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Please note: Candidates must have experience with at least some if not all of the software suites mentioned.Additional InformationHybrid role (Los Angeles, CA)6 months contract with the possibility of an extensionSchedule: 30-40hrs/week during PST business hoursQualifications* 5 years experience working in a production finance role in live events, scripted television, and touring music concerts.* Strong understanding of production finance, budgeting, and cost-tracking processes for live events, ideally including broadcast elements* Deep proficiency in production accounting software and ERP systems not limited to:Cast & Crew / CAPS SuitesDPO Studio Start Entertainment Partners Suites Movie Magic Smart Accounting Smart PO SmartStart SmartTime* Pcard- System* Google Workspace* Microsoft 365* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.* Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Please note: Candidates must have experience with at least some if not all of the **software suites** mentioned.Additional Information* Hybrid role (Los Angeles, CA)* 6 months contract with the possibility of an extension* Schedule: 30-40hrs/week during PST business hours#J-18808-Ljbffr