Production Manager - Job Description

Access Audio
160 Novner Drive • Cincinnati, OH 45215 • (513) 771-1500 • accessaudio.com

Position Title:
Production Manager

Department:
Production

Reports To:
Director of Production

FLSA Status:
Exempt (Salaried)

Location:
Access Audio – Cincinnati, OH

Position Summary

The Production Manager is an outward-facing role responsible for receiving projects, defining scope based on client needs, and utilizing company resources to execute events at the highest professional standard. While not responsible for technical system design, the Production Manager works closely with the Technical Departments who create event designs, then oversees execution with staffing provided by the Labor Coordinator. This role is client-facing and represents Access Audio in all interactions with professionalism and clarity. The Production Manager is expected to be a high-capacity individual capable of balancing multiple complex projects, with some overtime required during peak production periods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact during production planning and execution.
   
• Receive event projects and define scope in collaboration with clients.
   
• Work with Technical Departments to translate client requirements into technical system designs and deliverables.
   
• Oversee event execution, coordinating with Labor Coordinator on staffing.
   
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources for assigned events.
   
• Ensure effective communication across internal departments and with clients.
   
• Supervise on-site operations, maintaining professional standards and addressing client needs.
   
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly during pre-production and live events.
   
• Maintain clear, accurate project documentation and reporting.
   
• Represent Access Audio in a professional, client-facing capacity at all times.
   

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in live event production or project management.
   
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
   
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a high-capacity role.
   
• Willingness to work occasional overtime during peak event periods.
   
• Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, and other Google Workspace tools.
   
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
   
• Knowledge of live event production processes and logistics.
   
• Ability to travel and work on-site at events as required.
   

Physical Demands

• Combination of office and on-site event work.
   
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. during event setup or support as needed.
   

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, client-facing, team-oriented environment.
   
• Travel and on-site event work required.
   
• Flexible hours with some evenings, weekends, and overtime during event periods.