What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Show Site Operations position at Freeman Company?
About Us
The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Manager of Show Site Operations will be responsible for managing and supervising the work of the Creative Services Manager, and Labor Coordinators.
This position will support our Audio Visual & Event Services team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week based out of Orlando, FL.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Actively participate in hiring, firing, coaching, and reviewing all members of show site operations.
- Coordinate between show-site and warehouse operations to ensure quality of service and to build efficiencies and team work
- Create, follow, and enforce company guidelines relating to company policy, show site operations and safety
- Responsible for coordinating with Freeman - AV sales and operations to successfull prepare, produce and return shows
- Regional resource on venue information including but not limited to load in and load out paths, venue exclusives and work rules
- Assist warehouse personnel in determining quality and usefulness of equipment
- Develop and foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required
- Four (4) years on site event management experience required
- Four (4) years of supervisory or management experience required
- Wide knowledge base in Audio, Lighting, Video, and Set Systems
- Must effectively manage time and resources
- Must be able to work on multiple projects at the same time
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent customer service skills
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life, Accident and Disability
- Retirement with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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