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Job Title: Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure – Assistant Local Production Manager
Division/Department: Rail Events Productions (REP)/Management
Reports To: Local Production Manager
Type of position: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Employee Classification: Seasonal
Compensation: $26.50/ hour
Job Summary
The Local Production Manager assists and works under the guidance and direction of the REP Director of Production, the REP Production Manager, the REP Associate Production Manager, and the Local Production Manager. They are an integral member of the REP team and work with the Local Production Manager on the oversight and management of all technical and operational aspects of their local event including cast, crew, staff, as well as communications with train operations and other third-party contractors. They share in the supervision of the day-to-day operations of the event alongside the Local Production Manager, Local Stage Managers and Local Front of House/Business Manager. They are also required to be knowledgeable about REP policies and procedures as well as REP-owned assets and equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work with the Director of Production and REP Production Managers during pre-production and take responsibility of day-to-day operations during the event in cooperation with the Front-of-House/Business Manager and Stage Managers and under the direction of REP staff
Assist in recruiting of local crew for load-in, load-out, and run crew
Help source and organize materials and services with local vendors and contractors
Assist with planning logistics and oversee the load-out under the guidance of the REP staff
Supervise and manage local crew and staff including lighting, audio, props, décor, wardrobe, and video departments
Serve as liaison between Rail Events Productions and local railroad management
Work closely with the production staff during the entirety of the preproduction process
Serve as a customer service manager when the need arises
Become familiar with railroad safety rules and oversee the event staff’s adherence to safety
Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and passengers
Become knowledgeable with all REP policies and procedures as well as the REP-owned assets and equipment
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Experience with general or production or stage management and managing special events
Experience and ability with problem solving and leading a large team in a live show setting
Ability to work alongside and serve as a leader for the event staff
Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues
Possess a well-spoken manner in personal communications
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form
Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams that can include seasonal employees and interns
Practical experience interpreting technical drawings
Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as production schedules may dictate
Ability and willingness to support and bolster AHR’s EOE policies
Be physically capable of lifting heavy objects
Must be 18 or over
Work Environment
Fast-paced work environment
Varying temperatures and weather conditions; both indoor and outdoor
Frequent long intervals of walking, standing, bending, and lifting
Evening, weekend work and some holidays
Able to stand and walk on uneven or unsteady surfaces aboard a moving train
Time spent in and around active railroad yard(s)
What’s in it for you
Serve others and create a world of make believe and magic
Great industry pay and a chance to build upon your theater network and make lifelong connections
Enrich and positively impact the experience for all – big and small
Be part of an inclusive team in a supportive environment with high expectations for self and your fellow teammates
Working on Harry PotterTM: A Hogwarts Express Adventure is unlike anything you will ever do. This interactive and celebratory experience is a unique Rail Events production. The challenge of producing a full-length production on a moving train is one of the most rewarding experiences as an artist or technician. With a total cast and crew of 40-50 people onsite every day and the possibility of over 2,000 guests, our days can be fast paced but rewarding and fun. With such a fast-paced environment, the team at Rail Events Productions takes care to properly support and teach everyone the best ways to accomplish their jobs. We strive to build a space where employees are safe and encouraged to grow throughout their time with the company.
Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
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