What are the responsibilities and job description for the REP Local Production Manager - Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure position at RAIL EVENTS PRODUCTIONS INC?
Job Title: Local Production Manager - Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure
Division/Department: Rail Events Productions (REP)/Management
Reports To: Director of Production & Production Manager
Type of position: Exempt/Salary
Employee Classification: Seasonal
Compensation: $1,450/weekly
Job Summary
The Local Production Manager assists and works under the guidance and direction of the REP Director of Production, the REP Production Manager, and the REP Associate Production Manager and act as an integral member of the local REP team. The position is responsible for overseeing and managing all technical and operational aspects of their local event including cast, crew, staff, as well as communications with on-site management and other third-party contractors.
Duties and Responsibilities Include
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 other on-site management
Responsible for and a key team member in the preproduction work leading up to the opening of the event, the operation of the event, and the closing of the event
Recruit local crew for load-in, load-out, and run crew of the local event
Help source and organize materials and services with local vendors and contractors
Assist with maintaining prepared budgets and tracking expenses
Create and manage operator schedules
Plan 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 on-site management
Work closely with the production staff during the preproduction process
Serve as a customer service manager when the need arises
Become familiar with organization 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 of 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 and weekend work
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 holiday 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.
Salary : $1,450