Production Manager - Events

Siteline Productions is an integrated experience design and production company specializing in live broadcast productions, virtual events, exhibits, attractions, and corporate environments. We bring together creativity and operational excellence to deliver unforgettable experiences for audiences worldwide.

The Production Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of live, virtual, and hybrid events. This role requires a detail-oriented leader who can manage budgets, schedules, crews, vendors, and on-site operations while ensuring creative and technical visions are delivered seamlessly. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, communicates effectively across teams, and has a deep understanding of event production workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Manage and maintain project scope, task timeline, operating budget, required staff/resources, and overall quality of the resulting deliverables.
• Accountable for the quality and financial success of all project deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers, creative leads, and clients to align on project scope and requirements.
• Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of museum and trade show exhibits, overseeing technical production, multimedia content integration, cross-functional coordination, vendor management, installation, and on-site execution to ensure high-quality visitor and attendee experiences.

Vendor & Crew Coordination:

• Source, hire, and manage technical vendors, labor crews, and production staff.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with labor regulations (including IATSE and other unions where applicable).
• Source, establish, develop, and actively manage relationships with key vendors, providing the best available resources within budget and overall project success.

On-Site Management:

• Lead on-site production operations, including load-in, rehearsals, show calls, and load-out.
• Troubleshoot technical and logistical issues in real-time.

Technical Oversight:

• Work closely with technical directors, broadcast engineers, and scenic teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Review and approve CAD drawings, production schematics, and show documentation.

Budget & Financial Management:

• Track production costs, manage vendor invoices, and ensure projects remain on budget.
• Provide cost-saving recommendations without compromising quality.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire marshal, venue, and local safety regulations.
• Manage risk assessments and contingency planning.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Act as the central hub of communication between internal teams, clients, vendors, and talent.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in event production, preferably in live events, trade shows, esports, or broadcast environments.
• Strong knowledge of technical production (audio, video, lighting, scenic, staging).
• Experience managing union and non-union crews.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet) and familiarity with CAD drawings.
• Strong project management skills, including budget management, timelines, and project plans.
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in event management software, MS Office, and Google Suite
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to travel frequently and work long, irregular hours as required by event schedules.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in large-scale productions such as conventions, corporate events, or sports/esports tournaments.
• Familiarity with broadcast production workflows.
• Budget forecasting and financial management expertise.
• Strong vendor network and established industry relationships.
• AutoCAD proficiency.

Travel Required: Yes

Candidates should be based in Orange County, CA

Base Pay Range: $95,600 - $130,500

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package. (Health, Vision, Life, Dental, 401K)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and creative work environment.
• The chance to work on high-impact, high-visibility projects.

Siteline Productions is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you are a driven, results-oriented Production Manager with proven expertise in event production and logistics, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our growing team.