ITA Audio Visual Solutions · 10 hours ago
Production Manager- Audio Visual
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $750K/yrITA Audio Visual Solutions is a company focused on delivering high-quality audio-visual services. The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of products and services to clients, managing production staff, scheduling, logistics, and ensuring operational efficiency across live event productions.
Audio/Visual EquipmentDigital EntertainmentInformation TechnologySocial MediaVideo
Responsibilities
Interview, select, train, appraise, and coach production staff
Plan, assign, and direct the work of technicians and freelance labor
Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback
Address employee issues and disciplinary matters in coordination with management
Maintain standards of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork
Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules for full-time, part-time, and freelance staff
Coordinate staffing across live events, preparation and internal projects
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill coverage for all events
Maintain and manage the freelance labor roster, including onboarding, updates, and communication
Participate in pre-production planning and internal coordination
Review event scope, timelines, staffing requirements, and production needs
Read and interpret technical drawings and documentation for event execution
Identify potential challenges related to venues, access, labor requirements, and logistics
Prepare production-related quotes as required
Develop labor estimates and production cost inputs
Coordinate internally to ensure quotes accurately reflect execution requirements
Coordinate equipment movement, shipping, freight, and cross-rentals with warehouse and staff
Communicate with vendors and suppliers to secure required services and materials
Arrange travel and accommodations for staff
Review production-related expenses and documentation for accuracy
Oversee live event execution to ensure schedules, staffing, and resources are aligned
Support job leads and crews to ensure work is completed efficiently and to company standards
Monitor work in progress to maintain quality, safety, and professionalism
Address on-site issues immediately and adjust plans when required
Always maintaining clear and professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders at all times
Address client concerns related to production staff or event execution
Ensure production staff professionally represent ITA at all times
Follow up with clients as required to support successful outcomes
Maintain and review employee timecards and labor records
Ensure production-related paperwork and documentation are accurate and complete
Participate in the development and refinement of policies and procedures
Communicate regularly with management regarding staffing, scheduling, and operational needs
Qualification
Required
Prior management experience in live event production, entertainment, or a related field, with a strong working knowledge of production workflows
Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing schedules
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Strong customer service skills with direct client interaction
Stays current with industry trends, news, and emerging technologies, and applies relevant insights to improve processes and outcomes
Familiarity with production logistics, rental operations, and vendor coordination
Background in audio-visual production, technical theater, concerts, or corporate events
Bachelor's degree in a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience
Experience reading and creating technical drawings for event execution
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs unaided
Must be able to safely use ladders and work at heights as required
Must be able to see, feel and hear to company's standards
Must be insurable for driving and any other job related purposes
Must be able to operate equipment safely and without harm to self or others
Must be able to use keyboard and other equipment without assistance
Must be able to work in office, warehouse, and event environments
Must be able to attend site visits and live events
Must be able to drive a box truck up to 26 feet in length
Some travel is required
Availability outside normal business hours is required
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Preferred
Experience managing freelance labor pools
Experience reading and creating technical drawings for event execution
Company
ITA Audio Visual Solutions
ITA Audio Visual Solutions is an information technology company that offers audio, video and lighting equipment rental services.
Founded in 1982
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase