Production Manager - Newport Music Hall

AEG Worldwide•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Production Manager advances all event details for shows at Newport Music Hall and leads the production team in executing each show according to agreed contract terms. The role ensures that performer and show needs are met while tracking and controlling production expenses within budget. It serves as the liaison between the venue and artists, coordinates production logistics and staffing, and may oversee show settlement and closeout. The position may also support production management and logistics at other locations, venues, or projects as directed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
4–6 years of related work experience.
Experience interpreting event contracts and developing accurate production budgets.
Working knowledge of the technical aspects of concert production.
Ability to solve logistical and technical problems involving staging, lighting, and sound.
Ability to create and maintain event budgets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn required business systems.
Previous management experience, with an emphasis on resolution management.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the music industry.

Responsibilities

Liaise between the venue and artists to ensure production needs are met and contractual requirements are followed.
Work with the talent buyer and artist to develop tour schedules, build offers, and create show budgets.
Coordinate with the venue to confirm operational readiness and address show needs.
Resolve production issues that arise during any point in the show timeline.
Build and maintain relationships with artists, tour crews, artist management, venues, and other personnel to support communication and successful show execution.
Develop show budgets, track expenses, and keep spending within approved limits.
Oversee show load-in and load-out for artists, vendors, and other applicable parties.
Manage production crew, coordinate arrangements with local labor vendors, create crew schedules, resolve employee relations situations and conflicts, and review, approve, and submit production staff payroll.
May settle shows after they conclude and ensure artists and the venue are paid appropriately.
Close out shows and submit relevant information to accounting.
May hire local labor and arrange rentals and other show needs.
May manage production and logistics at other locations, venues, or projects as directed.