The Production Manager is responsible for client liaison, production coordination and allocation of all technical resources to ensure the timely and on-budget delivery of allocated projects. In addition to fulfilling the role of Production Manager, this role works closely with all Brisbane Powerhouse internal departments to provide event and logistics support for productions, events, functions and exhibitions commissioned, produced or co-produced by Brisbane Powerhouse.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Coordinate, manage and implement all venue specific technical, logistical and operational requirements for productions, events and exhibitions commissioned, produced or co-produced by BrisbanePowerhouse
- Produce and manage production schedules, develop project timelines and be responsible for thecontinued review and updating of these project and performanceschedules
- Provide technical advice within agreed budgets developed or overseen by the Senior ProductionManager
- Assist independent companies and clients to develop documentation such as technical information, schedules and risk assessments, ensuring those risk assessments accurately cover all the risks andhazards within theirproduction
- Coordinate and oversee casual crew to ensure staff remain customer focused with attention to detailand delivery
- Liaise with, production manage for and provide information relevant to other BrisbanePowerhouse departments including Functions, Programming, Marketing, Finance and BoxOffice
- In conjunction with the Senior Production Manager and other staff, assist in building and maintaining an efficient,skilledandmotivatedcasualstaffbasetofulfillBrisbanePowerhouse’sproductionrequirements
- Ensure a safe and efficient venue for all staff, casual crew, theatrical and event clients, patronsand members of the public visiting Brisbane Powerhouse
- Other duties and tasks as directed by the Senior Production Manager in line with competencies andactivities associated with any of the above processes
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
- Extensive theatrical and venue production technical experience within a performing arts center, major festival or entertainment venue (minimum of five years relevant experience required), and knowledge of its unique production opportunities andchallenges
- Ability to develop, implement and manage production and technical processes and budgets within budget and resourceconstraints
- High level organisation and planning skills with the ability manage priorities in a high- pressureenvironment
- Excellent interpersonal, computer, oral and written communicationskills
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, contribute ideas and demonstrate initiative andflexibility
- The ability to work collaboratively and provide support within a busy teamenvironment
Desirable
- Working at Heights
- FORK LIFT TICKET
- DIR Grantry Crane Operators TICKET
- DIR INTERMEDIATE RIGGERS TICKET
- DIR FORKLIFT TICKET
- DIR ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM TICKET TO 11M OR MORE
POLICIES AND WORKPLACE PRACTICES
All Brisbane Powerhouse employees are required to acquaint themselves with the organisation’s policies and procedures and to abide by them at all times. It is expected employees will:
- Uphold the Brisbane Powerhouse values
- Act collaboratively with all colleagues.
- Be respectful towards the organisation, colleagues, clients and general public.
- Act in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
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