Technical Production Manager (Venue) - Live Events

ShowPro Inc.
Los Angeles, CA

Job Overview

ShowPro is looking for a Technical Project Manager to lead production of live events from concept to completion. This role is a full-time position at one of ShowPro’s premier venue partnership locations in Century City. This public-facing venue attracts brands and studios of all sizes looking to activate experiential live events in multiple event spaces. 


The primary responsibility of this role is ensuring all technical elements — including audio, video, lighting, staging, and rigging — are delivered on time and within budget. You will be responsible for collaborating with both the ShowPro team and the venue sales/operations team during pre-production, production, and close out of events. 


You will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, vendors, and production crews to bring world-class live experiences to life.


Key Responsibilities

●     Oversee all phases of live event technical production — from pre-production planning through onsite execution and post-event wrap.

●     Develop and manage budgets, production schedules, and technical details of various types of events.

●     Coordinate AV, lighting, scenic, staging, rigging, and power with internal teams and third-party vendors.

●     Serve as primary point of contact for technical crews, clients, and venue personnel during planning and onsite operations.

●     Lead production meetings and site visits; provide technical guidance during creative planning.

●     Manage freelance and in-house technical teams.


Qualifications

●   Experience in technical production management

●     Proven track record managing live events with complex technical requirements

●     Deep understanding of AV, lighting, staging, and rigging systems

●    Organization is a crucial skill for this position, requiring a command of Excel/spreadsheets/project management tools

●     Experience with Vectorworks

●     Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

●     Ability to remain calm under pressure and solve problems in real time

●     Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. This position is typically at the venue 4 days per week. 

●     Background in live entertainment, experiential marketing, and corporate events

●     Familiarity with other industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Excel, PowerPoint and Keynote)


Salary + Benefits

●   $120-150k salary range

●     Benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, and more.