Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at building exciting and unforgettable displays? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture as well as creating memorable experiences. Is this you? Read on...
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Throughout our 20-year history, Insomniac has produced almost 400 festivals, concerts and club nights for over 4 million attendees in California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New York, Texas, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, with expansions into Brazil, Japan and India. Insomniac's premier annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the largest multi-day music festival in North America, and attracted more than 400,000 fans over three days in May 2019. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella, and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
The Site Experience Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the success of the event productions by performing the technical and physical aspects related to show production.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Defining the project and creating Project Plan
Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management
Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
Create task lists and deliverables with their targeted completion and assigned owner
Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, staffing etc) required to complete the project
Determine what the technical requirements for the project include ie power, lighting, audio
Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
Staffing the project
In consultation with the director, schedule staff with appropriate skills for the project activities
Manage project staff onsite at warehouse and at festival grounds
Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project scope and plan for completion
Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate or required
Implement the project
Execute the project according to the project plan
Develop forms and records to document project activities and targeted goals along the project timeline
Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project
Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
Control the project
Write reports on the project for management and executives.
Monitor budgeted project expenditures
Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures or responsibilities set forth by senior management
Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date and accessible
Personal skills
Ability to adapt to change.
College Degree, preferable.
Excellent communication skills.
Good team spirit;
Open-mindedness.
Knowledge of heavy equipment, operation, with appropriated certification.
Excellent Computer skills: knowledge of CAD, PDF, Adobe, Google Sheets, MS Office.
Provide own laptop and cell phone.
Two plus years of touring experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
1+ years minimum festival or concert tour experience
Must possess valid and current driver license
Must possess valid and current U.S. passport
Must possess valid and current credit card for hotel incidentals
Ability to operate equipment such as forklift, boom lift, scissor lift etc.
Ability to use hand tools, saws, etc.
Knowledge in basic lighting
Must be highly motivated and possess superior interpersonal communication skills
Working knowledge of web and mobile technologies as well as two-way radio
Must possess working mobile device, preferably smart phone
Position requires constant walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 75lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
May work in drastic temperature climates
Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours and travel to events, as required, to meet deadlines
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYInsomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
About Us
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to WorkR and named one of People Magazine's top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.
We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones' music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.
