Production Manager (Live Events)
26 days ago
Emeryville
Job Description Type: Independent Contractor (IC) Location: Emeryville, CA (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote) Compensation: $650 - $750/day About Hartmann Studios Hartmann Studios is a full-service, employee-owned event strategy, design, and production company with offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, Atlanta, and West Des Moines, IA. We bring bold ideas to life through immersive, high-impact events for top-tier clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and love seeing your work come to life on a grand stage, we want to hear from you! ???? The Role: Event Production Manager We’re seeking an Event Production Manager to join our dynamic team on a contract basis. You’ll be at the heart of the action - collaborating with producers, designers, and vendors to bring custom event elements to life. From concept to execution, you’ll ensure every detail is aligned, on budget, and ready to wow. This role is based in our Emeryville, CA office and includes some travel in the Northern California area. ????️ What You’ll Do • Translate approved client concepts into executable production plans, • Collaborate with designers to develop build/shop drawings, • Source pricing and manage budgets for custom elements, • Coordinate with internal teams and vendors throughout pre-production, • Oversee fabrication and installation of custom fixtures, displays, and vignettes, • Plan and manage on-site logistics: labor, rigging, power, IT, and more, • Maintain clear communication with client merchandising teams, • Experience managing large-scale trade shows or live events, • Familiarity with in-shop fabrication or carpentry (a plus!), • Strong knowledge of AV, lighting, IT, and construction basics, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat, • CAD experience (a bonus, but not required), • Excellent organizational and leadership skills, • A collaborative, can-do attitude and the ability to thrive under pressure At Hartmann Studios, you’ll be part of a passionate team that creates unforgettable experiences. This is your chance to work on a high-profile event, flex your creative and logistical muscles, and collaborate with some of the best in the business.