Explore St. Louis · 1 day ago
Director of Production & Labor
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expExplore St. Louis is the sales and marketing organization responsible for promoting St. Louis as a convention and leisure travel destination. The Director of Production & Labor will utilize their expertise in live production systems to manage technical crews, oversee event production, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Supervise, manage and train direct reports
Oversee Dome Production and Operations staff for events
Review production plans for potential clients and contractors to ensure successful execution of events
Coordinate production orders with in-house departments of Explore St. Louis
Organize the operation and maintenance of the Stadium video system, Daktronics system, and audio equipment (including turnaround with select operators)
Respond to queries from potential customers regarding production requirements
Coordinate manpower requirements with applicable unions
Serve as the primary contact regarding events in the Ferrara Theatre
Monitor audio and visual rigging in the facility ballroom, meeting rooms and exhibit halls
Maintain effective working relationships with production unions. Serve as the primary building contact for all production requirements
Serve as a liaison between Convention, Trade Show Management and Labor
Stay informed on industry trends pertaining to labor regulations
Evolve with technological advances and best practices to stay on the leading edge of technology
Provide follow-up to management regarding continual aspects of exhibitor labor challenges or concerns
Collaborate with the Explore St. Louis sales team to answer Labor-related questions and support sales efforts for booking events in the building complex
Work with the VP-Operations regarding in-house trade union agreements
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Travel as required and work a flexible schedule as necessary to include nights, weekends and holidays
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 5 to 7 years' related experience and/or training
Strong understanding of A/V technologies and systems
Experience with installing, maintaining and troubleshooting sound and video equipment
Strong attention to detail with effective multi-tasking and organizational skills
Effective client communication and rapid troubleshooting under pressure
Experience with the convention industry, audio visual unions, sports stadiums and event production
Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from a variety of diverse backgrounds
Ability to perform calmly, professionally and efficiently under tight timelines
Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, industry colleagues and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment
Adherence to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and ethics; maintaining clear, respectful communication with clients and staff
Demonstrated leadership and technical oversight of large production crews
Team-oriented approach
Ability to successfully lead, train, develop and build a unified and skilled team across all areas of production
Strong technical, multi-tasking and organizational skills plus the ability to establish active communication and professionally engage with team members + clients
Effective problem-solving and customer service skills with a commitment to excellence
Excellent presentation, troubleshooting and decision-making skills
Preferred
Knowledge of Daktronics and digital message systems
Familiarity and knowledge of the convention and event/hospitality industry
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
Pension
Paid holidays
PTO
Company
Explore St. Louis
Explore St. Louis professional staff includes the marketing, sales, services, and convention center staff all under one roof.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Dean
President & Chief Executive Officer
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