Production Manager - Audio Visual Live Events Job at Charisma Event Productions

Production Manager - Audio Visual Live Events

Charisma Event Productions is an audio, visual, lighting event production company known for delivering high-quality productions for conferences, concerts, and public events. We thrive on creativity, cutting‑edge technology, and seamless execution. We are a rapidly growing company making waves in the event industry, offering you the unique opportunity to step into a leadership role where your contributions will directly shape our growth and your own professional trajectory.

This full‑time Production Manager role is located in American Fork, UT. You will lead each stage of live event production—from client consultation and creative planning through load‑out—overseeing all technical and logistical components. As the primary technical and operational contact, you will work closely with company leadership, clients, and crews to deliver exceptional events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end‑to‑end production for live events, including budgeting, scheduling, vendor management, equipment planning, crew leadership, and on‑site execution.
• Lead technical production, applying broad AVL (audio, video, lighting) knowledge to direct technicians and operate gear as needed, with core competency in at least one area.
• Coordinate logistics and oversee warehouse activities, including inventory preparation, gear repairs, equipment storage and organization, vehicle loading/unloading, and post‑event wrap.
• Hire, schedule, and manage freelancers and vendors, negotiating rates, leading crews through setup, show execution, and strike.
• Set up and execute events independently for smaller shows or lead larger event teams.
• Manage equipment rentals and liaise with vendors to ensure timely delivery and returns.
• Maintain client communication including onsite visits, calls, email, and onsite interaction to ensure satisfaction, including event offboarding.
• Lead production meetings with management to align on upcoming events and crew assignments.
• Create or review event floor plans (Vectorworks/AutoCAD experience a plus).
• Develop and maintain production standards, ensuring consistency across events.
• Research and recommend equipment purchases to enhance production capabilities.
• Train and mentor team members and freelancers on equipment use, safety, and best practices, fostering a positive, solution‑driven culture.

Experience

• 3‑5+ years in event production management.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Live event audio, video, lighting, rigging, power.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of Vectorworks, Google Suite, and project management software.
• Client‑Facing Skills: Experience interacting with executives and senior‑level professionals.

Required Attributes & Qualifications

• You are a self‑less leader that leads with love and encouragement, always finding ways to help people become the best version of themselves. You are a positive, optimistic, and charismatic person.
• You absolutely love A/V and the live event industry and you thoroughly enjoy being on shows. When a new event is booked you’re stoked.
• Your mind is constantly thinking about what else could be done to make the event even better. You can’t help but share ideas with the team.
• You’re a team player that welcomes feedback, stays calm and level‑headed in stressful situations, and constantly wants to improve.
• Ability to work long and tiring hours with the typical event production schedule.
• 401k + Company Match
• Flexible Schedule
• Relocation stipend

Role is located in Utah. Warehouse based in American Fork Utah, with the ability to travel for events as needed. This is a hybrid position with a mix of remote, warehouse, and onsite work. The salary is dependent on your experience.

Thanks for your interest in Charisma Event Productions!

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Events Services

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