Production Manager at Solomon Page

Well known entertainment brand is seeking an experienced Production Manager to support large-scale, high-profile special events. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented production professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at balancing planning, logistics, budgeting, and onsite operations. The Production Manager will work closely with the Event Producer and cross-functional partners to ensure seamless execution from pre-production through load-out, providing both strategic support and hands-on leadership onsite.

• 9 month contract, FULL TIME hours
• ONSITE in Glendale, CA
• $39-44 per hour range
  
  
  

Responsibilities:


Production & Event Management

• Support overall event planning, logistics, scheduling, and onsite operations
• Assist with installation and deinstallation planning and execution
• Participate in space reviews and production walkthroughs to maintain full event knowledge
• Provide onsite operational support, including daily issue triage and coordination with area managers
• Serve as evening point of contact until all guests have exited the venue
  
  
  

Budget & Schedule Management

• Assist with event budget updates, estimates, invoice review, tracking actuals, and close-out documentation
• Prepare budget revisions and chargeback documentation as needed
• Track project schedules, follow up with teams on progress, and flag risks or changes
  
  
  

Vendor & Partner Coordination

• Communicate with internal teams, sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, and operational partners to ensure alignment
• Support exhibitor and production team needs by addressing questions and connecting stakeholders efficiently
• Assist with guest logistics and operational communications
  
  
  

Meetings & Planning

• Participate in production meetings, site visits, venue walkthroughs, and vendor meetings
• Support all-hands meetings, orientation planning, and presentation development
• Communicate status updates, risks, and next steps to the Event Producer
  
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain and update production schedules, budgets, and working files
• Distribute documentation as required and provide final files at event close
• Contribute to post-event reporting, after-action notes, and wrap-up meetings
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, Theater, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in event production, production management, or a similar role
• Strong experience managing budgets, estimates, invoicing, and reporting
• Working knowledge of technical event production (staging, video, audio, lighting)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership ability with experience guiding teams and vendors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive problem solver
• Comfortable making decisions in real time and adapting to changing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  
  
  

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.