Production Manager

Production Manager

White Oak Music Hall | Houston, TX
Full-time, salaried | $65,000–$85,000 per year
Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

About the Role

White Oak Music Hall is seeking a charismatic, organized, and versatile Production Manager to lead production for live concerts and special events. You’ll work with touring artists, technical crews, and venue teams to ensure every show runs smoothly, from advance planning and load-in through performance, load-out, and settlement.

The ideal candidate brings meticulous attention to detail, an enthusiastic personality, and a passion for live music and accommodating the needs of touring artists. You’ll oversee the technical and logistical elements that create an exceptional experience for both artists and audiences.

What You’ll Do

Manage show planning and execution

• Oversee show advances and all aspects of concert and event production.
• Represent White Oak Music Hall as the production and event manager for all shows.
• Develop production schedules and timelines covering load-in, soundchecks, performances, and load-out.
• Maintain venue specification sheets, reference materials, show systems, templates, and production tools.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures for the Production Department.

Oversee budgets, suppliers, and show accounting

• Develop and oversee production budgets and manage venue production costs.
• Generate budgets and pricing for artists and special events developed by the Talent Buying and Private Events teams.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate production- and show-related agreements.
• Deliver productions within vetted and agreed-upon budgets.
• Assist with the accounting close of shows, including artist pre-settlement and settlement oversight, venue settlement, and show accounting reconciliation.

Lead technical staff and maintain equipment

• Recruit, hire, and supervise sound engineers, lighting technicians, stagehands, and stage managers.
• Coordinate with in-house and external technical teams to ensure equipment is maintained, tested, and working properly for all events.
• Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise.
• Coordinate regularly scheduled maintenance and cleaning of venue-owned equipment.

Collaborate across venue departments

• Assist Marketing with on-site fan and partnership initiatives, including media support, fan initiatives, and social media interactions.
• Assist Sponsorship with tour and show partnership initiatives, including staffing support, show activations, logistics, and artist relations.
• Assist Ticketing with venue ticketing setups that support the best fan experience, including site holds, production holds, and artist allocations.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, identify areas for improvement, and implement changes as needed.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings with venue department heads and the StageRight executive team as needed.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Show production and settlement experience at clubs, theaters, and arenas.
• Festival production and artist touring experience.
• Familiarity with Ticketmaster audits.
• Experience with data entry and Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
• Basic health and safety training.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle complex functions and transactions, including priority accounts and work requiring a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems related to data entry procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and work toward shared goals.
• A self-starting, motivated approach, with the ability to work creatively and independently.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• A desire to discover new music and become acquainted with our artists and fans.
• Passion for what you do and how you do it.

General Expectations

• Follow company policies, Employee Handbook requirements, and safety guidelines, and set a positive example through your actions and interactions.
• Participate in emergency management procedures and know where to find the appropriate response plans.
• Uphold White Oak’s mission, attributes, core values, and standards for the fan experience.
• Adhere to the Policy on Ethical Conduct and promptly report violations or incidents of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
• Perform responsibilities effectively and efficiently, suggest improvements, and complete other duties as assigned and agreed upon with the company.

Compensation

Annual salary: $65,000–$85,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

White Oak Music Hall is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and consider qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person