Motion Designer

Do you hate to be bored and love problem solving in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy tinkering and working with audio equipment? Do you have a background in production founded in hands-on events work? If so, we'd like to hear from you! We are currently hiring a part-time with potential for full-time Production & Warehouse Manager who has the drive to learn our business and take the reins. We are seeking an operations-savvy person who thrives in a fast paced environment and is looking for a new role in which to challenge themselves. This is the perfect position for a dynamic self-starter who is looking for a challenging position with an established company, is terrific at leading teams, and has no fear of jumping in to get a job done! Previous experience that may qualify you includes: SOUND TECHNICIAN/DISC JOCKEY or AUDIO ENGINEER MANAGER/STAGE MANAGER / EVENT or PERFORMANCE PRODUCTION / FESTIVAL MANAGEMENT. GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: Bring your many hats as you do it all in this operations management position for this large event production company. Run the seasonal audio production as you guide P/T employees, and organize equipment for multi-venue, concurring events, handle problems, logistics, operations, project management and foreman duties. Your management and logistical experience along with independent, high-energy personality will influence change and enhance procedure – here is your chance to carve your own niche in our company. You work directly during production with start-up employees – manage and motivate diverse staff and company assets in the most economical manner. Plan, organize, and control shift operations in accordance with guidelines established by production schedules. WHAT OUR EVENT COMPANY HAS TO OFFER: ~Fun and upbeat working environment ~Direct and open communication ~Extensive training and accelerated development ~Opportunities for personal and professional growth ~Competitive salary, based on experience and performance ~Motivating bonus structure EXPECTATIONS: ~Use of high level listening skills ~Clear and direct communication ~Balance a sense of urgency with a calm practicality ~Use of strong sense of logic with creative approach to problem solving ~Confident decision making ~Must demonstrate an enthusiastic and professional approach to all responsibilities ~Enjoy contributing to a team environment wherein creativity is paramount ~Be willing to accept responsibility for compliance with policy and procedure ~Goal oriented and driven by business' success ~Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills ~Exceptional attention to detail ~Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment ~Enjoys music and live entertainment ~Get along well with a variety of people ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ~Participate in team meetings and coordinating the production schedule and deliverables to ensure successful events ~Keeping senior management informed of project status and escalating issues when they impact timeline, scope, quality, or budget ~Coordinating and developing project goals, and strategic plans to motivate staff and get the job done – with a “no matter what it takes attitude” ~Assessing project issues and areas of risk and developing mitigation plans to assist in decision making ~Be an “on the spot solution finder” who is organized and can manage rotating multi-venue logistics ~Planning, project management, and administrative paperwork processing ~Work collaboratively with leadership and the entire event production team ~Maintain detailed and confidential information in an organized fashion ~Maintain equipment and inventory systems ~Follow through with assigned tasks QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, and/or EXPERIENCE: ~Disc Jockey/Audio Engineering Experience – or similar familiarity with mobile sound systems ~2+ years of production, operations, theater, stage management, events, or festival experience ~Knowledge of the event industry at a professional level ~A demonstrated ability of effective and professional verbal and written communication ~Stable job history exhibiting a long term commitment ~Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ~Must show initiative and the ability to work with little supervision ~Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check ~Can lift at least fifty (50) pounds on your own ~Must have a reliable vehicle, valid insurance, and clean driving record ~Strong knowledge of Puget Sound area SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS This is a Part Time position with the ability to become more for the right person. Must have open weekend availability and be able to work flexible hours including evenings. You must have open availability throughout the summer, and extended hours will be required during the summer months and holidays. You must also be able to work “graveyard shift” for an approximately three week period (June 1st to June 22nd). Job Type: part time