Production Manager
Core
Manage end-to-end logistics and production for high-profile live journalism events, including venue selection, A/V coordination, and attendee experience.
Role type
Senior IC event production manager
Builds
POLITICO Live events and brand experiences
Domain
News media / Political journalism / Live events
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Event planning, logistics management, project management, A/V vendor coordination, budgeting, stakeholder management, timeline creation, problem solving
Preferred skills
Show-calling, stage managing, technical Run of Shows creation, travel
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Create high-caliber event productions for POLITICO Live events; Lead smart and repeatable event logistics and planning; Manage logistics including venue selection, audio-visual deliverables, creative design, budgeting, and attendee flow; Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to plan and produce live and virtual events; Drive project management standards including ownership of timelines and templates; Maintain understanding of industry trends and recommend enhancements to improve the experience.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
