Production Manager - Pacific Northwest - Portland

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

Job Summary
Portland’s newest venue is a 68,000-square-foot facility designed to support dynamic, large-scale live events. It offers flexible seating for 2,000 to 4,250 attendees and features a movable stage that enables multiple event configurations, making it well suited for the city’s diverse live music scene.

Located at the former Nordstrom site on NE Multnomah Street, the venue sits within the Lloyd District and the Lloyd Entertainment District—an area known for its creative energy and accessibility. It is less than one mile from the Moda Center and the Oregon Convention Center, expanding the footprint of the state’s most vibrant entertainment district.

The venue also provides convenient access to light rail and streetcar lines, as well as a north–south bike and pedestrian bridge. Extensive surface and adjacent parking is available at nearby Lloyd Mall structures, reflecting Portland’s emphasis on connectivity, community, and vibrant urban experiences.

The Manager Production is responsible for advancing and managing all production-related aspects of assigned events and shows. This role leads the production team in developing and executing comprehensive event plans that align with contractual requirements and production objectives. The Production Manager oversees show budgets, tracks and monitors expenses to ensure financial accountability, and ensures that all production, venue, and artist requirements are met. This position plays a critical role in delivering successful events by coordinating resources, both internally and externally, managing logistics, and maintaining a high standard of execution and client satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the primary technical contact/liaison for the venue. Assist all parties in determining production capabilities and estimating show costs for each event.
• Advance and coordinate all technical aspects of events including artist/client logistics, production rentals, stage labor, parking, runners, security, hospitality needs and preparation of day of show schedule.
• Advance all aspects within the terms and budget parameters of artist/client contract. Negotiate solutions to obstacles ensuring contract and budget adherence. Track/document all production expenses.
• Communicate the advance information in a timely manner to all personnel, vendors, and artist contacts, confirming all information and instructions are accurate and understood.
• Oversee day of show production from load in through load out. Ensure quality operation and preparedness from all production departments. Resolve production issues as they arise. Direct typical day of show operations such as hospitality fulfillment, security meetings, guest list. Maintain the production schedule and run of show. Supervise production staff and ensure appropriate breaks and meals are taken in accordance with local rules. Prepare/present all production expenses for settlement.
• May be responsible for show settlement after the show has concluded. Makes sure that artist(s) are paid accordingly. The Production Manager will also close out the show and submit all pertinent information to accounting.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring and training of production staff as required, Supervise, manage, and evaluate production staff, including time and attendance, task management and conflict resolution. Determine staffing needs for each production and schedule accordingly. Review, approve and submit payroll.
• Maintain and safeguard the technical assets of the venue through the development and implementation of routine preventative maintenance schedules and inventories.
• May be responsible for production management/promoter representation at other locations, venues, or projects as directed.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree (4‑year) in a related field
• 4–6 years of related professional experience
  • Interpreting event contracts and developing accurate production budgets
  • Prior experience in the music industry
• Working knowledge of technical aspects of concert and live event production
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve logistical and technical challenges, including staging, lighting, and sound
• Strong ability to create, manage, and maintain event production budgets
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) with the ability to learn additional business systems
• Previous management experience with an emphasis on conflict resolution and team leadership
• Performs well under pressure and thrives in fast‑paced environments
• Highly flexible and able to work long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Payscale: $82,158.00 - $92,500.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.