Assistant Production Manager

Job Description:

• Work closely with Production Managers, Internal Program Teams, Event Organizers, Hirer’s or their agents to provide guidance for event/performance quality and guarantee an excellent visitor experience while understanding event risk and compliance requirements
• Be the primary contact for event organizers and Hirers for individual events. Provide guidance and ensure the best possible performance needs are met within Tai Kwun venue constraints
• Supervise technicians and contractors to ensure on-site performance quality, procedures conformity, TPPEL compliance and proper use of Company’s equipment and facilities
• Manage technical and operational support for performing arts outdoor and indoor productions including all aspects of pre-production, planning and execution
• Establish systematic quality assurance including organizing technical meetings, information, process documents and project coordination leading to event owner and hirer’s satisfaction
• Review and recommend equipment and means to improve production quality, standardize and simplify the delivery of Production Services
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Degree in Performing Arts, Technical Theatre, Events Planning or relevant disciplines
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in a similar sized institutional with knowledge of industry practices, benchmarks, costs and service applications
• Knowledge of theatre and event lighting or video is preferred
• Self motivated, diligent with strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and Corporate Systems Software. Knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred
• Good Command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Flexible to work irregular hours including weekends, evenings, public holidays or festive seasons