Design Manager jobs in Reno, NV

Red Carpet Events & Design
Position Title: Event Production Manager
Location: Sparks, NV
Classification: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Owner
Supervises: Production Staff
Start Date: May 13th, 2024 (Flexible depending on the candidate)

Position Summary:

The Event Production Manager will lead a team to produce a variety of event décor installations. This dynamic position will ensure that event visions are executed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will value exceptional customer service, adaptability, and creativity. This position requires an exceptional eye for detail as well as the ability to plan and execute complex logistical puzzles. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties:

• Supervise the event production team daily.
• Oversee and work alongside the production team on the setup and strikes of events.
• Create and maintain an accurate warehouse organization system and inventory.
• Collaborate with the event specialist throughout the production processes including planning, staging, and return.
• Ensure all rental items are in impeccable condition and facilitate repairs when needed.
• Organize the production team’s schedule in coordination with the Executive Event Producer.
• Liaison with the Operations Manager to ensure maintenance of the vehicle fleet, in compliance with all USDOT and OSHA regulations.
• Hire and train new production staff.
• Conduct performance reviews with production staff.
• Maintain a safety and training manual for all staff.
• Facilitate any certifications and licenses the production team needs updating including forklift training and scissor lift training.
• Implement processes to create efficient and organized execution on event days.
• Develop creative solutions for onsite designs and processes.
• Forecast production needs based on event orders and business.
• *Other duties may be assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• Ability to communicate effectively with both clients and team; bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to deliver work to agreed quality standards on time and within budget.
• Ability to take initiative and cope with change while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Ability to drive a 26’ box truck.
• Ability to regularly lift at least 50 to 75 pounds.
• The ability to remain highly motivated, work under minimum supervision, organize workload, meet deadlines, and understand and respect the principles of confidentiality are essential.
• Knowledge of construction and/or rigging is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite preferred.

Education and Work Experience:

• At least two years of relevant experience in warehouse management, logistics management, inventory control, or special events management with at least one year of supervisory experience in those roles.

Certificates and Licenses:

• A valid Nevada driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required. .
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Scissor lift certification is preferred.

Physical /Mental Demands:

Physical: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, bend, and kneel for an extended amount of time as this is a highly hands-on position. The employee will use a variety of tools and machinery including a forklift, scissor lift, 26’ft box truck, ladder, and power tools.

Mental: Regular and on-time attendance. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables professionally. The employee should be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The employee will primarily work in the warehouse which may or may not be climate-controlled depending on the load in/out for an event. When not in the warehouse, the employee will often work on-site with others and around others, with verbal and face-to-face contact. The employee will need to present themselves in a professional deameanor with adequate uniform attire that is provided and neatly groomed. A flexible approach to working hours must be maintained to ensure maximum service to clientele, including overtime, weekends, early morning, and late evenings.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wages, based on experience and qualifications, starting at $27/hour.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K contributions
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Red Carpet Events & Design provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the position but are not necessarily a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee(s) so classified. As such, responsibilities, duties, and required skills may be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of Red Carpet Events and Design. Red Carpet Events and Design abides by employment-at-will, which permits the transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. Neither this job description nor any other written or verbal communications are intended to create a contract of employment or a promise of long-term employment. Employment-at-will may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time by the Employee or by Red Carpet Events and Design.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Multiple locations