Event Production Planning Manager

Akkodis is seeking an Event Production Planning Manager for a Contract job with a client in Detroit, MI. "The ideal candidate should have experience with at least 5+ years of progressive experience in live event production, with significant experience in both site coordination and technical direction.Rate Range: $40/hour to $50/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.Position Description:Title: Event Production Planning Manager, Michigan Central is a market-leading hub for advancing new technologies and programs that address barriers to greater social, economic, and physical mobility, comprised of 1.2 million square feet of multi-use real estate and 30 acres of interconnected public space. Building on Detroit’s rich history as an engine of change, the transformative Michigan Central project aims to strengthen the city’s competitive advantages while inspiring collective action on the most pressing challenges at the intersection of mobility and society worldwide. The Event Production Planning Manager is a role that serves as the critical link between creative vision and event operational execution. This role ensures that events—ranging from large-scale private events and corporate conferences to experiential activations—are executed flawlessly, on time, and within budget.The areas of focus are: • Pre-Production Planning: Establishing an integrated team for each event and ensuring the bridge between the creative concepts and execution is clearly defined and scoped.• Operational Excellence: Managing complex timelines, load-ins, and run-of-show schedules.• Strategic Sourcing: Identifying and managing best-in-class vendors and partners.• Fiscal Responsibility: Precise budget forecasting and cost management.• Risk Mitigation: Identifying potential bottlenecks and developing robust contingency plans.Skills Required:Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Program Manage PM's & Projects, Microsoft Office, Program ManagementExperience Required:5+ years of progressive experience in live event production, with significant experience in both site coordination and technical direction.Education Required:Bachelor's DegreeAdditional Information:Pre-Production & Planning: • Develop comprehensive production project plans, including master timelines, resource allocation, and critical path milestones.• Collaborate with creative teams and the Production Technical Director to determine the technical requirements (AV, lighting, sound, scenic) needed to bring event themes to life.• Coordinate site visits to assess venue capabilities and constraints against event requirements.• Create and manage detailed production budgets, ensuring all costs are tracked and variances are communicated proactively.• Ensure all necessary permits, agreements, insurance certificates, and safety documentation are secured.Vendor and Stakeholder Management: • Collaborating with Purchasing and Finance, lead the RFP/RFQ (Request for Proposal/Request for Quote) process for production vendors, including staging, lighting, catering, talent, facilities, and security.• Act as the primary point of contact for all internal stakeholders and external partners regarding production logistics until ready to hand off to the Site Coordinator and Technical Director.Event Production Execution Oversight: • Manage the "Run of Show" (ROS) and production scripts, ensuring all cues (audio, visual, lighting) are synchronized.• Ensure the load-in, set up, rehearsal, and strike phases are planned for, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and labor regulations.• Coordinate complex transport and freight logistics for equipment and materials.• Coordinate talent and speaker logistics, including green room requirements and technical briefings.Post Event Analyis: • Ensure post-event debriefs are conducted with stakeholders and vendors to verify venue is restored to its normal operational state and document any damage.• Reconcile all production-related invoices and provide a final financial report.• Facilitate Lessons Learned for internal continuous improvement.If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at +610-672-7640 or Anurag.Soni@akkodisgroup.com.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance