Senior Events and Production Manager

Legends Global is a premier global leader in live event partnerships, venues, and branding, recognized for delivering integrated premium services through a unique white-label approach that keeps partners prominent and successful. Operating an expansive network of 450 venues worldwide, Legends Global powers approximately 20,000 events annually, entertaining an impressive audience of 165 million guests. Their expertise covers every facet of the live event industry, including feasibility and consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content and booking services. This breadth of specialty and dedication to excellence has earned them a reputation for bold, ambitious collaboration, respect, and an inclusive workplace culture where team members are empowered to grow authentically and make impactful contributions. The company fosters a winning environment by emphasizing the power of unity and collective achievement, making it a vibrant place for professionals passionate about live events to thrive and succeed.

The Senior Events & Production Manager role at Legends Global is a critical leadership position based at the Mayo Civic Center's venues in Rochester, Minnesota. Reporting directly to the Assistant General Manager, this exempt, salaried role combines client relations, comprehensive event management, and advanced technical production expertise to ensure flawless event execution across multiple venues. This position requires overseeing the entire event lifecycle—from initial client consultation, contract interpretation, and cost estimating, through to the event's successful delivery and post-event settlement approval—ensuring each aspect meets the highest standards of service, safety, and operational efficiency. As a senior leader, the manager is responsible for managing and developing a diverse team including technical and event personnel, working closely with local unions such as IATSE to coordinate staging, rigging, audio/visual, and lighting operations.

The role encompasses broad technical responsibilities including managing cutting-edge systems like Q-Sys, Dante Audio Networks, and ETC Paradigm controls, ensuring preventive maintenance, budgeting for equipment repairs, coordinating annual inspections and safety checks, and troubleshooting complex technical challenges in real time. The Senior Events & Production Manager acts as the Manager on Duty during events, making critical decisions to navigate challenges and maintain seamless event flow. Furthermore, the position demands exceptional organizational skills, the ability to multitask effectively in high-pressure environments, and excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, vendors, staff, and other stakeholders.

Additionally, the role demands a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance, including OSHA workplace standards, and the ability to adapt work schedules to the dynamic demands of event calendars, which may include extended hours, weekends, and evenings. This role is well-suited for an individual with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, sports management, production, or a related field, combined with 2-4 years of relevant production management experience. Proficiency in technical production systems, strong organizational capabilities, and leadership experience are essential to excel in this position. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) benefits, reflecting Legends Global’s commitment to supporting its employees’ well-being and career development.