Director of Production | Full-Time | Enmarket Arena

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Director of Production is responsible for overseeing all technical and production aspects of events held at the amphitheater, including concerts, family shows, sporting events, and special events. This role ensures the seamless execution of event production by managing staff, coordinating with clients and promoters, and maintaining all production systems and equipment. The Director serves as the primary liaison between touring production teams, event organizers, and internal departments to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality events.

This role pays an annual salary of $95,000-$110,000 and is bonus eligible

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.

About the Venue

Port Wentworth is a dynamic, diverse and thriving neighboring city of Savannah, GA. Just off the first Georgia exit off I-95 S, you will stumble upon the Port Wentworth Amphitheater. The 5,000 seat fully covered amphitheater is set to open Summer 2026 along with the connecting Savannah Ghost Pirates Ice Cove and Anchor Park. The amphitheater will enhance the lively entertainment scene in the Savannah region with an outdoor option.

Located just under one mile from Historic Downtown Savannah, Enmarket Arena has brought a new level of entertainment to the region while breathing new life into the west side of Savannah.  The arena has created a vibrant center of activity in Savannah’s core, seats up to 9,500 people for live events such as concerts, family shows and Savannah Ghost Pirates ECHL hockey games. 

Johnny Mercer Theatre is a 2,600 seat, historic theatre with one of the largest prosceniums in the Southeast. The theatre is located in Historic Downtown Savannah as part of the Savannah Civic Center. Johnny Mercer Theatre is scheduled for renovations in 2027. 

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of event production including lighting, sound, video, staging, rigging, and related technical services.
• Serve as the amphitheater’s primary contact for touring production managers, ensuring all event requirements are met.
• Coordinate production needs for concerts, sporting events, family shows, and other amphitheater events.
• Develop and manage event production budgets; track costs and ensure financial accountability.
• Schedule, train, and supervise stagehands, riggers, and other production staff.
• Maintain all production equipment and systems; ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, event services, and facility management teams to ensure smooth event execution.
• Create and manage production timelines, advance show details, data sheets, and confirm technical requirements.
• Lead event load-ins, rehearsals, and load-outs; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on-site.
• Maintain strong relationships with promoters, team representatives, and vendors.
• Stay current on industry technology, safety protocols, and production best practices.
• Assist as needed in all event production and coordination across all OVG Savannah properties including Enmarket Arena, Johnny Mercer Theatre and any future projects.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Production Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in live event or sports venue production management.
• Strong knowledge of concert and touring production requirements in amphitheater, theatre or arena operations, and sports event presentation.
• Proven experience managing technical crews and union/non-union labor.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, rigging plots, and production riders.
• Proficiency with event production systems, sound, lighting, and video equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by event schedules.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, event-driven environment with nontraditional hours.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights.
• Exposure to loud environments during events.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.