Traveling Event Production Manager

Hospitality | Auburn, AL / Birmingham, AL | Full-Time | Significant Travel Required About UsYour Next Office Could Be a Stadium, Festival, or Concert Venue. Travel the Country. Build Events. Lead Crews. Not everyone wants a career that looks the same every day. At Greenawalt Hospitality, our teams travel to venues and events across the country to help create memorable experiences for guests, clients, and event partners. From college football games and major music festivals to concerts and premium hospitality experiences, we handle the preparation, equipment, logistics, and hands-on work that make events possible. We're looking for a Traveling Event Production Manager who is ready to take on new challenges, work in different locations, and help lead event operations from start to finish. This is a physically active, hands-on position for someone who enjoys being part of a team and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves. Job Summary The Traveling Event Production Manager helps prepare, build, operate, and break down live events throughout the Southeast and other regions of the country. This position combines event production, crew coordination, equipment management, transportation logistics, and on-site operational support. You'll work closely with Event Managers and company leadership to help ensure event sites are properly prepared, teams understand their responsibilities, and operational challenges are handled efficiently. This role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a willingness to actively participate in every stage of event production. Key ResponsibilitiesEvent Operations & Execution Help coordinate the physical setup and breakdown of event spaces and hospitality installations Assist with organizing daily production schedules and crew assignments Support Event Managers with on-site operations and changing event requirements Ensure assigned equipment and work areas are prepared before events begin Troubleshoot operational issues and help keep projects moving on schedule Production & Logistics Coordination Assist with preparing and loading trucks, trailers, and event equipment Coordinate equipment staging, placement, and movement at event sites Support transportation and deployment planning for regional and national events Monitor equipment usage and maintain accountability for assigned supplies Help manage post-event equipment recovery, loading, and return procedures Identify missing or damaged equipment and communicate concerns promptly Leadership & Team Development Help supervise event crews during installations, operations, and breakdown Provide hands-on instruction and guidance to new employees Reinforce clear communication and teamwork throughout deployments Encourage employees to follow established procedures and complete assignments efficiently Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a willingness to help wherever needed Operational Support Assist with setting up event infrastructure, beverage stations, and hospitality service areas Support food and beverage operations when necessary Operate company vehicles and trailers when authorized Maintain clean and organized equipment, vehicles, and workspaces Assist with warehouse preparation and equipment maintenance between deployments Support other company divisions based on operational needs Safety, Standards & Accountability Follow company safety procedures and event-site requirements Inspect equipment and report safety concerns or maintenance needs Maintain proper equipment handling, loading, and storage practices Complete required checklists, inventory documentation, and operational reports Protect company property and maintain accountability for assigned resources Represent Greenawalt Hospitality professionally at every event Why You'll Love This Career This is an opportunity to experience live events from a completely different perspective. Instead of attending a festival or sporting event as a guest, you'll be part of the team responsible for making it happen. One week you might be helping build a hospitality area for a major college football game. The next, you could be traveling to another state to prepare a large concert or festival. You'll gain valuable experience in event production, logistics, equipment operations, and team leadership while working in different environments throughout the year. For someone who enjoys travel, physical work, and seeing the results of their efforts, this career offers a unique combination of experiences. Who Thrives Here? You'll likely enjoy this position if you: Prefer being active and working with your hands Enjoy traveling and experiencing different places Take pride in building, preparing, and completing projects Are comfortable leading teams while working alongside them Stay positive and adaptable when plans change Enjoy solving practical problems in real time Communicate well with coworkers, supervisors, and clients Want opportunities to develop into larger production and operations leadership roles Preferred Qualifications High school diploma required; additional education in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Logistics, or a related discipline is a plus Previous experience in event production, live entertainment, construction, hospitality, logistics, or operational support preferred Leadership, supervisory, or crew management experience strongly preferred Valid driver's license and eligibility for company vehicle insurance coverage Ability to lift, carry, load, unload, and move event equipment throughout the workday Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Availability for overnight travel, weekends, evenings, holidays, and changing event schedules Compensation Starting Salary: $45,000 annually Additional earning opportunities may include: Per diem for qualifying travel Premium deployment pay Tips at eligible events Performance-based growth and advancement opportunities Benefits Health insurance Retirement benefits Paid holidays Uber/Lyft SafeRide Program Additional company benefits Travel Requirement This position requires significant travel, typically ranging from 50–120 days annually based on event schedules and operational priorities. Travel may include overnight assignments, extended deployments, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be comfortable with flexible schedules, physically demanding work, and spending time away from their home location. If you're looking for a career that combines travel, teamwork, leadership, and the excitement of live events, we'd love to meet you. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Greenawalt Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining an inclusive workplace for employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business requirements, and operational needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Greenawalt Hospitality reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description, whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Greenawalt Hospitality may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.