Share Email Opening Apply Now Title PRODUCTION MANAGER - CONVENTION CENTER CLEVELAND  Description   Mills James is hiring a Convention Center Production Manager at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced event production professional to lead live events, corporate meetings, conferences, trade shows, and virtual broadcasts in one of Cleveland's premier venues. We're looking for a hands-on leader with strong skills in audiovisual production, event management, and technical direction who can deliver outstanding client experiences while overseeing crews, budgets, and production technology. If you're searching for Cleveland event production jobs or AV jobs in Cleveland, this role offers the chance to grow your career with a nationally recognized creative media and event production company. What You'll Do As a Production Manager at the Huntington Convention Center, you'll take ownership of event execution from start to finish: Lead, supervise, and motivate production crews to deliver world-class events. Manage audio, video, lighting, streaming, rigging, and power systems for events of all sizes. Oversee technical staff during installation, live show operations, and strikes. Prepare and manage production budgets, making cost-effective, strategic decisions. Partner with clients, vendors, and venue staff to coordinate all event logistics. Attend client planning meetings, site surveys, and virtual prep calls. Use project management software to track budgets, approvals, and updates. Create and revise CAD-based drawings, room layouts, and production schematics. Step into technical roles as needed to ensure smooth execution. Follow strict safety standards to protect crew, clients, and guests. Manage purchase orders, reconcile expenses, and ensure accurate event documentation.   Qualifications We're Looking For This role is a fit for a skilled production professional who thrives in high-energy, client-facing environments. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Event Production, Theater, Communications, or related field—or 4+ years of equivalent experience in event production or AV management. Strong knowledge of audio, video, lighting, streaming, power, and rigging systems. Proficiency with CAD software to design layouts and production plans. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced setting. Flexible and adaptable to changing client needs. Valid driver's license required. Ability to lift 25–50+ lbs and work extended hours on-site at the Cleveland Convention Center. Strong visual and auditory skills for assessing AV quality.   Why Mills James Mills James is a full-service production company of over 235 event and video professionals. Our mission is to craft and deliver experiences that deepen human connection and inspire people to care and act. We offer a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work culture that values professional growth and collaboration. Our benefits include: Competitive salary AnthemERC health & wellness plan Guardian dental & vision insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off and company holidays     Position Requirements   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Cleveland, Ohio   Position PRODUCTION MANAGER - CONVENTION CENTER CLEVELAND   Post Internal Days 0   Number of Openings 1   Req Number HOS-25-00012   About the Organization Mills James is a full-service production company of nearly 240 event and video professionals with offices, production facilities, and hospitality properties throughout five states and two time zones. Our mission is to craft and deliver experiences that deepen human connections and inspire people to care and act. We offer robust career opportunities, a Pre-Professional program for recent college graduates, and freelance opportunities.   EOE Statement Mills James, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category HOTEL AUDIOVISUAL MANAGER - COLUMBUS in Westerville, OH Posted on: 10/8/2025 [Apply Now] HOTEL AUDIOVISUAL MANAGER - MEMPHIS TENNESSEE in Hilliard, OH Posted on: 8/1/2025 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles BROADCAST TECHNICIAN in Cleveland, OH Posted on: 8/6/2025 [Apply Now] Follow us

 

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