Job Details
Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you have an interest in theatrical entertainment? Do you enjoy working behind the scenes? Do you excel at assisting or PA work? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the dance music space. Is this you? Read on...
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world's largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
Insomniac is seeking highly motivated & organized Performer Attendants ( PA's ) to join the entertainment team at festivals & other music events. This position plays a critical role by ensuring the overall quality of the Insomniac experience for headliners & staff members alike. This position reports to the Entertainment director & entertainment Project Managers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the workflow of designated performers on the event grounds or at a set location
- Ensure team well-being & hydration
- Carry water & necessary items for performers at events
- Keep performer teams on schedule, monitor break times & time out performances
- Liaise between the performer teams & stage managers to coordinate performance access
- Facilitate photo ops with characters & headliners
- Navigate performers through crowds & have a comprehensive understanding of the site footprint
- Complete rotations of any designated checkpoints throughout events
- Assist the Entertainment Department Managers with needed tasks & duties
- Interact courteously & professionally with headliners & employees at all times
- Work late show hours, weekends or overtime as needed
- Work effectively under a high level of pressure & demanding time lines
QUALIFICATIONS- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Festival, Film or Television production experience is highly desirable
- Backgrounds in management, team lead, security, military or project management are a plus
- Experience with radio protocol is beneficial but is not required
- Strong supervisory, leadership, and communication skills
- Energy, enthusiasm & people skills
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
- Physically able to sustain prolonged periods of walking or standing in all weather conditions
- Must have open availability on event days & have no conflicting bookings or employment shifts
- Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours and travel to events as required
- Must have clean driving record, valid driver's license & car insurance
- May need to use personal vehicle to travel to work engagements, both local & out of town
WORK ENVIRONMENT- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
- May work in drastic temperature climates
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYInsomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICESThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Hiring Salary Range: $16.28-$20.00 an hour
Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
The expected compensation for this position in Washington is:
$16.28 USD Hourly
** Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. It is estimated based upon what an individual working in this position in the state of Washington would be paid. It assumes that the candidate will be in Washington or perform the position from Washington. Similar positions located outside of Washington will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Washington Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.