The Merchants Exchange Productions team brings more than 50 years combined experience hosting and producing special events in San Francisco. From planning and logistics, to production, management, and in-house gourmet catering, Merchants Exchange Productions is the only fully-verticalized event production service tied exclusively to three of The City’s finest venues. Every program hosted by Merchants Exchange Productions is more than an event, it’s a true San Francisco experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up basic audio, video, lighting, and scenic equipment for each event per written and verbal direction.
• Interpret event orders and floor plans, understand oral and verbal instructions to determine work assignments, materials and equipment needs.
• Transport equipment to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles or containers, as needed.
• Report breakage, issues or other needs as they arise in all venues.
• Maintain and repair venue equipment as necessary, including cleanliness and organization of dedicated storage areas.
• Ensure safety in all work environments.
• Assist the productions team and other areas of the company as needed.

Required Skills

• Well-rounded production & events background, ideally with advance knowledge in one or more technical elements.
• Excellent customer service skills with a “can do” attitude. Experience in the hospitality industry a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and have free range of motion. Must be comfortable working at heights, such as ladders and lifts.
• Knowledge of production equipment, including maintenance and safety standards.
• A well-groomed, professional appearance.
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Must be a proven self-starter capable of finding solutions with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule required, including evenings, overnights, weekends and/or holidays – as dictated by the events schedule.
• Highly reliable, punctual and responsive. Must have reliable transportation to work hours when public transportation is not available.

Benefits

• Compensation based on experience
• Paid sick leave
• Commuter plan for parking and transit

If this position speaks to you, please submit your cover letter and current resume to careers@clintreilly.com with the job title for which you are applying in the subject line of the email.