Labor Coordinator

The purpose of this position is to help coordinate logistics and all aspects of labor scheduling.

Job Duties:

• Interfaces with project and account executives on crew to ensure events are staffed with the correct caliber of individual.
• Contacts freelancers, temporary employees and CT Technicians to schedule labor by utilizing R2.
• Contacts unions when necessary.
• Agrees rates with crew.
• Maintains extensive and detailed crewing calendar “live” with up-to-the-minute changes.
• Distributes departmental crewing calendar in a consistent and timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with freelance and vendor contacts.
• Obtains credentials, drive-on/parking, dress code info and any show related specifics, including call times, from all PMs and distributes accordingly.
• Generates detailed show sheets/call sheets/contact lists for each project under direction of project/sales management.
• Is available after hours/weekends to coordinate changes and emergencies with regard to crew.
• Determines whether potential crew should be set up as temporary employees or independent contractors dependent upon the position being filled and required documentation in place to be IC.
• Ensures that all invoices and timesheets are received in a timely manner. Audits invoices and timesheets to ensure accuracy.
• Generates Purchase Orders when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Prior AV crewing experience required.
• Associates degree or higher - a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3-5 years of experience covering extremely deadline driven office setting: production in film/tv a plus.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and organize multiple changing priorities at a fast-paced environment.
• Availability for night/weekend contact over peak times
• Demonstrated skills in communication and an ability to interact with a wide range of individuals and personalities.
• In-depth knowledge and operation of computers (mac and PC) and software packages.
• Knowledge or familiarity with broadcast/live events gear, personnel and culture a plus.
• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with an established list of industry contacts / their own database of skilled workers in Video/Audio/Events.
• This position will be located in Panorama City, CA, Las Vegas, NV, or Seacaucus, NJ. For highly experienced applicants this position may work remotely from anywhere in the United States.