Prep & Dock Manager

Join the World Leader in Lasers & Special Effects

Are you a live events professional with a passion for high-caliber production, crew management, and exceptional attention to detail?

At ER Productions, we are the world's largest, most innovative supplier of laser and special effects equipment, holding the Guinness World Record for the world's largest laser display. We power the world’s biggest tours, festivals, TV shows, and high-profile events for top international artists and brands.

As we continue our ambitious global expansion, we are looking for a Prep & Dock Manager to join our fast-paced Las Vegas team.

If you thrive in live events, love leading people, and want to help deliver the most exciting show-stopping displays on planet Earth, this is your next career move!

The Role

The Prep & Dock Manager is a critical position at ER Productions. What’s important is not only ensuring that the equipment delivers, the crew have to deliver too. People are the most important part of what we do.

You will lead prep operations to ensure every show is flawlessly resourced, prepared to the highest ER Standards, and compliant with safety guidelines. Additionally, you will directly mentor, manage, and empower our Interns and Trainee Show Technicians, helping shape the next generation of live events talent.

You will be working in a fast paced international business across multiple time zones at high profile festivals, shows and tours, therefore it is important that you have the following Skills and Experience:

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure every job has a assigned Prep Supervisor, runs on schedule, and meets strict ER Prep Guidelines.
• Oversee that all gear is correctly assigned, scanned, and updated in our Resource Management System.
• Guarantee equipment leaves the warehouse properly labelled, clean, fully functional, and ready for on-time delivery.
• Oversee prep bay clear-downs and return extra kit to stock efficiently.
• Line manage Interns and Trainee Show Technicians, overseeing their training program and ensuring employee lifecycle compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years technical experience in the live events industry.
• At least 2 years working on-site as a touring tech with lasers and/or special effects, knowing what it takes to pull a live show together.
• 5+ years experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong understanding of DMX, ARTNET, data distribution, computer networks (IP addresses, servers), and show power distribution systems.
• Proven track record in people management, crew leadership, and mentoring junior technicians.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to continually learn and adapt across international time zones.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Healthcare - Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Company 401(k) Plan (with participation after qualifying period)
• Participation in the ER Bonus Plan
• 4 Weeks Paid Holiday + Paid Bank Holidays + 2 Weeks Paid Winter Break
• Apple Laptop & Company Mobile Phone
• Clear career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing international business

About ER Productions

ER Productions is an award-winning laser show, laser system design, and special effects specialist with credits spanning worldwide concert tours, festivals, TV productions, and high-profile advertising campaigns. With offices in the UK, USA,Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Australia, we operate globally at the absolute forefront of event technology.

Ready to take your live events career to the next level? Apply today!