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R2 are hiring for an experienced Director of DevOps. You will be exposed to the world of entertainment, creativity, and tech optimization. Here you will have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the world’s largest brands. The successful candidate will work with a variety of projects, engage in new development as well as migrations from legacy on-prem to AWS Cloud utilizing cutting-edge tools such as Terraform, Kubernetes and more.

You will be responsible for overseeing day to day operations, work closely with the C-Suite of the business and encourage growth within the team. You will also be in charge of growing out the team, developing the technical decisions and direction of various projects with full autonomy to make your own decisions.

Requirements

• Strong AWS knowledge
• Experience working in Agile and DevOps environment.
• Ability to work with Kubernetes and Docker
• Experience working with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ansible, puppet ect.)

Responsibilities

• Being responsible for software in cross-functional teams with focus on clients and platform health
• Collaborating with Senior Leadership and non-technical stakeholders, engineers, product managers, designers and more
• Mentoring colleagues as you strive to make the best software
• Building maintainable, efficient, clean and testable code

Rewards

• 20 days PTO
• 10 days company wide holiday
• 15% bonus
• 12-week Paid Parental Leave
• 401k matching
• Health, Vision, Dental & Life insurance

R2 Global

Technical Director – Audio Visual Systems

Primary Job Purpose:

As Technical Director you will be responsible for bringing world-class themed entertainment attractions to life. Through your strong technical skills, engineering creativity and organisational capability you will lead a multidisciplinary team to design, build, install and commission innovative experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the comprehensive integrated technical solution, from Initiation to Close.
• Own the technical risk profile and pursue de-risking strategies
• Own the solution’s technical debt, working with the management team to refactor resources to burn down the debt.
• Maintain oversight and close relationship with suppliers, vendors and key partners contracted to deliver on the integrated solution.
• Serve as the key liaison between the technical members of the Extended Team who are contributing to the attraction-level integrated solution.
• Own and effectively deliver the work packages associated with your domain
• Ensure that Leads in your team are owning and effectively delivering the work packages associated with their domain
• Serve as the decision maker when there is conflict between different disciplines’ approaches to a technical solution.
• Increase profitability of your projects by implementing efficiencies with the project’s Leads and Solution Architects on their team.

About You:

• You’ll be confident working in offices, boardrooms, and construction sites as well as clean EERs
• You’ll have a successful track record of high-quality installed designs behind you
• You’ll be as comfortable leading your team as you will liaising with fellow vendors, clients and suppliers to ensure world-beating designs
• You’ll have a degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• You’ll have the right to live, work and drive in the USA
• You’ll have an unrestricted right to travel globally.

Holovis

Adeia (NASDAQ: ADEA) is a publicly traded IP Licensing company headquartered in San Jose, CA with approximately 125 employees primarily in North America. Adeia invents, develops, and licenses fundamental innovations that shape the way millions of people explore and experience entertainment in an increasingly connected world. From TVs to smartphones, and across all types of entertainment experiences, Adeia’s technologies allow users to manage content and connections in a way that is smart, immersive, and personal.

About the role:

Adeia is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, FP&A who is a self-starter, sharp-minded and enjoys FP&A field. You will play a critical role in providing finance partnership cross-functionally, preparing proactive reporting and analysis and help support financial forecast system. The ideal candidate will have a successfully track record of effective business finance support, project management, and outstanding financial reporting/modeling skill.

Given the start-up like nature of the business, this role will require someone who is hands-on and a consultative partner, for this multi-faceted organization supporting approximately $439 Million in annual revenue.

Primary Duties:

• Support business planning, analytics, and reporting, and drive annual financial planning and quarterly forecasting cycles.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting package that includes comprehensive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), dashboard reporting, analysis of key business trends, actual versus budget variances and comprehensive executive level explanations of difference.
• Perform in-depth, comprehensive financial analysis, including extracting insights from data/ analyses, identifying drivers and implications, and translating findings into practical recommendations.
• Implement and drive efficient and effective process to allow faster and scalable planning and forecast cycles.
• Develop financial models to help business decisions and support outcomes.
• Participate in financial system enhancements and day-to-day forecast system support.
• Lead projects and ad hoc requests from management.

Qualifications / Experience:

• 7+ years of relevant work experience in business finance, corporate FP&A, or accounting.
• Strong analytical and modeling capacities.
• Outstanding software and system skills with extensive experience in Adaptive or another forecasting system plus NetSuite.
• Must be detail oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output.
• Ability to think strategically and operate effectively with the management team and other business partners.
• Self-motivated and comfortable managing shifting priorities, achieving effective results within tight deadlines, and working across fast-paced assignments.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and collaboration skills.

Location: San Jose with a flexible, hybrid work environment combining the best of in-office collaboration and community-building along with the benefits of working from home.

Life @ Adeia:

At Adeia, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees have a voice and sense of belonging, feel safe and valued, and are acknowledged for how their unique differences contribute to organizational culture and business outcomes.

Our employees and their families are important to us, and our comprehensive pay, stock and benefits programs reflect that. Adeia supports personal well-being, builds financial security, and enables employees to share in our collective success.

Rewards include:

• Competitive compensation (salary, equity, and bonuses) and comprehensive benefits designed to foster work-life balance, care for your health, protect your finances and help you save and invest for the future.

• Generous paid time away from work, including flexible time off, holidays and sick time, health and wellness initiatives, and a charitable match program to help you give back to your community.

• Great perks, which vary by location and can be site-specific: employee discounts, transportation reimbursements, and fitness facilities.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

Adeia

We are seeking a motivated and qualified Assistant General Manager for one of our best clients Margaritaville located in Tulsa, OK!

The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for running an efficient and profitable operation of venue through a strong focus on Guest satisfaction. As well as holding Staff Members and Managers accountable to attain hospitality, sales, and profit objectives while consistently maintaining the highest standards of quality food, beverage, service, cleanliness, and sanitation.

Compensation

Base up to 80k plus bonus potential, and other traditional benefits included. Relocation may be available for the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Perform all positions and processes within the front of house
• Ensure only the highest quality products are served and they meet each Guest’s expectations
• Ensure all productivity and quality standards are maintained
• Ensure accurate completion of Staff Member schedules in accordance with forecasted business volume
• Assist with the development, performance, coaching, and timely completion of all annual salaried and hourly performance reviews
• Lead and manage successful, quality shifts by consistently utilizing systems and tools
• Assist in all facets of operation to include financial, forecasting, recruiting, entertainment, sales and marketing

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
• 3-5 years in a high volume Food and Beverage experience in a supervisory capacity
• Ability to interact professionally with other departments and outside contacts
• Excellent judgment and decision making abilities
• Health permit/food safety and Alcohol Awareness.

Pedagog

12 months contract
onsite
30-35/hr w2

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage detailed project plans to monitor and track progress, effectively prioritizing critical paths through to on-time delivery
Guide progress and encourage efficiency
Proactively identify and mitigate risks
Understand current project scope and facilitate change requests to ensure all parties are informed of impacts to schedule and budget
Schedule regular meetings with stakeholders to ensure projects are on-budget and meet quality standards
Generate regular status reports
Lead UAT (user acceptance testing) efforts and reporting

Quals–
In the role of Technical Project Manager, you will be working with product managers, technologists, and studio stakeholders in the successful delivery of consumer-facing projects, supporting web technologies. The position requires you to have effective communication, establish key relationships, foster teamwork, and demonstrate strong organizational skills along with your PM skills. A successful candidate will also understand Agile principles and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with Agile methodologies
Proficiency with office tools such as PowerPoint, Excel and/or SmartSheet
Proficiency in Project Management tools; experience with Airtable, Jira, or Github a plus
Exposure to Figma a plus
Comfortable with internet technologies, especially as it relates to consumer experiences and media delivery
Strong collaboration, organizational, and verbal/written skills
Adept in working with cross-functional teams
An eagerness to learn more about your passion for innovation, technology, and entertainment media
3-5 years in relevant project management
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
PM or Agile certifications a plus
Must be willing to work 3 days a week in Universal City, Los Angeles, CA and the other two days remotely
Phaxis

About NOVO Construction

NOVO was founded in 2000 and began operations in Austin in 2012. In this market, we are called upon to manage fast-paced, high-end construction mainly in the technology, investment, and life-science sectors. As a Boutique GC, we are selective with the work we target so that each project we take on gets the attention and staff required for execution at the highest level.

Some of the clients we work with:

• Box
• Dell
• Indeed
• Informatica
• Google
• Apple
• Oracle
• Nokia
• Splunk
• Roku

NOVO Construction, Inc., a General Contractor is seeking a professional individual with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills to work as a Project Manager in Austin, TX.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Take part in Business Development (meals, entertainment, events, leisure, trips)
• Actively participate in preconstruction
• Take full ownership of the construction process
• Take full ownership of cost control
• Manage all communication between client, design team and subcontractors
• Work with your team to manage all documents (RFI, Submittal, Change Orders)

The Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Familiarity with construction process and technology required to build in this day and age
• Strong communication skills onsite and with client/architect/landlord
• Loves to build stuff!
• Experience in interior tenant improvements or ground up

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Has qualified and relevant experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for a commercial general contractor for a few years
• Able to operate in a fast-paced working environment with minimal direction from Senior Management
• Able to effectively email, build schedules, read drawings & use platforms such as Plangrid
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

NOVO Construction, Inc.

ARRI Rental, the premier rental house for professional motion picture camera equipment is looking for a Studio Operations Manager to work in our Long Island City, NY office.

The Studio Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the ARRI Creative Studio, along supporting production needs. This candidate must have extensive film equipment and production experience. Additionally, you must be able to effectively collaborate with co-workers, internal stakeholders, and clients in the pursuit of creating great content. This position reports directly the Creative Producer.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage our studio space and lighting equipment.
• Coordinate camera equipment based on production needs.
• Coordinate with outside teams to facilitate production in and outside of our facilities.
• Produce video shoots, wearing multiple hats as lead creative on smaller projects.
• Provide production expertise and continually drive production best practices.
• Provide technical support to productions to give the best results in our studio space.
• Support events and activities in the studio space.
• Liaise with and coordinate multiple third-party suppliers as needed.
• Be the first port of call for production expertise with both client and account teams
• Develop a strong understanding of our client’s business and their communication objectives.

To be considered you must possess the following skills/abilities:

The right candidate will possess a extensive knowledge of camera and lighting equipment, with the strong production experience. This role requires a minimum of a high school diploma and 5 years of experience in high production support.

• Technical competency with camera equipment
• Highly organized with the ability to support several ongoing productions
• Knowledge of Virtual Production environments
• Great interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Proactive and self-motivated disposition
• Desire to work as part of a team
• Ability to respond proactively to stress, remaining calm and personable even under pressure and when working to tight deadlines
• Ability to shoot and edit footage is a plus

The compensation range for this role within our group is $60,000 – $90,000 annually. Please keep in mind that compensation offered for this role will be dependent upon an applicant’s level of experience and current applicable skill set.

If you are someone who possesses these skills and are up to the challenge, we are looking for you. We truly value our staff and offer competitive benefits to prove it medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401k, vacation, sick and personal leave, etc! Salary is dependent upon experience and skill set. In order to be considered please include your salary requirement.

ARRI requires all new employees working in its facilities or interacting with other employees or persons to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and new employees must provide proof they are fully vaccinated prior to the first day of employment. Individuals may seek a medical or a religious exemption to the vaccination requirement.

ARRI Rental is an equal opportunity employer.

ARRI Rental

About Puttery

Welcome to Puttery, where we’ve redefined the classic game of putting with a modern twist. Our one-of-a-kind course features unique challenges and surprises at every turn, making each round exciting and engaging. But we’re more than just a game – we’re a social hub, where friends and family can come together for a fun and competitive experience.

Our innovative auto-scoring technology tracks your progress and keeps the game moving, so you can focus on enjoying the moment. And with a bar area serving up inventive cocktails and delicious bites, there’s no need to leave between rounds.

At Puttery, we believe in creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere where everyone can feel at home. Whether you’re looking to host a special event, plan a date night, or just have a casual outing with friends, we’ve got you covered.

Job Purpose

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the overall operations for the venue, and the results driven by venue performance. This position must be actively involved with each department, ensuring processes work together and people perform together.

The GM is equally responsible for the hospitality and guest service in the venue, ensuring that all associates, work together to deliver exceptional service to all guests. The GM must have awareness of any Human Resources (HR) issues in the venue and achieves this awareness through effective communication strategies.

The GM must also drive venue culture and be actively involved with community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily business operations
• Develop and implement revenue growth strategies
• Drive Puttery culture in and out of the venue
• Responsible for training managers and staff for optimum performance and driving sales
• Creating and managing budgets
• Controlling costs and introducing tactical initiatives to prevent losses
• Improving revenue growth by strategically identifying sales opportunities locally
• Hiring, training, and coaching employees
• Delegating responsibilities to ensure employees grow and develop in their positions
• Employ various initiatives to coach employees to optimize their capabilities
• Evaluating Performance and productivity
• Analyzing accounting and financial data and managing budgets
• Monitoring invoices, money-handling procedures, accounting, and bank processes
• Overseeing marketing initiatives and special events
• Promoting company-sponsored training and growth initiatives
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with a variety of people, including vendors, internal stakeholders, staff, and senior management
• Performs other duties as assigned and requested by the Regional Director of Operations

Core Competencies

• Diversity Management & Promotion
• Business Acumen
• Critical Thinking
• Develops Talent
• Entrepreneurial Spirit

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience managing a complex leisure entertainment concept
• Travel by air and ground transportation unaccompanied and overnight, as necessary
• Work extended hours as required and/or during other busy periods based on business needs
• Operate a personal computer and use required applications
• Work with minimal supervision
• Read and comprehend complex printed data/information and reports
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effectively prepare and present complex information to members of management
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• Prior experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager in a high volume ($8M+ annual) restaurant, hotel, or leisure entertainment facility
• Proven track record of managing complex budgets and increasing revenue successfully
• Outstanding verbal and written skills, and experience working with staff on all levels
• Prior experience managing major projects and supervising the day-to-day activities of workers
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently across levels within the organization

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or relevant field preferred

Working Conditions

• Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needs
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work will be required
• Special working conditions include but are not limited to a range of circumstances such as sitting or standing for periods of time
• May need to lift to 50 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Puttery is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace, preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. Additionally, Puttery takes action to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for everyone.

Puttery

Located in Charleston, SC, TTS Studios is a custom, creative fabrication and installation company that specializes in Touring Theatrical Scenery, Experiential Marketing Design and Production, Art Installations, and Custom Furniture and Millwork. The broad spectrum of work that we perform creates an exciting workspace that welcomes people from all walks of the building arts industry. TTS Studios is a Union shop and is proud to service the artistic communities around the country as well as at home.

TTS Studios is searching for our next Project Manager. The Project Manager (PJM) of TTS Studios is primarily responsible for the successful communication, quality, execution, and budget for each project. The PJM is responsible for working with the President to create proposals, decide construction methods, and serve as the main point of communication with the clients once a project has been awarded. The PJM is also responsible for presenting the individual projects’ schedule needs to the Operations Manager so that they can be incorporated into the Composite Schedule. Per the TTS Studios Company Organization Chart, the PJM reports directly to the President and works in parallel with the Operations Manager. Ultimately, the PJM owns the quality of the project and communicates shop floor improvements to the Operations Manager.

Due to the responsibilities of the job, the hierarchy of the position, and the access to financial and administrative information, the position of Project Manager is exempt from the Fair Labor and Standards Act and is therefore a salaried position.

·     Position Type – Full-Time

·     Reports to – President, Operations Manager (OM)

·     Works Alongside – Logistics Manager, Project Manager(s), Heads of Departments (Carpentry, Fabrication)

·     Oversees – Assistant PM (when applicable), drafters

·     Pay – Salary of $70,000; Healthcare and 401k after 90 days

·     Conditions: 40 to 50 hrs/wk; will fluctuate depending on project.

·     Travel: For bid meetings, surveys, or installs

·     Paid Time Off: 10 days to be used at the Employee’s discretion; approval required.

·     Job Responsibilities:

o  Responsible for quality control of projects leaving the shop

o  Continuously and consistently improve processes and standards

o  Develop and maintain relationships with the clients.

o  Ensure all projects leave the shop with proper labels, tools (as needed), paperwork, and hardware

o  Create project-specific schedules so the Operations Manager (OM) can incorporate them into the primary composite schedule

o  Responsible for creating and communicating the detailed scope of work for the rest of the team

o  Responsible for setting up and maintaining project details in the project management software used by the team

o  Initial scope, unit lists with construction details, special orders, etc.

o  Responsible for site surveys and/or acquisition of relevant information for venues

o  Lead Project Kickoff Meetings and Postmortem Meetings

o  Identify and communicate all project parameters to the team during kick off meetings

o  Schedule, engineering, space, time, etc.

o  Responsible for drawing reviews prior to being released to the shop floor

o  Manage and delegate parts and closeout documents for project closeouts

o  Including drawings, flame certs, instructions, etc.

o  Create and maintain checklists for projects to assist the OM and department heads

o  Create conceptual drawings/models for communicating with clients and for delegating to the drafting team

o  Create proposals for jobs and update as needed under direction of President

o  Assist OM in maintaining shop drafting, construction methods, paint, and handling standards

o  Assist OM in creating and maintaining unit labels based on the drawings

o  Lead project research; identify, order, and experiment with samples to improve processes

o  Discuss and recommend construction methods with the team based on client’s needs

o  Confirm and assist with material orders per drawings prior to the beginning of construction

o  Assist OM in shop and paint space allocation per project to increase efficiency of the shop floor

o  Participate in part standards creation

o  Assist OM in maintaining organization of drawings: before, during, and after project completion

o  Attend regular Shop Meetings

·     Requirements:

o  5+ years of experience in event production, live entertainment production, or experiential marketing production

o  High attention to detail and desire for excellence

o  Ability to self-manage, manage others, delegate tasks, and work with other departments productively

o  Ability to plan, organize, and execute projects with budgets ranging from $25,000 to $500,000

o  Able to manage multiple priorities and projects at the same time

o  Experience in CAD (AutoCAD or Inventor preferred)

o  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

o  Wide base of knowledge of construction materials and techniques

o  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

o  Ability to make critical decisions when prioritizing tasks and goals

o  Experience leading crews for load-ins and strikes

·     Preferred:

o  Degree in Production, Engineering, or construction-related field

o  Experience in the touring Broadway markets

o  Experience in Brand Activation and/or Experiential Marketing

o  Design experience

o  Entertainment or Low Voltage electrical experience

o  Proficiency in 3d AutoCAD or Inventor modeling

TTS Studios

Overview

The Field Manager serves as the primary event specialist in charge of flawless execution and quality assurance of the event. This position directs use of event resources (personnel, event set-up, and equipment) to ensure maximum effectiveness of brand message and achievement of objectives. Continually optimizes quality in all areas including but not limited to event entertainment value (sound and visual), effectiveness of interaction with consumers, and total impact of mobile marketing initiative on target audience.

The Field Manager works closely with the event producer, oversees event, and documents the event via reporting and pictures.

Responsibilities

• Implements marketing and advertising campaigns by supervising activation staff including recommendations and disciplinary action.
• Maintains products on display so they are presentable and appealing to the public.
• Handles all administrative paperwork and is responsible for accurately reporting and assessing both staff and the activation.
• Responsible for securing and accounting for RMD valuables and petty cash, including but not limited to products on hand, premiums, and work equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring the safety and legal rights of staff under their care. Scheduling breaks and lunch periods.
• Keeps informed on industry and product information.
• Research competitive products by identifying and evaluating product characteristics, market share, pricing, and advertising.

Qualifications

• Experience in a management position – Supervising a team.
• Knowledge of basic HR laws.
• Direct Marketing, Guerilla Marketing, Event Marketing, Understanding the Customer, Process Improvement, Initiative, Basic Computer Skills, Public Speaking
• Strong Interpersonal/Presentation Skills
• Valid Driver’s License/Clean Driving Record (Preferred but not required)

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• May require traveling with overnight stays
• Must be comfortable typing for extended periods of time
• Stand 1/3-2/3 of time – Walk 1/3-2/3 of time – Sit >2/3 of time –
• Talk >2/3 of time – Hear >2/3 of time
• Lift and or /move up to 25 lbs. on occasion

Jackson Dawson