Insomniac - Human Resources Generalist, Production

Human Resources Generalist

Insomniac Events is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to act as a tactful partner and on-site HR lead for our seasonal production teams and partner ventures. This hands-on role will provide comprehensive field HR support across the full employee lifecycle including recruiting, onboarding, ER, payroll, and offboarding ensuring a compliant, inclusive, and engaging work environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong HR foundation and thrive in real-time, field-based environments, such as live events, film and TV productions, theme parks, construction sites, factories, etc., where adaptability, sound judgment, and people skills are key. This role requires comfort operating independently in the field, building trust with operational teams, and resolving employee relations matters with professionalism and care. This is not a remote position and required to be in office when not on site at various event locations.

Responsibilities include :

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned production teams and seasonal partner ventures. Act as a trusted advisor to on-site managers during high-pressure show environments, coaching them on performance, conflict resolution, and policy adherence
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws to ensure compliance across federal, state, and local levels
• Manage employee relations issues including advising managers, documenting concerns, and independently conducting investigations into workplace conduct, escalating high-risk matters in collaboration with HRBPs or Legal
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Source, screen, and recommend candidates for seasonal production roles; draft and issue offer letters, and coordinate onboarding processes for a smooth new hire experience
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, timekeeping, and employee records in coordination with Payroll and Production teams
• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, benefits, onboarding, and HR programs, ensuring timely and professional support
• Maintain HR documentation, manage reporting and audits, and monitor trends to identify opportunities for improvement
• Partner with production leadership to foster a positive workplace culture, improve retention, and ensure alignment with company values
• Partner with Safety, Risk, and Production teams to support compliance with OSHA, workers' compensation, and injury reporting protocols in fast-paced event environments
• Facilitate employee leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, ADA) and accommodations processes in partnership with Corporate HR, Benefits and Legal, ensuring compliance and timely communication with employees and managers
• Deliver or coordinate HR related trainings, including new hire orientation, anti-harassment, and compliance programs
• Collect and analyze HR data to identify trends in turnover, employee engagement, and workplace issues, providing insights and recommendations to leadership
• Promote a positive workplace culture by encouraging professionalism, collaboration, and mutual respect among production teams
• Support special HR projects, audits, and process improvements as needed
• Available for irregular schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays during live event periods
• Domestic travel up to 40-50% of the time is required
• Support recruiting, hiring and onboarding of various team members
• Travel as needed to serve as the on-site HR presence for productions and key seasonal events

Qualifications include :

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Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability, marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas. We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

Hiring Practices

The 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 : $70,000.00-85,000.00 USD. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.