Specifications include, but are not limited to: The scope of work includes creating and managing an annual show calendar, acquiring talent, negotiating and managing contracts, producing engaging marketing and advertising of events, management of specific pre-production and day-of-show operations. Soliciting sponsorships, grants and fund raising are included in the scope. Parks and Recreation maintains contracts for and will retain responsibility for event security, labor (including stagehand and ushers), emergency services, ticketing, parking, custodial, and concessions. Parks and Recreation will contract for these services themselves. A Parks and Recreation staff member will be designated as a primary point of contact for the contractor and the contractor will do likewise. Representatives for both parties will be present for all amphitheater events. The coordination between the two will include but not be limited to operations, venue management, required permits, licenses, insurance and indemnification. Additional coordination may be necessary related to other park activities, sound control, traffic/parking plans, surrounding community, event layout, and logistics. Successful operations will have clear and consistent communication with Amphitheater Staff.