Ryan Hughes, Production Manager

While finishing his degree in Education at University of Missouri — St. Louis, Hughes began as a Production Assistant at Contemporary in 2004. After freelancing on several major events, Hughes quickly found his passion for entertainment production and accepted a full time position in 2006. Ryan honed his skills in multiple departments within the company. He has worked as a Talent Agent, a Talent Buyer/Contract Negotiator, Assistant Producer, and Production Manager. Ryan manages the onsite logistics and technical production elements involved in every major event produced by Contemporary. His expertise is in audio / visual equipment, labor negotiations and venue logistics.