Production Manager

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in technical theatre or stage management, or equivalent combination of related education and experience is required; a master’s degree is preferred. 

• Demonstrates considerable (typically 3-5 years) experience in technical production including a practical knowledge of theatrical systems to include: lighting, performance sound, rigging and personnel management. 

• Demonstrates considerable experience working in a multipurpose facility presenting events including Broadway, dance, theater, orchestra, chamber music as well as popular/commercial events. 

• Demonstrates reasonable experience working with professional touring companies. 

• Demonstrates reasonable experience in management. 

• Demonstrates reasonable experience working with union laborers. Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

   

Competencies Required:

• Demonstrates an extensive proficiency level in:

  • Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills 

  • Demonstrates a history of excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. 

     

     

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working, scheduling, and negotiating agreement terms with professional stagehands union is highly desirable. 

• Experience working within an educational institution.
   

To Apply:

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must complete BOTH of the following documents and mark them as a “relevant file” to the submission:

• a current resume 

• a cover letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the process. 

Additional Details:

Work Modality: This position is onsite at Hancher Auditorium

Compensation: Anticipated salary will be $70,000 – $77,500 with Competitive Benefits

Reach out to Monica Frank to learn more about benefits, compensation practices, and career development opportunities.

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