11 Sep 2024

Full-Time

Production Manager

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center  →   Appleton, WI

 

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center jobs

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

As a member of the team of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, you will help build a positive working environment as well as inspire, transform and build our community through exceptional live experiences. You are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Center’s stage activities and functions relating to scheduled performances and public or private events.

 

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

  • Manage the production needs onstage, backstage and throughout the building for performances and events when required
  • Contact representatives of touring productions to coordinate requirements in advance of company arrival
  • Oversee local stage and technical crews during production load ins, work calls, rehearsals, performances, and load outs for events and performances
  • Coordinate stage preparation and restoration requirements for events and performances
  • Coordinate schedules, deliveries and event needs with event staff as appropriate
  • Assist in timely submission of vendor bills to finance
  • Manage and coordinate the receiving and distribution of production related deliveries
  • Assist in maintaining the inventory of production and stage related equipment and tools
  • Assist in the programming of an on-going preventive maintenance schedule and service of all the Center’s stage and theatrical properties
  • Provide expertise regarding stage production to clients
  • Develop event reports at conclusion of productions as appropriate, detailing stage-related costs
  • Assist with the financial settlement of non-ticketed and promoter driven events as needed
  • Assist head production manager in managing the production budget
  • Generate and process event reports (accident, problem, technical failure, performance, etc.)
  • Assist in minor production technical needs as needed
  • Complete other projects and duties as assigned

 

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of four years of stage management experience, two with an emphasis in touring Broadway productions.  Experienced in professional stage technical work practices and procedures.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of technical stage production, including: carpentry, rigging, electrical, video, lighting, and sound
  • Ability to manage the stage aspects of presenting major touring theatrical productions
  • Ability to manage the work of a large group of stage crew members
  • Experience with implementing requirements of stage labor agreements
  • Knowledge of general and stage safety practices including occupational hazards
  • Knowledge of proper implementation of many different emergency procedures
  • Knowledge of proper use of power tools, hand tools, and stage equipment
  • Proficient in the use of computer word processing and spreadsheet applications
  • Ability to improvise and respond to unusual circumstances and requests with an attitude of service and flexibility
  •  Required to work days, nights, weekends and holidays, as schedule permits
  • Physical requirements: ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders and stairs and work in high places

 

How to Apply

Direct link to apply: https://fox-cities-performing-arts-center.prismhr-hire.com/job/846813/production-manager

 

This is a Full Time Salary – Exempt position & reports to the Head Production Manager.

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Full-Time Job in Theatre:
Production Manager
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
 Appleton, WI
https://artjobs.artsearch.us/job/production-manager-3/

Job Categories: Theatre. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: art center, management, manager, performing arts, and production manager. States: Wisconsin.