Montclair State University · 4 hours ago
CPO Production Manager
Montclair, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $111K/yr
4+ years expMontclair State University is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the seamless realization of stage events across various venues. The role involves planning production workflows, managing budgets, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure effective audience management and production staffing.
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Responsibilities
Plan and implement a production calendar and workflow for all performing arts venues in collaboration with all stakeholders via Propared
Develop and oversee production budgets - including labor, material, and equipment needs
Establish and maintain a central role in communications with all presenting partners to ensure timely and accurate information exchange for technical requests
Work with colleagues in Performance Operations to assess efficiencies in staffing and cultivate, manage, retain, and evaluate a freelance labor pool
Work closely with the Audience Services Manager and Front of House Coordinator to ensure effective audience management
Work closely with the Technical Director to ensure appropriate staffing levels and training for all productions and events managed by the Performance Operations department
Plan, organize, and lead intake and production meetings
Schedule, track and approve hours for production staff temporary employees in Workday
Purchasing and signoffs via purchase orders, punchouts, and pCards
Serve as the Production Manager for ACP/PEAK productions, University and rental events and other activities as assigned
Serve as the Production Coordinator and/or Production Stage Manager on events as assigned. This may include calling cues, coordinating with the client to start the performance, assisting with dressing room assignments, and other stage management duties
In consultation with venue technical staff and the Director of Performance Operations identify, price, and propose equipment and capital needs for all performance venues
Be a resource for all clients and stakeholders, answering questions and offering best practice advice
Perform other duties as assigned
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum four years of production management experience with an organization of similar size and scope
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and make decisions under pressure
Well-rounded knowledge across all stagecraft disciplines, with a specific focus on wardrobe, lighting, audio, video and rigging
Proficiency with Google Suite or MS Office, and an ability to learn new software systems as needed
Experience working with Propared or other production planning and booking softwares
Valid driver's license and ability to drive cargo vans
Proven track record of success in performing arts production management at various sized venues
Detail-oriented with strong supervisory, management, and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as a team leader with student and professional hires
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to thrive in a team-based environment
Committed to the mission, vision, and values of Montclair State University
Demonstrated history of fostering a work environment that is safe, respectful, and supportive
Availability to work a flexible and varying schedule, including nights, weekends, and occasional holidays
Preferred
Ability to read and interpret CAD and theatrical documentation including: Drafting plans via AutoCAD or Vectorworks and Lightwright
Basic running skills and ability to make adjustments within show files for QLab
Experience working in a university environment
Ability to work with all levels of students, faculty, and performers/presenters, from novice to professionals
Interest in exploring new technologies
Bi-Lingual/multilingual
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
Company
Montclair State University
Montclair State University is a school in Montclair.
10001+ employees
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2023 (15)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.41MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-07-09Grant· $0.73M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Benjamin Durant
Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President for Finance and Operations
Jerry DeSanto, Ed.D.
Interim CIO/VP Information Technology
Recent News
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