The Washington Ballet · 2 months ago
Director of Production
3515 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$105K/yr - $110K/yr
10+ years expThe Washington Ballet is a prestigious organization dedicated to the art of dance and community engagement. They are seeking a Director of Production to oversee technical and artistic operations, ensuring the successful execution of performances and programs while managing budgets and leading production staff.
Performing Arts
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all production and artistic operations, providing supervision and mentorship to production staff and artistic operations personnel
Partner with executive and artistic leadership to align production goals with organizational priorities
Develop and manage annual production budgets; ensure fiscal accountability and cost-effective planning
Evaluate and strengthen departmental systems and workflows to improve efficiency and collaboration
Represent the Production Department in strategic planning, operational meetings, and board or committee discussions as needed
Oversee planning and execution of all TWB performances, rehearsals, and special events across multiple venues
Manage technical and logistical coordination, including stage operations, scenery, lighting, audio, and video
Collaborate with production managers, technical directors, and venue partners to ensure smooth operations and adherence to safety and union regulations
Supervise production schedules, contracts, and timelines to meet artistic standards and budget goals
Oversee maintenance, storage, and rental of production assets (sets, costumes, props, and equipment)
Supervise company management functions, including dancer contracts, payroll coordination, health and safety, and visa management
Support the Artistic Director and rehearsal directors in scheduling, calendar management, and rehearsal coordination
Oversee relationships with musicians, orchestras, and conductors; ensure compliance with AGMA, AFM, and IATSE agreements
Manage artistic budgets, rights, royalties, and licenses for choreography, music, and designs
Partner with the School, Community Engagement, and Development teams to support performances, events, and special projects
Serve as a liaison between artistic and administrative departments to ensure seamless coordination
Foster an inclusive and respectful work environment grounded in TWB's core values
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in production and artistic operations within professional ballet or dance organizations
Proven success managing multi-venue productions, budgets, and technical teams
Strong working knowledge of union agreements (IATSE, AGMA, AFM) and performing arts production processes
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience collaborating with choreographers, designers, and musicians to achieve artistic excellence
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management software, and technical drafting tools (Vectorworks or similar)
Commitment to TWB's core values: Creativity, Commitment, Communication, Collaboration, Compassion, and Community
Preferred
Touring experience preferred
Benefits
Employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance
Short Term Disability and Life Insurance fully paid by TWB
403b Retirement Plan Option for Employee's Pre-tax & Roth Contributions
Two weeks annual leave +10 holidays + 2 personal days+ floating holiday
Six sick days annually
Free adult ballet classes
Access to discounted tickets to performances
Company
The Washington Ballet
The Washington Ballet (TWB) is an ensemble of professional ballet dancers based in Washington DC.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Kirsten Poole
Chief Financial Officer
Karen Shepherd
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-04-15
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