Apply on Employer Site

Chautauqua Institution · 1 month ago

Production Manager Amphitheater (Program)/Career Opportunity

Chautauqua, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$65K/yr - $80K/yr

7+ years exp

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on significant issues through engagement across various pillars. The Production Manager will oversee all aspects of production in the Amphitheater, managing operations, budgets, and a seasonal production team while ensuring safety and technical excellence during events.

CommunitiesCreative AgencyEducationEventsNon ProfitPerforming ArtsTraining

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of Production in the Amphitheater, including managing backstage operations, use and maintenance of production equipment and facilities, and dissemination of information for performances and events

Working with the Director of Production and the Program Production Manager to build and sustain a strong seasonal production team through recruiting, training, and evaluating all production employees

Work closely in the management of show budgets, contracts, payroll, production estimates, settlements, and during events, supervision of employees within the Production crew

Advise tours, resident companies, speakers, and CHQ departments on all technical matters, the use of stage equipment, safety rules, and labor rules for the Amphitheater

Participate in production and hospitality advances, coordinate labor calls, execute technical riders, and secure rental equipment and production services

Oversee show budgets, production estimates, and settlements

Technical representative for all Amphitheater events

Work with the Director of Production and the Program Production Manager in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding all seasonal production staff

Conduct walkthroughs and serve as a point of contact for events and production personnel on all show-related matters

Coordination with the Director of Production to make sure the building is operating safely and efficiently

Uphold safe practices and maintain a safe working environment

Participate in the maintenance, preparation, and improvement of production facilities for daily operations as well as specific production requirements

Communicate with appropriate departments to ensure all production facilities remain clean and maintained

Review and approve the Amphitheater Seasonal production crew payroll. Supervise production staff

Manage the maintenance and repair of production equipment

Provide input on equipment purchases, rentals, repairs, and upgrades

Maintain production equipment and inventory in a manner that is conducive to efficient operation

Maintain relationships with local production rental shops and resources

Be present at each sound check to ensure artists are abiding by contracted Decibel Level restrictions

Perform show duties, as needed, to support a performance

Assist the Program Production Manager with all off-season events. Scheduling, securing production equipment, and operating

Stay abreast of best practices and new technology in your field

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Live Theatre ProductionTechnical Theatre PracticesBudget ManagementSupervising Production CrewsOSHA CertificationYamaha Audio ConsolesDante Audio NetworksTechnical Document InterpretationComputer LiteracyCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationCritical Thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent field

Minimum 7 years of experience in live theatre/event production

Experience in advancing and negotiating technical riders with outside artists

Experience working with touring productions

Experience supervising and working with IATSE crews

Diverse knowledge in technical theatre practices, including but not limited to general theatre lighting, audio, carpentry, rigging, props, wardrobe, hair & makeup, projections, and stage management

Strong knowledge and experience in Live Audio, setup, and running

In-depth knowledge of backstage systems and equipment

Experience supervising diverse crews

Experience in coaching and developing young technicians

Clear understanding of best technical theater practices

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to research and develop recommendations

Solid organizational skills

Ability to work well with others

Strong spirit of optimism and collaboration

Ability to lead others with confidence and integrity

Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Critical thinking and good judgment

Work well under pressure both independently and as a team

Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings

Ability to lift and maneuver 75 lbs. repeatedly, alone or with assistance

Ability to crouch, twist, bend, stoop, climb stairs and ladders, stand and sit for extended periods of time, reach above, below, and at neck level, and work at heights above the floor

Highly computer literate

Knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook