Chautauqua Institution · 3 months ago
Production Manager (Chautauqua Theater Company)/Seasonal Employment
Chautauqua, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$1,200/wk - $1,275/wk
3+ years expChautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit organization that convenes dialogue on significant issues through the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Production Manager will oversee all production operations for the Chautauqua Theater Company, ensuring a positive and safe environment while managing budgets and collaborating with creative teams during the summer season.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the execution of all production operations for CTC’s 2026 Summer Season
Serve as the key collaborator between production staff, creative teams, and CTC Leadership
Maintain all production budgets along with department heads; track all production and show-related expenditures
Collaborate with Producing Artistic Director and General Manager in creating CTC's seasonal and production calendars, and oversee its development in collaboration with other departments
Oversee and run all production-related meetings as well as monitor the progress of each production department
Coordinate with the independent, off-site shop that will handle CTC’s scenic build, working in conjunction with their company’s PM and TD
Cultivate and promote a safe working environment in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theater practices
Verify and uphold CTC's compliance with local and national collective bargaining agreements (AEA, IATSE, USA, and SDC)
Coach and develop staff members by monitoring the quality of employees' work and providing constructive feedback; facilitate conflict resolution among employees; ensure adherence to legal and organizational policies and procedures; undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises
Apply knowledge of technical theater disciplines including understanding technical design drawings
Delegate production and facilities-related work to the Assistant Production and Facilities Manager and Production Assistants as needed
Provide clear communication to and collaborate with all members of the creative teams, establishing a proper understanding of CTC resources available to them, including but not limited to budget, schedule, and staffing
Collaborate with the PAD & GM to create, maintain, and update design guidelines, relevant CTC policies, and show calendars that will be shared with all creative teams
Attend mandatory, full-company ‘Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility’ training
Qualification
Required
Prior theater Production Management experience of 3-5+ years required
Cross-disciplinary and/or educational experiences will be considered
Oversee the execution of all production operations for CTC's 2026 Summer Season
Serve as the key collaborator between production staff, creative teams, and CTC Leadership
Maintain all production budgets along with department heads; track all production and show-related expenditures
Collaborate with Producing Artistic Director and General Manager in creating CTC's seasonal and production calendars, and oversee its development in collaboration with other departments
Oversee and run all production-related meetings as well as monitor the progress of each production department
Coordinate with the independent, off-site shop that will handle CTC's scenic build, working in conjunction with their company's PM and TD
Cultivate and promote a safe working environment in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theater practices
Verify and uphold CTC's compliance with local and national collective bargaining agreements (AEA, IATSE, USA, and SDC)
Coach and develop staff members by monitoring the quality of employees' work and providing constructive feedback; facilitate conflict resolution among employees; ensure adherence to legal and organizational policies and procedures; undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises
Apply knowledge of technical theater disciplines including understanding technical design drawings
Delegate production and facilities-related work to the Assistant Production and Facilities Manager and Production Assistants as needed
Provide clear communication to and collaborate with all members of the creative teams, establishing a proper understanding of CTC resources available to them, including but not limited to budget, schedule, and staffing
Collaborate with the PAD & GM to create, maintain, and update design guidelines, relevant CTC policies, and show calendars that will be shared with all creative teams
Attend mandatory, full-company ‘Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility' training
Benefits
CTC provides a travel stipend.
Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs.
This position offers employer-provided housing and parking.
Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Company
Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a non-profit organization that renders performing arts, lectures, worship, events &recreational activity services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amy Gardner, CFRE
Senior Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer
Deborah Sunya Moore
Senior Vice President, Chief Program Officer
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