CMU School of Drama


Sunday, April 29, 2012

J-O-B PM


GALA Hispanic Theatre, Washington D.C.
Production Manager

Responsibilities:

The Production Manager will work closely with the Producing Artistic Director and Associate Producing Director to plan and coordinate production schedules for all season productions, youth education programs, and special presenting series.

1.    Controls and maintains the master schedule including all performances, rentals and other special events;
2.    Drafts and executes contracts for actors, directors, and designers. Also executes contracts for rentals;
3.    Recruits and hires designers and technicians to staff GALA productions and rentals of the space;
4.    Supervises and supports all technical personnel, including the Technical Director.
5.    Recruits, trains, and manages production interns;
6.    Organizes all casting calls;
7.    Schedules all travel and lodging for visiting artists;
8.    Oversees the technical aspects of all of the performances by the Paso Nuevo workshop;
9.    Oversees all venue maintenance needs;
10.   Supports Producing Artistic Director and company members during rehearsals and performances;
11.   Represents Producing Artistic Director as needed at meetings, workshops, rehearsals, and performances;
12.   Prepares appropriate season budgets, production reports, including production expense reports, as required.


Qualifications:
*     Degree in theatre or a related field is required, preferably with a technical background.
*     Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
*     Evening and weekend work required.
*     Proficiency with Word and Excel.
*     Experience with stage management required.
*     Valid driver's license.
*     Understanding of the creative design process. Good financial, organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in written and oral Spanish is a must. Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage competing priorities.

This is a full-time salaried position. Benefits include partial health insurance coverage, paid holiday and vacation time. GALA Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume listing three references to Rebecca@galatheatre.org.

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