Asst. Production Manager – Manhattan Theatre Club
WHO: Manhattan Theatre Club
SEEKING: Assistant Production Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborating with the Production Manager and Associate Production Manager to manage all production elements and logistics, including estimating and managing show budgets; materials sourcing and purchasing; supervising theater staff; maintaining calendars, production payroll and bookkeeping supervision; facilitating communication and providing administrative support to all productions on MTC’s stages and across two facilities. Critical for success in this position is a willingness to work in concert with the production manager to keep the department running smoothly.
REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will have a sharp eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects at once. It is required to have a working knowledge of theatrical procedures and practices and strong computer skills especially proficiency with MS Office. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Vectorworks a plus. Experience working in a union employment environment and familiarity with IATSE, USA and AEA agreements is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Management or equivalent theatrical production experience is also required. Evening, weekend and early morning hours will be required. Occasional physically demanding work, such as lifting and moving equipment will be required.
WHEN: Full time, year-round
PAY: Salaried position with excellent benefits. Benefits package including: group health insurance with options for spousal, family and/or domestic partner coverage, basic life and long term disability insurance, employer-funded defined contribution retirement plan, paid time off and optional 403(b), voluntary dental coverage and flex savings plans for healthcare, dependent care and commuting expenses.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit cover letter and resume with current references (in MS Word, PDF or plain text format) with “ASSISTANT PM” in the subject line to: Darren Robertson, Human Resources Manager, at jobs@mtc-nyc.org
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