Job Details

Description

The Production Manager at the 5th Ave Theater will work in-concert with the 5th Ave Theater Manager. Including, but not limited to: Production Advance, Day-of-Show Load In & Load Out, Run-of-Show Production, Developing & Implementing Venue Policy & Procedure when Seattle Theater group is producing or promoting any events in the building. They will also be the Technical Liaison between any resident art organization that operates in the Skinner Building and Seattle Theater Group as it pertains to Production, Stage Equipment, the Stage and its support areas. This is a full-time exempt position that earns between $85,820 and $128,731 annualized. Benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plan with a discretionary match.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• To manage the day-to-day technical operations of our work at 5th Ave Theatre, ensuring effective systems are put in place to meet all regulatory and operating requirements.
• Manage & assist with all aspects of Stage Operations on Night-of-Show, from Load In through Load Out.
• To ensure that all STG performances (produced, co-produced and visiting work), workshops and events run smoothly from a technical perspective
• See to Tour’s production needs and be in direct contact with Tour’s Production and/or Tour Manager via cell phone, email and in-person communication on Day-of-Show.
• To ensure that all equipment owned by STG/The 5th Avenue Theatre is maintained and ready for use as required, operating within designated operations budgets
• Ensures adherence to day schedule, breaks, manages crew and safe work environment.
• Maintains the stage area to provide a safe and clean work environment.
• Watches and manages during show operations to ensure safe and smooth operation.
• Distribute and explain DOS production needs to all Production Staff.
• Assist with planning and execution of Venue Policies & Procedures
• Assist with New Hire paperwork, New Hire orientation and regular interface with Payroll and Human Resources for labor.
• Work with the Technical Director on all updates and continuing Maintenance schedules of stage operations
• Other duties may be assigned as needed with flexibility to take on new roles or responsibilities as the company evolves.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of traditional stage equipment and departments
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work with a team in all aspects of interaction (House Crew, IATSE Crews, Road Crew, and Clients)
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities of a show and fluctuating schedule in a positive manner.
• Ability to work a safe and predictable manner under stressful conditions and long hours.
• Ability to be proactive in work assignments and work independently.
• Ability to work with resident arts organization in a positive and collaborative way to reach common goals
  
  

Physical Requirements

• The position is physical in nature and requires physical mobility including: balancing, bending, carrying, climbing, crawling, reaching, squatting, twisting, lifting up to 50 pounds alone, Long Hours are expected 10 to 12 hour days are regular,
• Standing – >30% of time-
  
  

While performing essential duties. Standing is mostly dynamic and intermittent with walking. (Surface: varies – finished/unfinished concrete, gravel, earth, uneven terrain, linoleum, hardwood, plywood, carpet).

• Walking – >30 % of time-
  
  

While performing essential duties. (Surface: varies – finished/unfinished concrete, gravel, earth, uneven terrain, linoleum, hardwood, plywood, carpet).

• Sitting -> 40% of the time-
  
  

While Performing Essential duties: Advancing shows, paperwork, show prep, scheduling crews.