Assistant Production Manager Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre Deadline : July 31, 2025

Creative Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Manitoba seeks an Assistant Production Manager for the 2025-2026 season, overseeing essential production areas such as budgeting, tour coordination, and health and safety compliance. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience, a degree in theatre production, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This seasonal position offers competitive weekly pay with potential renewal based on performance.

Benefits

Group health plan

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' relevant experience or equivalent training.
• Experience working with bargaining units like CAEA and IATSE.
• Accounting certification or experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production bookkeeping and manage budgets.
• Coordinate regional tours and manage logistics.
• Implement health and safety procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Degree or diploma in theatre production

Job description

The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre celebrates the widest spectrum of theatre art. Rooted in Manitoba, it reflects and engages the community it serves. As Canada’s oldest regional theatre, it produces ten plays each season at two venues, along with the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival, The Bridge Festival of Ideas, and an annual regional tour.

We seek a qualified candidate for the 2025-2026 season, starting around September 2, 2025, to serve as Assistant Production Manager.

Responsibilities :

Reporting to the Director of Production, the Assistant Production Manager oversees seven key areas :

• Production Bookkeeping : Manage invoices, budget reports, petty cash, credit card reconciliation, and staff timesheets.
• Regional Tour Coordination : Schedule tours, issue contracts, arrange accommodations and transport, coordinate publicity, and prepare reports and grant applications.
• Inventory Control : Log and code inventory, and provide reconciliation reports.
• Mainstage Rental Coordination : Handle rental inquiries, contracts, payments, and liaise with Front of House and House Stage Crew.
• Health and Safety Liaison : Implement safety procedures, coordinate first aid training, and track staff certifications.
• Office Administration : Manage staff contact lists, monitor phones, book facilities, order supplies, and control access via electronic and physical keys.
• Other Duties : Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Production.

Qualifications :

• Degree or diploma in theatre production and at least 3 years' relevant experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability.
• Experience with bargaining units like CAEA and IATSE, and understanding of collective agreements.
• Accounting certification or experience is an asset; First Aid certification is an asset.

Compensation and Benefits :

This seasonal role runs from September to June, with a weekly salary of $945–$1,000, based on experience and a 35-hour week. Benefits include a group health plan and retirement plan, with eligibility after probation. The position may be renewed in subsequent seasons based on performance.

Application Process :

Send a cover letter and resume to Allison Loat at [emailprotected] . Applications are reviewed as received; the position remains open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Royal MTC values diversity and inclusion, encourages applications from IBPOC candidates, and is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [emailprotected] .

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