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

An established industry player seeks an Assistant Production Manager to oversee diverse production areas. This role involves managing bookkeeping, coordinating regional tours, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a background in theatre production and strong organizational skills. Join a vibrant team dedicated to celebrating the arts and engaging the community. This seasonal position offers competitive weekly pay and benefits, with opportunities for renewal based on performance. If you are passionate about theatre and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Group health plan

Retirement plan

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in theatre production with 3+ years experience.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production bookkeeping and oversee regional tour coordination.
• Implement safety procedures and manage office administration tasks.

Skills

Theater Production

Budget Management

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Health and Safety Procedures

Experience with CAEA and IATSE

Education

Degree or diploma in theatre production

Job description

Assistant Production Manager

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:

1. Production Bookkeeping: Manage invoices, budget reports, petty cash, credit card reconciliation, and staff timesheets.
2. Regional Tour Coordination: Schedule tours, issue contracts, arrange accommodations and transport, coordinate publicity, and prepare reports and grant applications.
3. Inventory Control: Log and code inventory, and provide reconciliation reports.
4. Mainstage Rental Coordination: Handle rental inquiries, contracts, payments, and liaise with Front of House and House Stage Crew.
5. Health and Safety Liaison: Implement safety procedures, coordinate first aid training, and track staff certifications.
6. Office Administration: Manage staff contact lists, monitor phones, book facilities, order supplies, and control access via electronic and physical keys.
7. 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 [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail].