Production Manager (Theatre)

Confederation Centre of the Arts; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Production Manager to oversee all production activities within the Theatre Department. This pivotal role involves planning the annual season, managing budgets, and ensuring seamless communication among diverse teams. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of excellence while coordinating productions and presentations that celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Canada. If you have a passion for the arts and a proven track record in production management, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant and creative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Production Manager role or similar.
• Experience with CAEA, ADC, and IATSE contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan annual season including scheduling and budget management.
• Manage backstage theatre staff and contractors effectively.
• Coordinate communication within and across departments.

Skills

Production Management

Budget Management

Personnel Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Negotiation Skills

Creative Thinking

Job description

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Confederation Centre of the Arts provided pay range

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Director of Human Resources at Confederation Centre of the Arts

Confederation Centre of the Arts is the result of a dream shared by all Canadians - to create a place where our country's history and multicultural character is celebrated, and where the talents of its people are nurtured and showcased. As an employer, Confederation Centre of the Arts brings together people of diverse skill sets and qualifications in equally diverse operations.

The Production Manager is responsible for all production activities of the Theatre Department and will ensure the efficient execution of all production activities whilst maintaining a consistent standard of excellence reflective of the Confederation Centre of the Arts history and mandate. The Production Manager will oversee all CCOA productions, presentations, and rental events.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Assisting in the planning of the annual season including scheduling, budget management, cost control and production management of all season productions, presentations, and rentals for the Theatre Department.
2. Personnel management of all backstage theatre staff and contractors including all IATSE, CAEA, ADC and AFM members.
3. Coordination of communication within the department as well as with other departments throughout CCOA.
4. Participating as a member of the management team and working collaboratively with other departments to achieve the Centre’s strategic goals.
5. Administration and coordination of processing and payment of all production department invoices.
6. Coordinates and arranges all elements for key milestones and dates of each production.
7. Supports and liaisons with production creative teams.
8. Schedules and chairs production meetings as required to facilitate clear communication of each production's requirements to all Theatre staff.
9. Takes on other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Candidates interested in applying for this position should have:

1. 5 years or more of progressive experience leading to a Production Manager role or similar level of position as part of a production team.
2. Considerable experience working with CAEA, ADC, and IATSE contracts.
3. Experience working in musical theatre, music, and dance companies are all considered as assets for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

In addition to the experience requirements listed above, the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that are required in this role include:

1. Thorough knowledge of government policies, codes, and regulations governing safety equipment requirements and procedures to be followed for the production work performed in the theatres.
2. Strong knowledge of production processes with a broad general knowledge of the workings of a producing performing arts company.
3. Strong written and oral communications skills, including the ability to interact with all staff in a professional and tactful manner.
4. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
5. Critical and creative thinking skills– develop, design and create new ideas, systems and relationships.
6. Ability to analyze information, evaluate results, make informed decisions, and be accountable for the results with a view to ensuring continuous improvement.
7. Strong problem-solving, and decision-making skills– considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and making sound business decisions.
8. Exceptional time management skills; the ability to manage one’s own time and the time of others, across multiple projects, teams, and schedules.
9. Ability to adjust actions and/or plans in relation to external and influencing factors.
10. Strong attention to detail.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Entertainment Providers