Contract Producer/Production Manager

theatreWashington; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 76,167 - 91,233; Part time

Job summary

theatreWashington is seeking an experienced theatre producer or production manager based in Washington, DC, for a six-month contract to produce The Jeane Dixon Effect. This role involves working closely with the playwright and overseeing the production from venue selection to ticket sales.

The ideal candidate will have a strong network in the local theatre community, excellent organizational skills, and experience in professional theatre production. Interested applicants should send a résumé and brief description of their productions to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience producing professional theatre in the Washington area.
• Established relationships with local venues and artists.

Responsibilities

• Advising on and helping secure an appropriate DC venue.
• Assisting in the selection of a director.
• Coordinating the casting process with the playwright and director.
• Assemble production team including lighting/sound designer and stage manager.
• Developing and overseeing the production schedule.
• Recommending and implementing a ticketing platform.
• Managing ticket sales and coordinating logistics.

Skills

Experience producing professional theatre

Strong knowledge of the Washington theatre community

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

$7500, paid in six monthly installments of $1,250

Seeking an experienced Washington, DC–based theatre producer or production manager to work on a six-month contract to help bring a one-actor comedy, The Jeane Dixon Effect, to a three- to four-week professional run in Washington.

The producer will work closely with the playwright throughout the planning process and should have strong knowledge of the Washington theatre community.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising on and helping secure an appropriate DC venue
• Assisting in the selection of a director
• Coordinating the casting process with the playwright and director
• Assemble production team (lighting/sound designer, stage manager, etc.)
• Developing and overseeing the production schedule
• Recommending and implementing a ticketing platform and managing ticket sales
• Coordinating production logistics leading up to opening
• Serving as the primary local producer and point of contact for the production team

Ideal candidates will have experience producing professional theatre in the Washington area, established relationships with local venues and artists, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

This is an independent contractor position beginning this summer and continuing for approximately six months, with workload increasing as rehearsals and performances approach.

Additional compensation during the run itself, subject to mutual agreement.

Interested candidates should send a résumé and a brief description of productions they have produced or managed in the Washington area to [e-mail]