MeX Theater Production Lead

Playbill, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (Sick, Holiday, and Per.

401(k)

401(k) matching

Short & Long-Term Disability and Life"

Pet Insurance, ID Theft Protection

Merit increases

Complimentary event tickets

Job summary

Kentucky Performing Arts is seeking a MeX Theater Manager to oversee all production‑related aspects in the MeX Theater, including equipment operation, safety, and client needs. You may also oversee other KPA venues and participate in stage crew activities across departments.

The role requires hands‑on technical support, coordination with clients, and leadership of staff in lighting, audio, and video operations, with a flexible schedule based on events.

Qualifications

• ETC Eos lighting control certification required.
• Experience with lighting design and live‑sound and video systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• One year of live event production experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning for the MeX Theater, including advance work, staffing, schedules, and post-event follow-up.
• Maintain knowledge of venues, backstage operations, equipment, labor practices, safety, and event execution.
• Supervise and assist with lighting, audio, video, rigging equipment for attractions.
• Provide hands-on production support when needed and assist with stage operations and client support.
• Collaborate with staff, groups, and clients to implement programs and events.
• Train staff on lighting, audio, video, and rigging equipment.

Skills

Lighting design experience

Live sound equipment experience

Video systems experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theatre

ETC Eos Training (Level 1-4)

OSHA 30 certification

ETCP Certified Rigger – Theatre

Dante certification

DOT medical card

Tools

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Momentus

Job description

Kentucky Performing Arts is seeking a MeX Theater Manager to oversee all production‑related aspects in the MeX Theater, including equipment operation, safety, and client needs. You may also oversee other KPA venues and participate in stage crew activities across departments.

The role requires hands‑on technical support, coordination with clients, and leadership of staff in lighting, audio, and video operations, with a flexible schedule based on events.