Orchestral Production Lead – Onsite with Remote Options

Stagetime Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is seeking a Production Manager in Detroit to serve as the primary production administrator within the Artistic Operations Department. This role oversees logistics for all DSO performances and provides administrative support to the department.

Responsibilities include coordinating with staff, artists, venues, and crews; preparing reports; managing budgets and vendor relations; and supporting travel, auditions, and streaming terms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional experience in orchestra administration, including experience with IATSE stage crew.
• Thorough knowledge of classical and non-classical music; ability to read music.
• Familiarity with symphony orchestra structure.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing skills, as well as interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and tact, discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities, be decisive, and handle changing priorities.
• Problem solving, flexibility, and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with PC networks and Microsoft 365/Windows.

Responsibilities

• Oversees production and logistical details of multi-faceted projects managed by the Operations Department for all orchestra and select non-orchestral presentations.
• Collaborates with the Stage Manager to fulfill contractual production and tech rider needs.
• Collects and enters artist and event information into OPAS, Momentus Elite, and event sheets; prepares reports.
• Attends weekly events meetings as the representative for the Artistic Operations Department.
• Disseminates information to Orchestra members and staff, including directions to venues.
• Assists in logistical arrangements for orchestra travel and outside performances; prepares touring questionnaires.
• Manages operations involving choirs in DSO performances, including scheduling and on-site support.
• Prepares welcome remarks for all DSO concerts and coordinates sponsor recognition with Advancement.
• Manages department expenses, contracts, and payments; maintains expense tracking.
• Works with Stage Manager on budgeting and staffing IATSE personnel.
• Coordinates passenger and small cargo vehicle rentals for concerts.
• Manages artist approvals for on-demand streaming and tracks streaming terms.
• Maintains effective record-keeping systems for the department.
• Organizes workflow within the Artistic Operations department.
• Supports the Orchestra Personnel Office during auditions.
• Acts as Manager on Duty for certain presentations.
• Proofreads Performance Magazine and season brochures; assists with marketing materials.
• Prepares visa petitions for guest artists as needed.
• Assists with artist care as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Orchestra admin

IATSE experience

Read music

Orchestra structure

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Discretion

Problem solving

MS 365

Team collaboration

Tools

MS 365

Job description

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is seeking a Production Manager in Detroit to serve as the primary production administrator within the Artistic Operations Department. This role oversees logistics for all DSO performances and provides administrative support to the department.

Responsibilities include coordinating with staff, artists, venues, and crews; preparing reports; managing budgets and vendor relations; and supporting travel, auditions, and streaming terms.