PRODUCTION MANAGER

Charleston Symphony; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charleston Symphony is hiring a full-time Production Manager responsible for overseeing all production aspects of concerts and events. This position includes stage management, equipment logistics, artist coordination, and ensuring high-quality performance standards. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for the arts. A robust benefits package is included.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

3-weeks paid vacation plus holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in stage management and equipment setup.
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Understanding of AV equipment and orchestral instruments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute production elements for performances and events.
• Manage concert logistics including rental and setup of technical equipment.
• Coordinate schedules for rehearsals and performances with venue staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Dynamic project prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Audacity

Dropbox

Lucid Chart

Job description

The Charleston Symphony (CSO) is seeking a full-time Production Manager to plan and execute all production elements for CSO performances and events. Reporting to the General Manager, the Production Manager ensures each concert and rehearsal meets the highest standards of artistic and technical quality. This role will serve as the primary liaison with guest artists, conductors, venue staff, and stagehands, managing both concert-specific and broader CSO production needs, including donor events.

The Production Manager’s main duties will include stage management, equipment transportation, setup and maintenance, stagehand and livestream hiring and management, and production planning and logistical support duties assigned by the General Manager including, but not limited to, stage diagrams, stage lighting plans, guest artist itineraries, and local travel/lodging.

Founded in 1936, the Charleston Symphony has grown into one of the largest full-time performing arts organizations in South Carolina. The CSO presents more than 150 concerts and educational activities every year, reaching more than 50,000 adults and students annually. Employing 24 full-time musicians, artistic personnel, and administrative staff, the Charleston Symphony’s mission is to inspire and engage our community through exceptional musical experiences and educational offerings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hire and oversee part-time stagehands
• Prepare and fulfill all show riders and setup requirements
• Track and process expenses while remaining within organizational resources
• Create stage plots and lighting cues for all major performances
• Create production timelines to be sent to venues before load-ins commence
• Maintain the CSO production calendar and manage rehearsal schedules
• Serve as a liaison with venue technical staff, production equipment rental companies, guest artists and conductors
• Organize and manage itineraries, travel, and accommodations for guest artists
• Help coordinate production work with sound reinforcement, recording, livestream, and lighting personnel including helping setup sound reinforcement, AV recording, and livestream equipment
• Drive and maintain the orchestra’s 26 box truck
• Maintain, clean, and care for all CSO production equipment including chairs, music stands, stand lights, risers, band shell, blowers, sound shields, percussion support equipment, transport cases, carts, AV equipment, etc.
• Maintain storage facility space
• Load in, setup, breakdown, and load out equipment for all orchestra and most chamber services including chairs, stands, percussion, and AV equipment.
• Above all other responsibilities, ensure rehearsal setups are safe for all performers including but not limited to proper safeguards with riser configurations and stage temperatures
• Under the direction of the General Manager, develop documentation, directories, and procedures to standardize the professional orchestra production functions
• Assist the General Manager in other duties as assigned

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A can-do attitude of someone that believes in the vision of the Charleston Symphony and strives to help meet goals within the organization
• Demonstrated ability to proactively prioritize projects in a dynamic and complex environment while functioning constructively with tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Collaborative and flexible with strong service mentality
• Extraordinary attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills Robust computer skills required, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and experience with programs such as Audacity, Dropbox, iTunes, Lucid Chart or ability to learn as needed
• Must be able to lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable driving and maintaining a 26 medium-duty truck
• Familiarity with AV equipment including mic arrays, XLR cable, D/I box interfaces, keyboard and amp setups, HDMI cable, HDMI signal extenders, and video switchers.
• Knowledge of orchestral instruments
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• Commitment to creating high quality performances
• A passion for the arts and classical music is a must!

The CSO strives to not only be recognized for both performance and presentation of the highest quality music, but also to engage and enrich people of all backgrounds and beliefs. The Charleston Symphony is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,

religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or another non-merit factor.

Salary starting is $50,000, commensurate with experience. The Charleston Symphony also offers a robust benefits package and 3-weeks paid vacation plus holidays.