Shakespeare In the Parks Production Manager

Maryland-National-Capital-Park-and-Planning-Commissio; Largo (MD); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the logistical, operational, and administrative aspects of productions and touring performances. This role ensures rehearsals, technical needs, staffing, equipment, and supplies are organized and executed efficiently to deliver high‑quality performances.

The Production Manager serves as a liaison between artistic and production teams, coordinates production resources and schedules, maintains

Formación

• 2+ years of production, event, or stage management experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during rehearsal and summer tour period.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee and coordinate production logistics for rehearsals, performances and tours.
• Coordinate schedules, staffing, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain inventory records and procurement of approved production supplies.
• Serve as primary production representative during rehearsals and events.
• Coordinate transportation, storage, load-ins/outs for equipment.

Conocimientos

Stage management

Event coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and coordinate the logistical, operational, and administrative aspects of productions and touring performances. The Production Manager serves as a key liaison between artistic and production teams, ensuring that rehearsals, technical needs, staffing, equipment, and supplies are organized and executed efficiently. This role supports the successful delivery of performances by managing production resources, coordinating schedules, maintaining inventory, and addressing day-to-day operational needs throughout the production process.

• Assist with purchasing and procurement of approved production supplies and materials.
• Collaborate with Technical Director to schedule and coordinate production crew assignments for technical rehearsals, performances, and tour dates.
• Serve as the primary production representative during rehearsals, providing operational support and coordination.
• Order and arrange for refreshments and hospitality needs for rehearsals and production activities.
• Maintain accurate records of production equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Coordinate equipment transportation, storage, load-ins, load-outs, and other production logistics.
• Communicate production schedules, updates, and technical needs to production staff and stakeholders.
• Assist in resolving scheduling conflicts, equipment issues, and other operational or logistical challenges.
• Support the Production Team in ensuring the safe, efficient, and successful execution of all rehearsals, performances, and tour activities.

Required

• 2+ years of production, event, or stage management experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during rehearsal and summer tour period.

Preferred

• Experience in theatre, or performing arts productions.
• Knowledge of technical theatre operations.
• Familiarity with purchasing, inventory management, and production logistics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of production management and event logistics.
• Ability to coordinate schedules, personnel, and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours

• Schedule is based on rehearsal, performance, summer tour, and production planning needs.
• Average of 20–30 hours per week during the summer touring season.
• Hours outside of touring periods are required to support production preparation, purchasing, logistics coordination, and planning meetings.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and other hours as required by the rehearsal and tour schedule.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Supplemental information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.