Youth Theater Production Manager & Stage Lead

Playwright Co; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Playwright Co is seeking a Production Manager with stage management experience to lead our youth theater program, overseeing rehearsals through performances and ensuring a safe, organized, and positive experience for young performers.

This part-time/contract role requires in-person work every Saturday for the Advanced Musical Theater Class, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage schedules, paperwork, and budgets while supporting a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work in person every Saturday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM as the Stage Manager for our Advanced Musical Theater Class
• Previous Stage Management experience is required.
• Experience working in youth theater, children's theater, education, or other youth-focused performing arts environments is strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable working directly with young performers and helping create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft production contracts with assistance from department heads and producers.
• Create and maintain essential production paperwork, including: Production calendars, Run orders, Run sheets, Props tracking sheets, Other production and rehearsal documents as needed.
• Schedule and lead production meetings with the creative departments throughout the rehearsal and technical processes.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication between producers, department heads, creative teams, families, and the venue.
• Supervise and maintain each department's budget in collaboration with the appropriate department heads.
• Assist with communicating, organizing, and coordinating parent/guardian-provided group meals during tech week at the performance venue.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the theater venue and ensure that all venue rules, regulations, policies, and requirements are followed.
• Manage all tech and performance days, ensuring the production schedule is executed in a timely, organized, and respectful manner.
• Assist departments with production needs and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Help create a calm and supportive backstage environment for young performers.
• Prioritize the safety, well-being, and positive experience of young people throughout rehearsals, tech, and performances.
• Step in wherever needed to support the successful execution of the production.

Skills

Stage Manager

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Playwright Co is seeking a Production Manager with stage management experience to lead our youth theater program, overseeing rehearsals through performances and ensuring a safe, organized, and positive experience for young performers.

This part-time/contract role requires in-person work every Saturday for the Advanced Musical Theater Class, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage schedules, paperwork, and budgets while supporting a collaborative team.