Production Manager, Performing Arts at Emerson College in Boston, MA

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The Production Manager position reports to the Director, Theatre Operations and will manage the Performing Arts production staff and produce various content for Emerson Productions for internal purposes and external clients. This position will also train and teach Production Management students and support the Design Tech students to ensure the safe and successful execution of Emerson Stage productions. This is an important role that requires excellent organizational and management skills, as well as the ability to guide and train students and staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Mentor and guide production and stage management students in all areas of production as needed.
Supervise the staff in the Performing Arts production shops, including those in the scenic, costume, paint, and props areas, and work closely with them and students to fully realize all productions.
Collaborate with the Design and Tech faculty to oversee, monitor, and evaluate the design process of all shows.
Work with student designers, professional designers, student technical directors, and/or technical directors to creatively solve all technical and financial challenges.
Facilitate all Emerson Stage production equipment rentals and purchases for lighting, sound, projection, and automation packages, liaising as necessary with the Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments.
Collaborate with the Technical Director to ensure the safe construction and installation of scenery and additional technical elements of the productions.
Maintain and develop positive working relationships with vendors and providers of outside services.
Monitor the department budget and track all production-related expenses.
Oversee hiring of full-time and temporary production staff in the shops and crew for shows as required.
Produce video content for clients as required.
Advise on the EVVY Awards as needed.
Complete all necessary administrative work.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts, Video Production, or related discipline required
5-10 years of professional production experience required, including exposure to scenic, costume, paint, props, lighting, sound, and projection functions
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings in AutoCAD, Vectorworks, and similar applications
Understanding of structural engineering and the ability to ensure the safety of production constructions and installments
Understanding of lighting and sound technologies
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to create and maintain budgets and track expenses
Ability to supervise professional and student staff
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in high-stress situations with varied personalities
Ability to maintain flexibility in changing circumstances

PHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position is active; continuous movement is required.
Continuous oral and written communication with customers, co-workers, and supervisors is essential.
Repetitive movements, frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, reaching, pushing, stooping, climbing, and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding, and read fine print will be expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels
Occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions
Exposed to dust, oils, chemicals, and fumes
Exposed to vibration and moving mechanical parts
May occasionally work in a confined space or a high, dangerous place

This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week.

Compensation: $79,950.00 - $99,900.00 annually, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-10E

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Division: Division of Academic Affairs

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.