Job Posting: Repercussion Theatre seeks Production Manager

Repercussion Theatre is looking for a Production Manager!

The Production Manager works with the Artistic Director, Operations Manager and Technical Director to oversee the company’s summer Shakespeare-in-the-Park tour. The ideal candidate has experience as a Production Manager on a touring show, and is keen to help motivate and coach our production team (which includes emerging theatre-makers). The show is in a different park each night, so a driver’s license is a major asset!

Duties include (but are not limited to) :

Leading up to the tour

• Work with the AD and TD to set up the Master Production schedule
• Work with AD and TD to Hire production team.
• Advise Operations Manager on CTA contracts
• Monitor the Production Budget based on provided figures and adjust according to the needs of the design and the tour. Consult with AD and OM regarding major changes
• Work with AD to arrange rehearsal spaces (indoor and outdoor) as needed.
• Work with Operations Manager and/or TD to liaise with park representatives regarding production requirements and to make sure that everything conforms to the technical rider. Visit parks as needed.
• Plan the List of Drivers and cull all driver licenses for insurance and records.
• Organize the company road book

During Rehearsals

• Review Daily Schedule and production notes with designers for urgent requests and assign tasks if necessary.
• Purchase supplies as needed and manage petty cash and receipts
• As necessary, assist designers in the execution of their design.

Tour (July 11^th  – early August) – Be present at approximately 16/28 shows

• Oversee daily set-up and strike of stage, lights, sound.
• Follow up/forecast production and technical difficulties, equipment wear and tear, and re-supply purchases. Formulate solutions with AD and assistants.
• Consult with AD daily to assess weather conditions and make decisions about moving indoors/cancelling shows.
• Hire extra crew/security as needed.
• Monitor health and safety and ensure proper record-keeping is taking place.
• Prep for strike and returns.

Post-tour

• Collect SM production book, and collect exit notes.
• Finalize budget.
• Create a detailed expense report for the Operations Manager and review with them

Please send a cv and letter of interest to Amanda Kellock at ad@repercussiontheatre.com by February 15th, 2019.

Source: https://www.repercussiontheatre.com/