Job Posting

Production Manager

Western Canada Theatre, Kamloops BC, is seeking a Production Manager on a full-time salaried basis to begin work July 1, 2015. 

The successful applicant will have five years demonstrated management experience in professional theatre or a related field. They will have inspiring leadership abilities, strong communication skills, vast technical knowledge, and proven budget management skills. They will be a team player with stellar interpersonal skills and sterling integrity. The ability to manage multiple projects on finite timelines and budgets with the ability to creatively problem solve while maintaining a positive attitude is mandatory. Experience with Excel, Vectorworks, and purchase order systems is preferred.  The Production Manager reports jointly to the Artistic Director and General Manager.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

 

Application Deadline: May 1, 2015. Apply in writing with a cover letter and resume to:

 

Lori Marchand, General Manager

Western Canada Theatre

PO Box 329, Kamloops, BC  V2C 5K9

Email: lori@wctlive.ca

 

Please review the profile of the company before applying and address context in your application: http://www.wctlive.ca/about.htm

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

o   The Production Manager is responsible for the collaborative planning and supervision of all technical aspects of WCT’s productions and events

o   Coordinate and supervise all department head and production meetings

o   Work with the Associate AD to create the seasonal production schedule and design deadlines.

o   Manage the production departments and the seasonal and individual production schedules.

o   Work closely with the Technical Directors, Department Heads and Stage Management, to disseminate information from designers of all WCT productions, from preliminaries to finals.

o   Liaise with and manage Designers engaged by the Theatre.

o   Ensure strict adherence to schedules and deadlines

o   Advise AD and GM, in consultation with the Associate AD, on production budgets and artistic goals of the theatre.

o   Manage and monitor production expenses and resources, and inform the Associate AD on the status of expenses on a regular basis.

o   Oversee the costing, purchase, and delivery of all production materials and their construction

o   Manage the purchase order system and petty cash for the production and stage management teams.

o   Liaise with any co-production/touring partners to ensure accurate communication, compliance and compatibility of technical requirements in the co-production/tour arrangements and agreements.

o   Create and maintain a long term Capital purchase plan and schedule for the Pavilion Theatre, construction, prop, and wardrobe shops in consultation with department heads and Production Technical Director.

o   To be jointly responsible, with the TD, to ensure productions comply with health and safety regulations, including special training/licensing for personnel; that the theatre is always a safe working environment and that all persons follow the theatre’s health and safety policy and procedures; to complete appropriate risk assessments.

o   Develop and maintain health and safety manuals, ensure proper training and adherence.

o   Arrange for vehicle maintenance and insurance, for safe transportation of equipment and personnel.

o   Assist the Production TD and the production team with the fit up and strike of productions in the venue;  generally provide hands-on support for the production team as required

o   Provide technical advice and assistance to the Venue TD as needed in the management of the Sagebrush Theatre, including on the long term Capital purchase plan.

o   Recruit technicians and craftspeople; recruit and manage production volunteers.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, May 1, 2015
Start Date: 
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Kamloops
Province: 
British Columbia
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Employer Details

Western Canada Theatre

Lori Marchand
Box 329
Kamloops, BC V2C5K9
Canada

Professional Theatre