Production Manager

$95,000 - $105,000/Yr

La Jolla Playhouse - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries

About the position

The Production Manager (PM) at La Jolla Playhouse is a vital member of the Production Management Department, responsible for overseeing three to four subscription shows, the POP Tour, and additional programming each season. The PM facilitates projects from conception to completion, managing budgets, safety, and collaborating with creative teams. This role requires strong project management skills and a deep understanding of theatrical production, ensuring alignment with the artistic vision of La Jolla Playhouse.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary project Production Manager for three to four subscription productions, POP Tour, and Theatre in Residence each season.
• Manage budget and expense tracking for productions.
• Collaborate with department supervisors, creative and design teams.
• Attend and lead production meetings, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances as necessary.
• Manage rehearsals, load-in, technical rehearsals, performances, and load outs.
• Draft and negotiate USA designer contracts and other guest artist contracts as needed.
• Coordinate the Production Department's support of WOW Festival and be the primary point of contact for the WOW Production and Operations Manager.
• Oversee Production Department Maintenance, including budget creation and tracking, and inventory.
• Oversee Production Department Safety, including budget creation, compliance, inspections, and training.
• Provide mentorship and work direction to Assistant PM, Production Department assistants, and interns as necessary.
• Assist the Senior Production Manager in managing Production Supervisors and employees and in future season planning.
• Cover day-to-day duties of the Senior Production Manager in their absence.
• Serve as production department liaison to other departments of the theatre as required.

Requirements

• 3-5 years proven track record of progressively responsible and expansive professional production management experience, preferably in LORT Theatre.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of theatre practices in all production departments.
• Proven ability to manage and track production budgets.
• Knowledge of industry standard safety practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented, proactive and able to carry out projects from beginning to end.
• Detailed knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook; knowledge of database and inventory software a plus.
• Demonstrated success in time and personnel management and budgeting.
• Demonstrated creative judgment, and excellent problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work within specific deadlines and adapt to changing priorities as well as attend to numerous projects concurrently.
• Commitment to uphold and meaningfully engage with the mission, vision, and values of La Jolla Playhouse.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Health and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Complimentary tickets to Playhouse performances