Assistant Production Manager, HJL Stage

JACOBS PILLOW DANCE FESTIVAL INC-posted about 4 hours ago
$24 - $26/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Becket, MA
101-250 employees
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The primary responsibility of The Henry J. Leir Assistant Production Manager (HJL APM) is supporting the Henry J. Leir Production Manager (HJL PM) in supervising the technical operations of all HJL programming during the 2026 Festival. The HJL is an outdoor uncovered amphitheater style space with wood bench seating. HJL is programmed for 9 weeks of the season with most companies’ engagement being one performance. The typical HJL performance schedule is 3 shows Thursday through Saturday. Performances are moved into the Perles Family Studio in the event of inclement weather. During the pre-season the HJL APM attends advancing and production meetings and is responsible for taking notes and documenting all technical details that are discussed. They also assist the HJL PM in the creation of schedules, labor plans, signage, standard operating procedures, and other paperwork. During the Festival they act as the crew chief of the HJL run crew which is made up of the HJL Production Team, seasonal staff, and local overhire. They work closely with the stage manager of the visiting companies to support all backstage activity and will act as the company’s stage manager in an absence of one. The HJL APM also assists the HJL PM and the Facilities, Safety and Accessibility Department in ensuring the building and its equipment are being operated safely in accordance with all protocols and capacity limits.

  • Participate in the creation of an accessible and collaborative work environment that enables artists and technicians to create together positively and safely.
  • Participate in communication with HJL artists and their teams and document all production requirements.
  • Collaborate with the HJL PM on maintaining detailed paperwork including standard operating procedures, schedules, labor plans, and safety information.
  • Distribute paperwork and information to all stakeholders in a timely and detailed manner.
  • Participate in communication between Departmental Supervisors and other production staff and HJL artists.
  • Actively participate in work calls, technical rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.
  • Act as Stage Manager in the absence of a company representative.
  • In the HJL PM’s absence or as assigned supervise HJL work calls, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
  • Assist in the management of the use of the HJL, its support spaces, and its equipment to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance.
  • Attend all organizational, departmental and production meetings including a weekly All-Staff Meeting.
  • Participate in regular meetings with the HJL Production Team.
  • Assist in the coordination with the Facilities, Safety and Secuirty Department on all building maintenance, improvements, cleaning and upkeep as well as general and production specific safety and accessibility requirements.
  • Assist in the preparation for and facilitation of moving HJL performances into the Perles Family Studio due to inclement weather.
  • Assist Patron Services in the planning for efficient movement of patrons into the venues and coordinate with backstage personnel on starting times, late seating pauses, intermissions, etc.
  • Under the general direction of the DoTP, assist with coordination of emergency response for staff and patrons in the event of an emergency or extreme weather.
  • Complete Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, Cultural Competency, and required Safety training.
  • Assist and support other departments, including non-production departments, as needed.
  • 2+ years of professional experience in production management, stage management, or other technical theater leadership.
  • Knowledge of general theatrical production systems and standard operating procedures.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with the Google App suite.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work proactively, creatively, flexibly, kindly, safely, and collaboratively.
  • Experience working and/or teaching in a performing arts educational environment.
  • Knowledge and experience in dance production and/or stage management.
  • Knowledge and experience with production software including lighting, sound, and drafting applications.
  • Knowledge of production-related health & safety best practices/concerns and ability to identify and correct potential hazards.
  • Three meals a day, free access to classes, performances, talks, and studio usage.
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