Assistant Production Manager, TST
About The Position
The primary responsibility of the The Ted Shawn Theatre Assistant Production Manager (TST APM) is supporting the Ted Shawn Theatre Production Manager (TST PM) in supervising the technical operations of all Ted Shawn Theatre (TST) programming during the 2026 Festival. Built in 1942 as the first theater in America designed specifically for dance, the TST is a proscenium venue that seats 620 patrons. The TST reopened in 2022 after two years of extensive renovations to its stagehouse. The TST is programmed for 11 weeks of the season with an opening gala performance followed by productions by 1 company a week. The typical TST performance schedule is 6 shows from Wednesday through Sunday. During the pre-season the TST APM attends advancing and production meetings and is responsible for taking notes and documenting all technical details that are discussed. They also assist the TST 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 TST run crew which is made up of the TST Production Team, other seasonal staff, and local overhire. They work closely with the stage manager of the visiting companies to document and plan all pre-sets, scene changes, fly moves, and floor swaps. The TST APM also assists the TST PM and the Facilities, Safety and Security Department in ensuring the building and its equipment are being operated safely in accordance with all protocols and capacity limits.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working and/or teaching in a performing arts educational environment.
- Knowledge and experience in dance production 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.
Responsibilities
- 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 TST artists and their teams and document all production requirements.
- Collaborate with the TST 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 TST artists.
- Lead TST run crew during tech rehearsals and performances.
- Actively participate in work calls, technical rehearsals, and performances.
- In the TST PM’s absence or as assigned supervise TST work calls, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
- Assist in the management of the use of the TST, its support spaces, and its equipment to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance.
- Assist in managing the use and scheduling of Bakalar Studio.
- Attend all organizational, departmental and production meetings including a weekly All-Staff Meeting.
- Participate in regular meetings with the TST Production Team.
- Assist in the coordination with the Facilities, Safety and Security Department on all building maintenance, improvements, cleaning and upkeep as well as general and production specific safety and accessibility requirements.
- 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 on use of the TST.
Benefits
- Three meals a day, free access to classes, performances, talks, and studio usage.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
