Manager - Stagecraft and Theatre Operations

Arts Umbrella • Vancouver, BC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2–22 cultivate their creativity in Art, Design, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Film. As a non-profit organization for arts education, they believe that art is powerful, changing lives by building self-confidence, self-discipline, and creative expression. Arts Umbrella has two locations in Vancouver and Surrey, serving nearly 20,000 young people annually, with 77% in donor-funded programs. In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into a new home on Granville Island, aiming to inspire young lives towards self-expression, compassion, and humanity through innovation, excellence, and inclusivity. The organization is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in its programming, audience, students, and staff, actively seeking applications from diverse backgrounds. The Manager, Theatre Operations reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is crucial for ensuring theatre and production spaces are safe, organized, and performance-ready. This role supports productions, rehearsals, events, and learning experiences by overseeing daily theatre operations, coordinating resources, and leading strong operational practices across the venue.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in theatre operations, production, venue operations, or a related performing arts environment
• Post-secondary training in Technical Theatre, Theatre Production, or a related field is an asset; equivalent combinations of education and hands-on experience will also be considered
• Strong working knowledge of theatre production practices, including lighting, sound, rigging, scenic construction, and backstage operations
• Experience coordinating schedules, production logistics, and competing operational priorities
• Experience supervising staff, crew, or contractors
• Confidence managing budgets, vendors, and administrative processes
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• A solid understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices in theatre environments

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with theatre production software and systems such as Vectorworks, QLab, ETC Eos, Propared, Dante, or NDI
• Experience in an arts education or multi-use venue environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of theatre and production spaces, ensuring facilities, equipment, and systems are safe, functional, and well maintained
• Maintain the readiness of theatre spaces, including the theatre, green rooms, lobbies, and Scene Design Shop
• Coordinate scheduling and space allocation in collaboration with Programming, Artistic Directors, and Events and Rentals
• Support rehearsals, productions, performances, and events, including technical coordination and presentation or livestream needs
• Oversee Scene Shop operations, including access, materials, inventory, and safe use for production and learning activities
• Lead the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and supervision of theatre staff, crew, and contractors
• Provide training, orientation, and day-to-day support to promote safe, effective operations
• Develop and manage operational and production budgets, including staffing, contractors, maintenance, and capital needs
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, institutional policies, and safe working practices across all theatre spaces

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees