Production Administrator

New York University•New York, NY

1d•$77,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Production Administrator provides fundamental production logistical support for MPAP programs’ year-round initiatives and projects, ensuring that advancing and performance logistics are executed efficiently and successfully. This production team member will facilitate the day-to-day operations of productions, which include productions for Vocal Performance, Educational Theatre, Drama Therapy, Dance Education, and other programs as assigned. They will collaborate closely with the Program Directors and Program Administrators as well as Directors and the Operations Manager to maintain all project timelines and budgets. This also includes scheduling and oversight of performances and rehearsals. This position will work as the primary production administrator for our season of productions. Working closely with the Program Directors and members of theatre operations teams, they will also be deeply involved in season planning. This role will serve as liaison between programs and other departments, and help expand and deepen our local artist connections.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in theatre or related field
3+ years experience in production
3+ years experience in stage, concert, theater management
3+ years experience administering budgets
3+ years experience coordinating a large number of events
Working knowledge of USA and URTA contracts
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well in group problem-solving situations.
Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Able to gather/analyze information skillfully.
Computer literacy in Windows and Mac operating systems.

Nice To Haves

1+ years experience as a production team member in college, professional, off-Broadway or Broadway theater.

Responsibilities

Provide fundamental production logistical support for MPAP programs’ year-round initiatives and projects.
Ensure advancing and performance logistics are executed efficiently and successfully.
Facilitate the day-to-day operations of productions for Vocal Performance, Educational Theatre, Drama Therapy, Dance Education, and other assigned programs.
Collaborate closely with Program Directors, Program Administrators, Directors, and the Operations Manager to maintain project timelines and budgets.
Manage scheduling and oversight of performances and rehearsals.
Serve as the primary production administrator for the season of productions.
Work closely with Program Directors and theatre operations teams on season planning.
Act as a liaison between programs and other departments.
Help expand and deepen local artist connections.