Located in Austin, Texas and built in 1915, the Paramount Theatre (1300 seats and 180+ shows a year) has served Austin for more than a century. It stands next door to the State Theatre (300 seats and 120+ shows per year), constructed in 1935. Together, as the Austin Theatre Alliance, these spaces are acoustically more intimate, visually more appealing, and historically more significant than just about any other theatre in the region. Both are contributing structures to the Congress Avenue National Historic District, and the Paramount Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The theatres continue to serve as anchors in the downtown area for performing arts events. The Paramount and State are the annual home to SXSW Film Festival, ATX Television Festival, and Paramount Summer Classic Film Series (total of 300+ film screenings) and many outreach programs. Additionally, we own and produce the annual two-week Moontower JFL Austin Comedy Festival (11 days, 150+ comics, 170+ shows, 10 venues). Each year, more than 275,000 people pass through our doors to attend live performing arts events and films. We have an immediate opening for an experienced Director of Stage Production. As an active member of our leadership team, this position is responsible for all aspects of production at both venues. Duties include hiring and scheduling production staff, creating and supervising production department budgets, creating and managing production calendars, overseeing successful and timely execution of all production elements of the theatres, advancing our commitment to equity and diversity in our production staff and ensuring the production team culture is positive, efficient, inclusive and collaborative.
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Responsibilities: Manage full time production staff, in addition to seasonal and Union (IATSE 205) full time and part time staff. Responsible for staff recruiting, hiring, retention, scheduling, team meetings, communications, performance management, training, and professional development, approving time off, and disciplinary actions. Prepare annual budget in concert with the Director of Technical Services, CEO and Finance department Meet with clients for production needs, hosting meetings/tours/walkthroughs Schedule and manage stage crew for rehearsals, load-ins/load-outs and performances. Oversee all show productions, estimating related to offers issued on behalf of the ATA. Act as IATSE union administrative contact regarding contract negotiation, disputes, payroll concerns, etc. Act as Production Manager for special events as needed, often with the Development team Manage talent relations and Front of House coordination on event filming Conduct donor and visitor stage tours Perform administrative oversight of department payroll and accounts payable Represent production department at public functions Cultivate and promote a safe working environment and ensure the production department operates in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theatre practices. Requirements: Proven experience in a similar stage production role for at least 5 years Strong leadership and communication skills Must have experience working with labor unions Experience in a historic venue preferred. College degree preferred but experience may substitute Experience with Microsoft Office and time and attendance or payroll systems Must be available to work extended work hours at times, including nights and weekends.
Paramount Perks: Health insurance benefits package (medical, dental and vision) Company paid short- and long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan with company match Competitive time off via vacation accrual and holiday calendar Access to covered downtown garage parking Gold’s Gym membership discount Countless opportunities for once-in-a-lifetime experiences at shows, festivals, galas, and beyond And more!
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter demonstrating your fit for this role to jobs@austintheatre.org with the subject line “Director of Stage Production”
Relocation assistance provided.
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