Job Summary

The Director of Production for the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center (GPAC), under the direction of the Executive Director, is responsible for strategically planning, organizing, managing, and directing all technical and production aspects of performances and events at the GPAC, a multi-use performing arts venue hosting professional, university, and community performances at Auburn University. The individual will be responsible for ensuring the GPAC’s high standard of quality while promoting efficiency, cost consciousness, and safety of all performances and events.

Essential Functions

The following essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon unit needs. 

1. Directs and oversees planning, organization, and implementation of all technical activities including technical preparations and productions for the Performance Arts Center. This includes professional performing arts presentations, University performances and events, external rentals, and community use.

2. Directs and oversees all aspects of stage production and management; setup of technical systems and equipment including technical crews; sound and lighting; load in and load out; house management; and crowd count and control. 

3. Oversees production at all events including but not limited to professional touring, University and community rehearsals, meetings, receptions, recitals, concerts, plays, as well as other special events ensuring events are carried out smoothly and safely. 

4. Collaborates with the GPAC’s Executive Director to strategize short-term and long-term goals for revenue-producing activities and overall direction of the GPAC as well as collaborating with other key areas; education and programming, marketing and communication, development and operations within GPAC to identify and accomplish institutional goals. 

5. Collaborates with internal and external constituents to clarify requirements for equipment, personnel, and timetables necessary for professional touring productions, University and community performances and events. 

6. Hires, supervises, motivates, and supports a strong and strategically-focused team including but not limited to staff in production and stage operations. 

7. Performs other duties as assigned.