Director, Theatre Production
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 29, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Other Arts, Performing Arts, Communications, Film & Video, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Arts Administration
- Employment Level
- Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Requisition Number
S435P
Home Org Name
Theatre
Division Name
College of Liberal Arts
Position Title
Director, Theatre Production
Job Class Code
EA86
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Reporting to the Theatre Department Chair, this position manages the collaborative efforts and communications among all parties involved in Auburn University Theatre productions
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: facilitating communication and coordinating collaborative efforts among all parties within the Theatre Department and productions including creating and ensuring adherence to the annual production calendars in consultation with the department chair and technical director.
Coordinate, facilitate, and preside over all production meetings, both in person and electronically, and address all production-related problems and devise and implement solutions.
Determine materials necessary for each production in consultation with the technical design personnel and coordinate the purchase and delivery of said materials. Monitor and manage the production budget as well as providing input to the department chair regarding annual budget development.
Additionally, oversee, along with the department chair, all technical theatre staff to ensure proper management of production budget and timely completion of tasks to meet deadlines.
Coordinate and oversee the hiring process for guest artists performing in or working on Auburn University Theatre productions as well as facilitating the assignment of students to running crew and other production responsibilities under the direction of the department chair and in consultation with relevant faculty.
Serve as venue manager for all Theatre Department spaces and serves as chief liaison between the Theatre Department and the Gogue Performing Arts Center facilitating communication and coordinating collaborative efforts.
Serve as venue manager and chief point of contact for all of the Theatre Department’s spaces being used by outside groups and assists parties with all contracts and documentation to ensure optimal experience within the theatre building.
Performs other duties as assigned by the department chair. May be responsible for training, assisting or assigning tasks to others. May provide input to performance reviews of other employees.
Essential Functions
1. Facilitates communication and coordinates collaborative efforts among all parties within the Theatre department and productions including creating and ensuring adherence to the annual production calendars in consultation with the department chair and Technical Director. Coordinates, facilitates, and presides over all production meetings, both in person and electronically, and addresses all production-related problems and devises and implements solutions.
2. Serves as venue manager and chief point of contact for all of the theatre department’s spaces being used by outside groups and assists parties with all contracts and documentation to ensure optimal experience within the theatre building.
3. Determines materials necessary for each production in consultation with the technical design personnel and coordinates the purchase and delivery of said materials.
4. Monitors and manages the production budget as well as provides input to the department chair regarding annual budget development.
5. Oversees, along with the department chair, all technical theatre staff to ensure proper management of production budget and timely completion of tasks to meet deadlines.
6. Coordinates and oversees the hiring process for guest artists performing in or working on Auburn University theatre productions as well as facilitating the assignment of students to running crew and other production responsibilities under the direction of the department chair and in consultation with relevant faculty.
7. Facilitates communication and coordinates collaborative efforts with the Gogue Performing Arts Center.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by the department chair.
Supervisory
Education Level
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Theatre, Theatre Management, or related field
Years of Experience
3
Area of Experience
Experience in professional or educational
theatrical production. At least two years of
professional experience in theatre management.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Candidate must possess knowledge in all areas of theatre production, Actor’s Equity guidelines, and OSHA requirements.
The successful candidate must have strong organization skills, excellent communication skills, excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills, knowledge and experience with scene and costume shop tools and materials, design, and construction of stage properties, knowledge of stage operations and safety, basic math and solid writing skills, strong background and demonstrated ability in production and stage management.
Candidate must also be able to use MS office effectively. Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively is essential.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
1. Valid Driver’s License.
Desired Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s or higher in Fine Arts from an accredited institution in theatre production management/stage management is desired.
Salary Grade
34
Salary Range
$45,100 - $75,100
Job Category
Executive/Director/Management
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
Varies based on production needs.
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
09/29/2020
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to completing the online application, using the attachment feature of this website, please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references with daytime contact information and email address. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review date 10/31/2020
Please upload the list of professional references to the “Other” category of the Application Documents.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
http://www.auemployment.com/postings/19526
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
- Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- Newspaper
- Professional Journal
- Listserv
- HR email
- Social Media
- State Employment Service
- Walk-in
- Other
- * Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited
institution in Theatre, Theatre Management, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of
position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
- * Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain
one prior to selection?
- Yes
- No
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