Production Supervisor

• Determine and carry out the technical requirements for production riders as assigned.
• Work with internal and external clients to clarify production needs and make recommendations that balance costs and needs as assigned.
• Implement best practices for The Apollo’s production department.
• Provide estimates for labor/equipment as assigned.
• Assist in contracting additional rental equipment as needed and approved.
• Attend and manage productions as Production Supervisor and/or Stage Manager as assigned.
• Work with the Theater Ops Department to determine necessary requirements for advancing events, including assisting to create the production schedule as needed.
• Lead the technical production portion of meetings for Apollo Presents and Facility Sales events.
• Attend, coordinate and/or schedule load-ins/outs, tech week rehearsals, as required or assigned.
• Assist in supervision of production staff (including the stage crew.)
• Create and distribute all technical production related documents: event briefing documents, contact lists, backstage lists, run of show, schedules, and other production paperwork for all events as assigned or as deemed necessary.
• Acquire information for events and disseminate information accordingly to all departments as needed, including Front of House, Security, Apollo Stage Crew, Client Production Staff, Box Office, and Maintenance/Facilities teams.
• Communicate and collaborate with various departments (including but not limited to Facility Sales, Programming, Education, Marketing, & Facilities) to ensure enhanced production service, support of program development, and client satisfaction.
• Maintain relationships with Programming Directors, Stage Managers and Outside Production Teams/Talent to meet their artistic goals as well as those of the Theater.
• Supervise Apollo stage crew and all outside stage support.

• Coordinate and oversee the preparation and implementation of lighting, sound, video and rigging designs and stage configurations.
• Schedule, supervise, and inspect work performed by I.A.T.S.E. Local 1 Stagehands.
• Oversee production set-up, rehearsal, performance and restore as assigned.
• Ensure proper use of all Apollo Theater technical equipment and performance facilities.
• Monitor and exemplify safe work practices.
• Oversee in-house or contracted maintenance and repair of technical equipment.
• Stay abreast of technical advances in the field of theater/entertainment technology.
• Oversee inventory, maintenance, and assist the Sr. Director of Productions in purchases of all technical supplies and equipment.

• Assist the Sr. Director of Production (SDOP), in the hiring, training and supervision of I.A.T.S.E. Local 1 Stagehands in accomplishment of all production activities.
• Assist the SDOP with the Apollo Education Department to develop and maintain robust internship programs.
• Demonstrate ability to resolve conflicts, mediate crew/artist issues, and coach staff toward professional growth.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in production planning and personnel management.
• Familiarity with virtual and hybrid event production workflows, including streaming technologies, remote coordination tools, and digital content capture.
• Knowledge of and commitment to environmentally sustainable production practices.
• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools such as Asana, Slack, or Trello.
• Knowledge of current health, safety, and emergency protocols, including COVID safety measures and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to lead with empathy and support staff well-being in high-pressure environments.

• Five or more years ofexperience in technical theater and stage management.
• Experience with union stagehands is a plus.
• B.A. or equivalent professional experience.
• Administrative and leadership experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (in person and in email correspondence).
• Ability to actively listen, manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills in a fast-paced, detail-oriented workplace.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical and artistic concepts in writing.
• Ability to work independently as part of a coordinated team.
• Ability to work under pressure when necessary and meet deadlines.
• Late night and weekend work hours required.
• Computer literacy is essential, especially proficiency at Microsoft Office Suite and Vectorworks/CAD.
• Passionate commitment to theater, production, and to The Apollo Theater’s mission.
• Constant dedication to personal & departmental improvement.
• Commitment to getting things done.

• Hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Apollo Theater union stage crew
• Outside stage support staff
• Production Stagehands

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