Production Manager

Reports to: Director of Production

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 Annually

Benefits: Benefits Eligible

THE POSITION

The Production Manager facilitates the technical process of bringing a show to the stage. Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Director of Production, this role is responsible for coordinating the work across multiple production areas and providing effective communication to staff and creative teams. The Production Manager ensures that Guthrie productions open to our audiences on time and within budget. The Production Manager is also the direct supervisor to the Head of Lighting and Projections and the Sound Department staff. All employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

The Guthrie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an equitable environment that finds strength in diversity of identity, experience and perspective. We are dedicated to hiring and developing talented teams which are inclusive and welcoming to individuals with different backgrounds, thoughts, and abilities. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Management

• Provide day-to-day oversight of the execution of all production requirements in support of the work across the Guthrie’s stages and throughout the organization.
• In collaboration with the Director of Production, provide support and issue resolution with Production Department Heads (PDH).
• Help create and maintain production schedules.
• Ensure design guideline documents for creative teams are up to date.
• Assist the Director of Production in managing and maintaining annual production budgets as needed.
• Track show-related expenditures.
• Schedule and lead regular production meetings with Guthrie staff and creative teams.
• Maintain production calendars within the department and share pertinent information across the organization.
• Ensure that the resources and support available to production departments are sufficient to achieve the artistic vision and excellence of the theater.
• Cultivate and promote a safe working environment and ensure that the Guthrie’s production department operates in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theater practice.
• Ensure that the Guthrie is in compliance with local and national collective bargaining agreements (IATSE, AFM, USA, SDC and AEA).

Creative Team Support and Engagement

• Provide clear communication to all members of the creative team ensuring proper understanding of the Guthrie resources available to them.
• Ensure all shared design documentation is updated in shared folders, both internally and externally.
• In collaboration with the Assistant Production Manager, organize onsite design meetings and designer visits.
• Lead the creative team and relevant Guthrie staff through the entire production process.
• Lead design meetings, production meetings and post preview note sessions.
• Communicate changes and updates to members of the creative team and production department heads.
• Communicate with designers to ensure deadlines are met.

Leadership and Supervision

• Lead, manage and supervise the Guthrie’s Head of Lighting and Projections and the Sound Department.
• Attend and/or run department meetings to communicate pertinent information and communicate shared organizational commitments.
• Coach and develop staff members by monitoring the quality of employees' work and providing constructive feedback; facilitating conflict resolution among employees; ensuring adherence to legal and organizational policies and procedures and undertaking disciplinary actions if the need arises; and completing annual performance evaluations.
• Maintain and approve direct report timesheets and expense reports, PTO requests, and other personnel records.
• Attend regular production department head meetings.
• Attend departmental and interdepartmental meetings when required.
• Actively participate in fostering a work environment centering the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

• Minimum five years of experience serving in a management role of a professional theater production department preferred. Formal, informal and cross-disciplinary experiences will be considered.
• Demonstrated computer skills including Dropbox, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom.
• Working knowledge of IATSE, AFM, USA, SDC, AEA and LORT collective bargaining agreements.
• Can read and assimilate information from technical design drawings.
• Aptitude in crafting and overseeing budgets required. Budget management experience preferred.
• Proven experience in handling production and design processes on large scale productions.
• Demonstrated creative judgment, excellent problem-solving skills and detail oriented.
• Excellent time management skills, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong skills in leading a team, delegating, and communicating effectively across multiple departments with dynamic people.
• Can work under the stress of deadlines and adapt to changing priorities as well as attend to numerous projects concurrently.
• Can exercise professional courtesy and discretion at all times and maintain confidentiality as required.
• Working knowledge of and willingness to promote current health and safety practices in the theater industry.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours/days reflective of the dynamic schedule of a theater, which includes a variety of hours including evenings and weekends.
• Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including but not limited to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

WHY SHOULD I APPLY?

Be a part of a leading non-profit organization that is committed to serving not only the local Twin Cities community but the industry as a whole. The Guthrie offers top-notch employee benefits and staff perks which includes:

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employer contributions to HSA, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan (with employer match up to 4.5% after one year of service)
• Transportation: Subsidized passes for Metro Transit buses and trains, discounted pre-tax monthly ramp parking, discounted bike locker rental
• Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Complimentary Tickets: To Guthrie productions
• Discounted Tickets: To all shows produced by the Guthrie and to some performances hosted by the Guthrie
• Classes and Camps: Discounts to Guthrie classes and camps
• Other Perks and Resources: Guthrie Store discount; Employee Affinity Groups; discounts at some local restaurants

ABOUT THE GUTHRIE

The Guthrie Theater engages exceptional theater artists in the exploration of both classic and contemporary plays connecting the community we serve to one another and to the world. Through its extraordinary artists, staff and facility, the Guthrie is committed to the people of Minnesota, and from its place, rooted deeply in the Twin Cities, influences the field as a leading 21st century arts organization. Every year more than 500 people, both on stage and off, help ensure our success in creating and supporting the highest level of theater. As an organization, we are committed to our values of Artistic Excellence, Community, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Fiscal Responsibility. The Guthrie Theater is located in the historic Mill District along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As the largest city in the state, Minneapolis offers a large variety of parks, lakes, great food, festivals, malls and more.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The Guthrie Theater would like to acknowledge that we gather on the traditional land of the Dakota People and honor with gratitude the land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations, including the Ojibwe and other Indigenous nations.

Applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter to be considered for the position.