Production Manager Job at SUNY New Paltz in New Paltz

Department Fine and Performing Arts Budget Title Senior Staff Assistant Local Title Production Manager Proposed Posting Date Classification SL-3 Duties

The Department of Theatre Arts at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Production Manager. The Department seeks a positive, collaborative, and creative facilitator in Theatre Arts. Producing 4- 6 productions each academic year ranging from fully produced plays to staged readings/workshops, the Theatre Arts program at SUNY New Paltz is a dynamic and engaging program that serves approximately 200Majors and Minors. The Production Manager will coordinate the technical execution and support for assigned projects, facilitating communication among creative teams, production staff, and student crews for the Theatre Arts Production season as well as outside event rentals of theatre arts' spaces.

The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Theatre Arts facilities and will coordinate general maintenance and upkeep of those venues.

Production:

* Generate, maintain, and track the season budget, production, and facilities calendars in consultation with the Department Chair.

* Lead production meetings and generate rehearsal and production schedules in consultation with production team.

* Oversee all phases of production, including participation in the season selection process by forecasting budgets, investigating rights availability, and evaluating production elements required for each production.

* Negotiate and set expectations for in-house or guest directors, designers, choreographers, fight directors, intimacy directors, and over hires.

* In collaboration with the Pine & Performing Arts Box Office Manager and the Office of Marketing and Communication, assist with season promotion in terms of print materials for digital, on-campus and off-campus marketing and advertising.

Teaching:

* Teach Stage Management or Theatre Management classes, typically one 3-credit course per semester.

* Coordinate the Stage Management program, including mentoring students, and supervising individualized instruction in stage management.

* Supervise student stage managers on each production.

Facilities:

* Work with Theatre Arts Technical Director and Costume Director to ensure theater facilities are safe and accessible

* Maintain inspection schedules for Theatre Arts facilities.

* Serve as the departmental liaison with the campus EnvironmentaI Health & Safety and Facilities departments.

Other:

* Actively support the Theatre Arts Department's commitments to inclusivity, respect, accessibility, and safety in the workplace

Qualifications

Required:

* BA or BFA

* Significant professional and/or educational experience in a similar role

* Proven experience translating design ideas into clear and accurate technical drawings in Vectorworks or AutoCad

Preferred:

* MFA in Technical Direction or a similar field

Special Instructions to Applicants

Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

* cover letter

* curriculum vitae or resume

* statement of teaching philosophy

* contact information for three professional references - finalists' references will be sent a link to upload letters of recommendation

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2701

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; Priority given to those received before February 1, 2025.

Other important information about this vacancy

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members-students, faculty and staff. The University's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.