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The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) was formed in 1969 to save the historic Ohio Theatre (Columbus) from the wrecking ball. Since then, CAPA has achieved international recognition for the diversity of the performing arts and entertainment programming it presents, the dramatic restoration of historic theatres, excellence in facility management, and positive contributions to the quality of life in downtown Columbus.

Primary Function

The Production Manager oversees stage and event operations at all CAPA owned and managed facilities in Central Ohio, including the Ohio, Palace, Southern, Lincoln, and Riffe Center Theatres. This is a salaried, exempt position.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Schedules full-time stage personnel at all CAPA owned and managed venues to ensure optimization of their guaranteed hours of work.
2. Oversees the inventory control system to maintain appropriate inventory of all stage and production supplies and equipment.
3. Manages the maintenance and replacement schedule for stage equipment on CAPA owned and managed stages, including a yearly budget.
4. Works with product vendors to negotiate purchases/rentals of production and stage equipment.
5. Oversees the execution of the collective bargaining agreement between CAPA and IATSE, where applicable.
6. Serves as a liaison with union representatives regarding labor personnel or contract issues.
7. Ensures stage employees follow CAPA safety guidelines.
8. Works with CAPA Human Resources to hire “as needed” stage personnel to cover work needed in CAPA owned and managed venues.
9. Ensures coverage of full-time stage personnel in the event of a vacation, sickness, or emergency.
10. Supervises full-time Technical Directors, Head Carpenters, and Employer Assigned Department Heads (EADHs), including training, mentoring, performance management, and payroll submission and approval.
11. Manages as-needed union and non-union employees.
12. Works with rental clients to ensure their events on CAPA owned and managed stages are successful.
13. Advises on Production/Technical needs for CAPA’s special events, including the Gala, Annual Meeting, Holiday Displays, and more.
14. Serves as a technical manager for CAPA produced events including concerts, performances, festivals, awards events, the Movie Series, and Christmas Carol.
15. Assists the Vice President of Operations, the Vice President of Programming, and other CAPA departments with special projects as needed.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
3. Advanced knowledge of live performance technology is required, including lighting, sound, video and rigging systems.
4. Strong leadership, personnel, and labor relations skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships with staff, vendors, and clients.
5. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to foresee issues and develop proactive solutions.
6. Ability to meet the following physical requirements, with or without accommodation: moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds, walking up to 4 hours per day, and sitting for extended periods of time.
7. A valid driver's license is required.

Credentials and Experience

1. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
2. 6+ years’ experience of relevant professional, technical, and supervisory experience in live performance productions.
3. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as stage activity requires.

CAPA's EEO Statement

The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CAPA does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, lactation status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

CAPA's Diversity & Inclusion Statement

CAPA believes in the power of diversity - we can only achieve our vision to make Columbus a destination for living, breathing art when we include everyone. CAPA is committed to presenting art that brings people from all backgrounds together to experience the transformative power of the arts.