Production Manager, Events and Theatrical Productions

Job DescriptionThe primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the presentation and/or production of performances and events presented by and/or at the Kennedy Center and The Reach. This position primarily manages and administers production operation details of multiple productions and events with many occurring at the same time or in close sequence in theaters and event spaces. The Production Manager will be responsible for creatively solving production problems while working within the guidelines of labor agreements, existing inventory, and available schedule; and in keeping with the policies, procedures, and standards of the Kennedy Center. The Production Manager will also at times serve as in-house production designer for major fund-raising events of the Kennedy Center and general aesthetic designer of some stage presentations and outside events.Key ResponsibilitiesAs Production Manager for internal and external special events: serve as production liaison for clients and artists: maintain and disseminate to perspective clients technical specifications of the venue(s); review artist show contracts and technical specifications; provide production budgets, schedules, and labor estimates; design scenic and lighting decor; and produce appropriate plots. Schedule crews; order production equipment and supplies; report trucking activities. Prepare and distribute production schedules and layout plans including drawings of ground or space plans, to departments affiliated with presentations including, but not limited to: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management.Manages theatrical productions, including touring Broadway attractions, international theater companies, major and international ballet companies, as well as Kennedy Center productions, and rentals. The Production Manager contacts artist and/or artist's management to request technical information, receives technical forms and stage plots from programming staff, artists or traveling productions, and determines production needs, crew (Stagehands, wardrobe, hair and make-up) staffing, and schedule requirements. Serves as primary production liaison for all productions assigned. Maintains and disseminates technical specifications of the venue(s); reviews artist show contracts and technical specifications; provides production budgets, schedules, labor estimates; schedules crews; orders production equipment and supplies and reports trucking activities. Prepares and distributes production schedules to departments affiliated with presentations including: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management.As Production Manager, oversees or acts as scenic and lighting designer for Kennedy Center events that may include: NSO Ball, Mark Twain Prize Gala, WNO Opening Gala; Chairman's Lunch; Spring Gala; WNO Opera Ball, 4th of July Gala. Works closely with Special Events staff to develop, construct and implement creative design. Create appropriate scenic, lighting and seating plots, ensuring that the event is code compliant with respect to egress. Work with vendors to produce scenic elements.Provides administrative support in Production Operations and Maintenance; maintains event schedule; coordinates Building Service group set-ups & breakdowns; orders and tracks production equipment and supplies; assists Project Manager with yearly budget.Other duties as assigned such as overseeing maintenance or capital improvement projects in theater spaces.Key QualificationsA minimum of 5-7 years in theatrical production management, technical production, stage management, and/or production design is required.Bachelor's degree is required and experience in theatrical design or theatrical technical management is strongly recommended.Thorough working knowledge of all areas of theatrical production and presentation.Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access.Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks is very helpful.Knowledge of ArtsVision software for production and programming calendars a plus.Excellent organizational, communication and financial management skills as well as supervisory experience is necessary in order to successfully and efficiently facilitate the duties of a manager in this department. Department projects and productions span from small to very large inter-department festivals, attractions, and events.The ability to work well under pressure, and prioritize in a multi-task environment is essential. Must be able to translate the artistic and financial concerns of the Kennedy Center while ensuring the safe and successful mounting of productions or presentations.Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area.

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