Hours: Part Time: June 13 – July 22, August 20 - 24, Full Time: July 23 - August 19
Basis June 13 - August 24
Fee: $4,000
Engagement conditions: Independent Contractor
Description & Duties
The Assistant Production Manager’s duties include:
- Pre-planning and advancing artists with oversight by PM
- Working with the PM to develop production schedules for the festival
- Assisting with load in and load out of venues
- Sourcing + requisition of infrastructure and technical requirements
- Maintaining accurate records of expenditure and reconciling invoices post festival
- Managing designated budgets and reporting to PM on expenditures
- Site management of off-site and additional venue spaces
- Managing freelance technical staff as required
- Other production responsibilities as required by the PM
Position Specifications
It is essential that the Assistant Production Manager has:
- High level organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and juggle competing demands
- The ability to think creatively and propose innovative ways to solve problems
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to quickly form relationships
- Experience in working on complex events
- The ability to think big-picture while paying attention to detail
It is desirable that the Assistant Production manager has:
- Knowledge of the goals and activities of SummerWorks
- Familiarity with SummerWorks’ venues and operations
- Experience working in site-specific or non-theatre locations
- Technical knowledge of theatre
- A valid driver’s license
To Apply
To apply for the position, please email applications@summerworks.ca by 10am Friday, June 8th, 2018 and provide:
- A resume;
- 3 references with current contact information;
- A cover letter of no more than one page addressed to Rosanna Lowton, Festival Producer, that addresses why you would like to work for SummerWorks, and illustrates how your skills, knowledge and experience match the duties and qualifications.
Please list “Assistant Production Manager Position” in the subject line and ensure that your full contact details are included in your resume and/or cover letter.
Posted by: SummerWorks
For more information: http://www.summerworks.ca
