[Capdist-auditions] Seeking Production Manager & Technical Director for Voice Theatre 2024 Season

[Rachel Rhodes-Devey]

Voice Theatre, Kingston, NY - Seeking Production Manager and Technical Director for 2024 Season

www.voicetheatre.org<http://www.voicetheatre.org>


The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde First Rehearsal: 6/10/24
Tech: 7/2-7/10
Opens: 7/11

Closes:7/28
Strike: 7/29
Performances: Thursday – Saturday 7:30pm and Sunday matinees 2pm + extra Saturday matinee 7/27 Director: Shauna Kanter

The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse First Rehearsal: 10/1
Tech: 10/29-11/6
Opens: 11/7

Closes:11/17
Strike: 11/18
Director: Shauna Kanter



Production Manager

Seeking a Production Manager for two main stage productions: The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde and The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse.

Position Summary

The Production Manager (PM) will be responsible for overseeing production activities related to assigned shows. The PM will oversee and support the execution of production elements and personnel. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Oversee set construction, lighting, rigging, painting and audience seating platforms. Attendance at first read thru, if required, various rehearsals, production meetings, designer runs, all of tech week, dry and wet tech and strike required.

-Oversee production calendars and design deadlines. Determine build, load-in, tech, strike schedules and return of rental items. Attend production meetings. Guide design teams through the design process to guarantee the timely completion of all designs in budget and on schedule.

-Ensure all technical aspects of the production work smoothly and safely. Coordinate schedules for lighting, sound, set, costume and other crews and appropriate times for hang/focus.

-In consultation with the Director and Company Manager, supervise production staff, including Stage Management and contractors. Facilitate clear communications throughout the production process, and act as a liaison between directors, designers, stage managers, and administrative staff, helping with problem solving if necessary.

-Ensure all technical aspects of the production work smoothly and safely. Maintain a safe work environment at all times. Address safety hazards and personnel issues promptly. Label and keep track of all rental equipment and facilitate returns.

INTERVIEWS

Will be in NYC and Kingston, NY.

Fee

$3,890

Housing/Transportation

For out-of-town Production Manager, housing is provided as well as transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate will have a college degree in Theater or equivalent experience. Candidate will have a minimum of two years-experience as a Production Manager or as a member of a Production crew or team. Supervise and direct a crew. Experience reading ground plans, light plots and other specifications. Driver’s license and/or owning a car is a plus.

Candidate will possess some knowledge of Stage Management, Carpentry, Rigging, Electrics and Sound.
Excellent communication skills, the ability to manage shifting and competing priorities, exercise good judgment, show initiative and discretion, and maintain a positive attitude, working efficiently. The ability to plan and help in problem solving and have strong organizational skills is a must.


Technical Director

Seeking a Technical Director for two main stage productions: The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde and The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse.

Position Summary

The Technical Director will be responsible for overseeing production activities related to assigned shows. The TD will oversee and support the execution of production elements and personnel. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Supervise and participate in set construction, lighting, rigging, painting, and audience seating platforms. Attendance at first read thru, if required, various rehearsals, production meetings, designer runs, all of tech week, dry and wet tech and strike required.

-With Stage Management determine build, load-in, strike and tech schedules.

-Ensure all technical aspects of the production work smoothly and safely. Maintain a safe work environment at all times.

-Address safety hazards and personnel issues promptly. Label and keep track of all rental equipment and facilitate returns.-


INTERVIEWS

Will be in NYC and Kingston, NY.

Fee

$4,000

Housing/Transportation

For out-of-town Technical Director, housing is provided as well as transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate will have a college degree in Technical Theater or equivalent experience. Candidate will have a minimum of two years-experience as a Technical Director or as a member of a Production crew or team.

Able to lift 40lb, climb ladders, and perform manual labor. Supervise and direct a crew. Experience reading ground plans, light plots and other specifications. Driver’s license and/or owning a car is a plus.

Candidate will possess some knowledge of Stage Management, Carpentry, Rigging, Electrics and Sound.
Excellent communication skills, the ability to manage shifting and competing priorities, exercise good judgment, show initiative and discretion, and maintain a positive attitude, working efficiently. The ability to plan and help in problem solving and have strong organizational skills is a must.


No phone calls please. Please e-mail résumé, cover letter, 1 professional references to: RRhodesDevey at Voicetheatre.org (be sure to note the job title in the subject line of your e-mail).


Voice Theatre Description

Since 1988 Voice Theatre, (VT), has performed in the UK, Germany, France, the Middle East, NYC and thru-out the US. VT recently renovated and installed heating & air-conditioning in the historic 100-seat Bethany Hall Theater which now serves as the company home. VT is a rapidly growing company with national and international exposure. The 2024 season consists of two main stage productions; The Importance of Being Ernest and The Thanksgiving Play, the 7th Annual Spring Reading Series and in July VT will once again offer the Summer Youth Program. We continue to offer free workshops for BIPOC students and undocumented, unaccompanied refugee teens. VT has implemented numerous Arts in Education programs combating racism, exclusion, and bullying in Detroit-MI, NYC, Hannover-Germany, London-UK, Ramallah-Palestine among many other cities and countries.

We thank you for your interest in working for Voice Theatre. Once submitted, your résumé will be reviewed, and if your background fits our needs, you will be contacted for an interview. Voice Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Rachel Rhodes-Devey
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Voice Theatre

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www.VoiceTheatre.org<http://www.voicetheatre.org>

Dedicated to Extraordinary Theatre


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